 1981 Benelli 254 | |
| Also called | Benelli 250 Quatro |
|---|---|
| Production | 1977-1984 |
| Assembly | Pesaro, Italy |
| Class | Standard |
| Engine | 231 cc (14.1 cu in) air cooled SOHC inline four |
| Bore / stroke | 44 mm × 38 mm (1.7 in × 1.5 in) |
| Top speed | 93 mph (150 km/h) |
| Power | 27.8 bhp (20.7 kW) @ 10,500 rpm |
| Transmission | 5 speed chain drive |
| Frame type | Single cradle |
| Suspension | Front: telescopic forks Rear swinging arm |
| Brakes | Front: disc Rear drum |
| Wheelbase | 1,270 mm (50 in) |
| Weight | 117 kg (258 lb) (dry) |
| Fuel capacity | 8.5 L (1.9 imp gal; 2.2 US gal) |
| Fuel consumption | 35 mpg‑imp (8.1 L/100 km; 29 mpg‑US) |
| Footnotes / references [1][2][3] | |
The Benelli 254, originally known as the Benelli 250 Quatro, is a 250 cc (15 cu in) inline four motorcycle produced by the Italian manufacturer Benelli from 1977 to 1984. It was at the time the smallest production four. The model was also badge engineered as the Moto Guzzi 254.