Dominate The Storm
The Tornado 550 is Benelli’s new flagship model in the full-fairing segment: sculpted and aggressive lines for a supersport bike suitable for everyday use. Powered by a 554 cc parallel twin (an evolution of the famous 500 cc Benelli powertrain), it delivers 56 hp at 8,250 rpm and 54 Nm at 5,500 rpm, featuring a 270° crank configuration and a 6-speed gearbox, while braking performance is commanded by dual Brembo 4-piston calipers gripping floating 320 mm discs with ABS. The steel trellis frame uses the engine as a load-bearing element, complemented by adjustable Marzocchi suspension and Brembo components to deliver a rigid, responsive, and track-inspired platform. On-board technology is on spot: it includes 5” TFT color display, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB-C, Traction Control, two riding modes and integrated TPMS. With just 790 mm of seat height and a comfortable riding seat, the Benelli Tornado 550 is ready to dominate the storm.
Colors shown are Benelli's published options. Ask us which colors are in stock.
Aggressive, Sharp
The DRLs of the front light unit design a luminous shape inspired by the sharp fangs of a lion, the historic symbol of the Benelli brand: these elements are completely separated from the central high and low beam modules.
New Beating Heart, Ready To Roar
The 554 cc engine is an evolution of the proven 500cc that has marked the recent era of Benelli. With its “almost square” configuration, the powertrain is smooth and responsive, with great acceleration and torque. Much of the credit goes to the crank layout that, from 360°, changes to 270°, thus giving a more biting character to the newborn Tornado.
Dominate Every Bend
Fully adjustable Marzocchi front fork, double Brembo radial calipers with Ø 320 mm discs and an adjustable monoshock directly connected to the double-wishbone swingarm. Premium components for the cutting-edge family of Benelli sportbikes.
High Tech, Less Thoughts
The 5" TFT color display, with Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connection, will change your dashboard into a navigation system. For your everyday use, Traction Control comes standard on a Benelli, as well as two riding modes (Normal & Sport). And to check the tire pressure has never been so easy: TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitor System) sensors will also report you the temperature of the 120/70-17” & 160/60-17” Pirelli tires.
Tornado 550 in pictures
Tornado 550 specifications
Engine
- Bore x Stroke (mm)
- ø70.5×71
- Compression ratio
- 11.5:1
- Consumption
- 4,0 l/100 km
- Cooling system
- Liquid-cooled
- Displacement (cc)
- 554
- Emissions (CO2)
- 96 g/km
- Fuel system
- EFI
- Ignition
- T.C.I.
- Lubrication system
- Pressure splash lubrication
- Max torque
- 54N·m/5500 r/min
- Power
- 41,2 kW (56,0 Cv) at 8250 r/min
- Starter
- Electric
- Type
- 2-cylinder/4-stroke/8-valve
- Valve train
- DOHC
Transmission
- Clutch type
- Slipper Clutch
- Final drive
- Chain
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
Chassis
- Frame
- Perimeter
- Front brake
- Brembo Dual floating discs, 4-piston caliper with ABS
- Front brake diameter (mm)
- 320
- Front suspension
- 41mm Upside-down forks Marzocchi, compression, recovery, preload adjustable
- Front suspension travel (mm)
- 115
- Front tire
- Pirelli 120/70 ZR17
- Front wheel
- Aluminum alloy
- Rear brake
- Brembo Disc, DUAL-piston caliper with ABS
- Rear brake diameter (mm)
- 260
- Rear suspension
- 45mm Central shock absorber with spring preload adjustment and hydraulic rebound brake adjustable
- Rear suspension travel (mm)
- 45
- Rear tire
- Pirelli Angel GT (tubeless) 160/60 - 17" 69W
- Rear wheel
- Aluminum alloy
Dimensions & Weights
- Battery
- 12V11.2Ah
- Curb weight (kg)
- 198
- Fuel capacity (L)
- 16.5
- Ground clearance (mm)
- 140
- Max load (kg)
- 177
- Overall height (mm)
- 1155
- Overall length (mm)
- 2090
- Overall width (mm)
- 770
- Seat height (mm)
- 790
- Wheelbase (mm)
- 1420
Specifications from Benelli / Keeway America published data and subject to change without notice.
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- Showroom
- 1926 NE 154th St
North Miami Beach, FL 33162 - Phone
- (786) 255-2979
- Mon–Sat
- 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Sun
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM