The 2023 Benelli TNT 135 is a pint-sized streetfighter built for new riders, city commuters and anyone chasing cheap thrills. Its 135 cc single makes 13 hp through a six-speed box, and with a low 780 mm seat and 116 kg dry weight it is easy to throw around. Best known as a fun, affordable minibike with big-bike styling.
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Off-road & trail10%
Cornering55%
City riding80%
Daily riding55%
Touring15%
Two-up20%
Track15%
Best for
It's built for short urban hops, playful commuting, and general messing around rather than any serious performance riding.
Built for
It has a cheeky, scooter-like street-fighter styling with a peppy little single-cylinder engine that rewards revving rather than outright speed.
Not ideal for
It's not for highway commuting, long-distance touring, carrying a passenger any real distance, or anyone seeking genuine sport-bike performance.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Full specifications
Engine
Capacity
135.0 ccm
Power
13.0 HP (9.7 kW) @ 9000 RPM
EPA Certificate No.
PQJNC.135MCA-001; PSSRC.135QMA-002-R01
EPA CO Emissions
0.7 CO g/km
Torque
10.8 Nm (1.1 kgf-m) @ 7000 RPM
Engine type
Single, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio
0.1121 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke
54.0 x 58.5 mm
Compression
9.8:1
Cooling system
Oil & air
Fuel system
Injection
Starting
Electric
Ignition
Delphi MT 05
Aspiration
Naturally aspirated
Valves per cylinder
4
Lubrication system
Pressure splash lubrication
Transmission
Gearbox
5-speed
Transmission type
Manual
Final drive
Chain
Clutch
Wet multi-plate
Dimensions & weight
Wheelbase
1215 mm
Overall length
1770 mm
Overall width
755 mm
Overall height
1025 mm
Seat height
780 mm
Dry weight
116.0 kg
Fuel capacity
7.20 litres
Ground clearance
160 mm
Chassis & suspension
Frame
Arch bar truck
Front suspension
Telescopic forks, 41mm
Rear suspension
Telescopic coil spring oil damped
Front wheel travel
120 mm
Rear wheel travel
50 mm
Brakes & wheels
Front brakes
Single disc. 2-piston caliper
Front brakes diameter
220 mm
Rear brakes
Single disc
Front tyre
120/70-12
Rear tyre
130/70-12
Other
Color options
Red/white, black/red, green, white, grey
Comments
Chinese made bike.
Specs last verified against published sources: .
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted
Specification
2017
2019
2021
2022
2023
2024
Capacity
135 cc
135 cc
135 cc
135 cc
135 cc
135 cc
Dry weight
121 kg
121 kg
121 kg
121 kg
116 kg
116 kg
Seat height
790 mm
790 mm
780 mm
780 mm
780 mm
780 mm
Fuel capacity
7.2 L
7.2 L
7.2 L
7.2 L
7.2 L
7.2 L
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
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The 2023 Benelli TNT 135 is an impressive small-displacement motorcycle that offers excellent performance and agility. With its 135cc single-cylinder engine, the TNT 135 delivers a thrilling riding experience, especially for urban commuters and beginner riders. The bike's lightweight design, nimble handling, and responsive brakes make it easy to maneuver through city traffic and tight corners. Additionally, the TNT 135 features a stylish and modern design that is sure to turn heads on the road.
Overall, the 2023 Benelli TNT 135 is a fantastic option for riders looking for a fun and practical motorcycle that is easy to handle. Whether you're navigating through city streets or hitting the open road, the TNT 135 offers a great balance of performance, comfort, and style. If you're in the market for a small-displacement bike that offers a big punch, the TNT 135 is definitely worth considering.
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The 2023 Benelli TNT 135 is an impressive small-displacement motorcycle that offers excellent performance and agility. With its 135cc single-cylinder engine, the TNT 135 delivers a thrilling riding experience, especially for urban commuters and beginner riders. The bike's lightweight design, nimble handling, and responsive brakes make it easy to maneuver through city traffic and tight corners. Additionally, the TNT 135 features a stylish and modern design that is sure to turn heads on the road.
Overall, the 2023 Benelli TNT 135 is a fantastic option for riders looking for a fun and practical motorcycle that is easy to handle. Whether you're navigating through city streets or hitting the open road, the TNT 135 offers a great balance of performance, comfort, and style. If you're in the market for a small-displacement bike that offers a big punch, the TNT 135 is definitely worth considering.
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