What's it Like to Own a TNT135 for a Full Year? Benelli TNT 135 One Year Review

[@pauld.b7129]

These are so much better than the Groms. They almost bridge the gap between tiny bike and full size. Seems just a little bigger. The engine is a whole different beast too. 4 valves with an aggressive cam and a short stroke is a far cry from Honda's little 2 valve engine. This thing feels like a 125 dirt bike, while the Grom engine feels like a scooter. Just my opinion though!

[@cycoklr]

I've been skeptical about the new Benellis but it's good to see the comments from other owners. Thanks for posting.

[@Hunter357mag]

Ironically I've been researching mini moto's to carry on my van for scooting about when I don't have to drive the van-my home. And lo and behold you're riding right by where I was parking when I was in SD. Thanks for the great video and review!

[@sydneyquaynor4420]

I’ve had my Benelli 135 for a year and 3 months and let me tell you! I’m so glad I chose it over the grom! For one, it’s been so reliable so far. The only issue I’ve had is change the battery (I use it a lot). I live in a place with quite bad roads and yet it’s been really sturdy. It’s turned HEADS EVERYWHERE I GO! I love my Benelli. Go for it!

[@spiritsofthesky]

I've seen a few of these nearby, but don't want a short bike, like a grom. What do you think of the height?

[@St.FighterZ]

Did you ever consider the 300 over the 135?

[@parisford2020]

you shouldnt need battery after 3 months

[@KrakensGarageandAdventures]

A really good, honest review. Well done! Your experience mirrors mine. To date it's been rock solid. Well done Alex. Eric

[@BrandonK80]

As soon as I started watching I’m like “hey that’s Balboa Park!” Nice review 👍🏼

[@edschilling2725]

I posted this as a reply below but it should be seen by those wondering about actual top speed. I weigh 140 pounds. Guys, I have 2 2022 TNT 135's. With GPS and speedo corrected I assure you that at 10K rpm you will be hitting the rev limiter and going 60 to 61 mph with the stock sprockets. With a 16 tooth countershaft neither will pull redline and top speed is actually less due to this. I have the PipeWerx on both. The info to correct the speedo is easy to find and every real phone has a gps and because of this I find it amusing so many people think it can go 70 mph. Nope, not even close.....unless maybe the rev limiter is broken and somehow magically it can pull more than 10K! Good video. Ed

[@RedBud315]

When I was racing an FZ600 in 1987 I had a YSR50 2stroke pit bike that was smallest street legal bike of the day. Mine was fitted with a D&D expansion chamber and 22MM Mikunis up from 16 MM and K&N filter and counter sprocket change. Out the box the bike did 50 MPH with a five speed. After my mods the bike did 60 MPH and I would actually pass people on 600's in the tight canyons.

[@KAWABAGGER06]

Just got my first mini moto. 2021 benelli tnt 135, 600 miles.. just put the chimera resonator delete pipe and chimera intake, tidy tail. I love this lil thing

[@stever7627]

Good review, I'm buying my buddy's TNT 135 today hopefully and he has a good 1k+ miles on it. This helped me pull the trigger on it. Thanks!

[@ahmedbadr6362]

Thanks for the great video series. Got my TNT135 a couple of months ago and was inspired to get the Core cables. Will do a bunch of mods as well but in a slightly different direction....

[@lexdfox]

Thanks! Happy modding!

[@wl110]

Hi and thanks for all your vids on the TNT135. I got mine in green a few months ago and found your vids really helpful. Mine also came with the pipwerx midpipe and it was LOUD. After much fiddling I've managed to get it much quieter, almost stock level I'd say. Involved adding a generic baffle pre-tail pipe and 2 removable db killers at twin outlet. I've had a grom and z125 previously and totally agree with you re: the grom. SO much aftermarket stuff, z125 is good too. The TNT is certainly not as big aftermarket, but parts can be found. The TNT drivetrain, compared to stock grom and Z125 is better imo. The engine is much more eager to rev out and feels way less stressed out doing so, the clutch bite is stronger and the gearbox is a peach. Stock oil cooler is a big win in my books (it gets HOT here in summer in Australia). But all in all these bikes are FUN FUN FUN whichever one you get. Thank you again for the content and all the best for your channel.

[@lexdfox]

Thank you so much! Glad to provide my take and that some of my mods have been helpful!

[@WilliamTan-yp1ud]

😅

[@patton.29]

I got this as my first, and first day riding it I panic braked on gravel and low sided😂 thankful for just a couple scuffs on it

[@mhmhso1540]

Had this bike for 7 years. The only problem i had with it was how sometimes it needed to remove the engine in order to get it repaired. Overall 8/10

[@BertholdWalker]

I have one for already 3years with no major problems, just the Lambda sensor that broke so it slowed down the RPM of the bike and also the fuel sensor that broke out too so I changed it for 20$ piece from benelli. Cheap pieces and reliable

[@philmarino1996]

Have mine on order. Should have it in April. Can't wait!!!

[@lexdfox]

That's awesome! I'm sure you'll love it.

[@philmarino1996]

So still don't have it. Shipping delays. They now say I'll have it June 7th. Special ordered a black one.

[@1978decent]

I'm currently in Oregon and noticed you were riding on University , I'm from San Diego and recognized the streets , thanks for the Video I'm planning on buying this mini if I can find one up here .

[@lexdfox]

Haha thanks for watching! Hope you're able to find one up there, they really are fun little bikes.

[@gabrielcherry528]

Thanks for the video--I've had my THT135 for about a year now and have enjoyed it. I chose it over the Grom and the Kawasaki Z125 mainly for its size--the other two bikes were just a little too small to be comfortable for me. And the extra power is nice too. The bike has been trouble-free. It's a lot of fun and surprisingly comfortable for its size. The only disappointment is that it won't reach the advertised top speed of 70 mph. It will do an indicated 70 mph, but the speedometer as it comes from the factory reads about 5 mph high. So the true top speed is more like 65.

[@lexdfox]

Yeah I agree with you on the size compared to the grom and z125. I'm also feeling like my grom actually has more top speed than the benelli, might be putting together a grom v benelli top speed run video soon!

[@alexp6409]

Great update. I'm coming up on a year with mine, looking forward to getting it back with the (hopefully) final round of warranty repairs complete soon. The only mod I really want to do with mine is a tail tidy. I wouldn't mind putting on one of the midpipes to clean up the underside and get a bit more power out of it, but it seems like they are pretty loud.

[@lexdfox]

Thanks! Yeah the mid-pipes are pretty loud, took me a few attempts to get it where I want it.

[@steves775]

Great video. I've had my TNT 135 since early October and still loving it. As you stated, good quality bikes. The only issue I had with mine was the gear shift linkage bolt into the foot peg backed out on me. Simple work arounds. Other than that, this has been a great bike.

[@lexdfox]

Thank you! Yeah I heard many people have the shift linkage bolt back itself out. Checked mine a few time and so far so good!

[@larrynorsworthy8582]

Thanks for the heads up. I will be checking mine.

[@Zhai_Belgium]

I bought the 125 a year ago to go to work with. Those benelli’s are realy fun, i realy like them, their very good. Theres only 1 downside, the stock tires that comes with it, theyre very bad. I suggest changing those for “Michelin city grip” or other tires. Those stock tires are dangerous when ur driving when its raining. Here in belgium it cost about 120€ for those michelin tires, but they can save ur life, so its worth it in my opinion. I had a crash with it while it was raining, crossing tram rails. Since i bought other tires, never had any issues with it. Anyway, very good and fun bikes. Dont get me wrong, im not promoting michelin tires here hehe. After my crash i did some research on google and youtube and many people were suggesting those tires, so i bought those. Have a nice day and safe drive

[@typhooon6196]

Just got a 2021 benelli 135 tnt 3 days ago its awesome 👌

[@davyboycolon530]

Good update ... im an ex grom owner and im picking up a new 2020 leftover 135 in red .. current bikes are a DR 650 ... Tiger 800 and an 04 1200 sportster .. gonna use it as a run around bike ... i might also trailer it down to this years Smokey mountain small bore rally in june

[@lexdfox]

Nice range of bikes, gotta love the dual sports!

[@brerrabbit4265]

Its a chinese bike but Benneli is in charge of quality control at the factory so its not going to be junk. The best thing about it over the Grom is that you do not need an oil return mod for wheelies.

[@ciaranmccabe3225]

Unfortunately bennelli engines are terrible but more specifically the gearbox and clutch I’ve had my gearbox and clutch literally blow up

[@alexiasuddoth38]

Thank you for your video so much!! It really helped me conclude…. Blessings to you ✨

[@micheleiezza6804]

BENELLI TNT is true beautiful bike ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@yellowveedub]

I just picked my Benelli tnt135 today 😁

[@MiniMoturd]

We’ll done man…solid review🏍💨👊🏻

[@maikolrodriquez]

I really want to see this bike pickup more aftermarket support as well as specifically power upgrades. we currently just have bolt ons, a standalone ecu and a 155 bbk.

[@petejones6827]

GOOD REVIEW BUTIN ALL REALITY HONDA HAS A REPUTATION THAT SHOULD NOT BE OVERLOOKED AND THE RELIABILITY OF A HONDA THE ACCESS TO PARTS IS WORTTH THE EXTRA MONEY IMO

[@shroomiestshroom3655]

we got both the 125 and 135 in the eu, the 125 is a lot more popular though as you can drive it without a license so 95%+ of them will be a 125cc for those without a license and just learning to drive a motorbike.

[@d_ward4871]

I agree with a lot of your assessments. I bought s white one and it’s been a blast. Sometimes, I slide back on the seat and use the passenger foot pegs just the to stretch out. Makes it feel almost like a bigger bikes seating position. Not sure if it looks ridiculous or not but whatever.

[@lexdfox]

Lol, I do that sometimes too! I would like to add adjustable rearsets, but there's not too many options that look durable.

[@remitheoccultist8091]

Im inbetween this or the mt03. I know its a huge difference between the two in terms of power…im a new rider and want to get a bike because gas for my truck has been too expensive 😅. I travel 60 miles a day (work and back) would it be torture to ride the benelli that long?

[@MoviesMarkLoves]

Only looking at about A $500 difference between this and the grom. I lo e Honda and they are solid all day long. Maybe I should go with a grom??

[@papap.8006]

I think you got a new subscriber.

[@lexdfox]

🙏

[@nelsoncasimirocasimiro2792]

The spark plugs were changed,they jumped sometimes and gave some problems....!

[@Carden125cc]

Awesome review mate.....absolutely love my tnt,so much fun to ride.....I’ve also had no issues to date with mine! Quality little bikes 👍

[@lexdfox]

Hell yeah!

[@exotics4life618]

@@lexdfox which one is fast? I mean top speed faster? Your Modified TNT135 or your Modified Grom? I’ve previously owned a 2019 Grom & sold it after 2-weeks due to how slow it was. It almost felt broken it was so slow (53-55mph) I’d really like to buy the Benelli this summer as a 3rd. Bike in my garage. But man it’s gotta be/feel a good bit faster than a Grom?

[@lexdfox]

@@exotics4life618 Top speed I would assume the benelli, because I've done basically the same engine mods at this point to both and the benelli has more displacement. Kinda surprised at myself for not having done top speed runs on either of these! Might have to do that...

[@exotics4life618]

@@lexdfox thanks for taking the time to respond. I believe the benelli with stock gearing 5th gear rev limiter shows 74-75mph indicated. I have not seen Anyone using GPS run there benelli to 5th. Gear limiter yet. I would be VERY excited to watch that video.

[@edschilling2725]

@@exotics4life618 Guys, I have 2 2022 TNT 135's. With GPS and speedo corrected I assure you that at 10K rpm you will be hitting the rev limiter and going 60 to 61 mph with the stock sprockets. With a 16 tooth countershaft neither will pull redline and top speed is actually less due to this. I have the PipeWerx on both. The info to correct the speedo is easy to find and every real phone has a gps and because of this I find it amusing so many people think it can go 70 mph. Nope, not even close.....unless maybe the rev limiter is broken and somehow magically it can pull more than 10K! Good video.

[@danwharton9170]

I've had mine a little over a year 2500 miles and zero issues but yeah the headlight needs some work the high beam is basically a laser pointer.

[@lexdfox]

Lol, you're spot on.

[@KrakensGarageandAdventures]

Congratulations on your 1 year anniversary of your channel. Keep up the hard work! Eric

[@lexdfox]

Thanks, Eric!

[@armdrop101]

Great solid built bike to just ride an leave it alone

[@MoviesMarkLoves]

I'm thinking of buying a 2022. However er I just cant live with that fugly assemble ly wrapping the rear tire. Can I just take all that stuff off and tie wrap the plate to the rear tail light or is there more top it than just removing it? Thanks for the great video bros !

[@Shadowdaddy]

You can remove that ugly wheel fender. There is a wire there for the license plate light. I just bought a mount for the license plate which cost $30 and it goes right behind your tail light. Also came with new license plate light as well.

[@WilliamAPBodie]

Here in Germany the Benelli TNT 125 EFI has 124kg. i don't understand why 🤔

[@Casey_E]

1K Miles in a year!? I put 600 miles on my Grom in a month!😂

[@ohwell2790]

One year and only 1500 miles, hope it has not had a issue. It has hardly been ridden.

[@Jdubsgarage74]

How is the dealer support compare on this to the Honda and Kawasaki? Also are you aware that the pier to weight ratio of the Grom is better than the tnt? Hp/lb for the Grom 0.043, tnt 0.04. Z125 0.037.

[@Greenface34]

No dealership in my area will work on this bike Spend the extra $400 there’s Honda shops everywhere that you can take your bike to get fixed if you buy this bike and you can’t fix it yourself you’re done

[@roybray8741]

Is this better then the honda nova 22 one

[@smartassist9700]

What is top speed? What is your weight with gear on?

[@scoots987]

How tall are you by chance man. I'm 6 foot 3. My brother has a new one I thought about taking over his payments on it 😊

[@lexdfox]

I'm 6ft

[@scoots987]

@lexdfox he owes 3100 left on the loan. Is it worth it in pa if I take over the leans? I think he's paying like 90 a month. I live in the country and was gonna use to go fishing and and shit like that

[@robertcrosby9238]

Tell you what the marketing team hasn’t been doing shit for them because a year later and I’m just now hearing about this bike

[@lexdfox]

Tell me about it, they've been around since 2017 and I learned about them in an off hand comment on a grom forum.

[@akiraproject2424]

Yo. About to pull trigger on a benelli tnt 135. I want to do exhaust, intake and ecu flash as well as rear shock. I'm struggling to find ohlin or other brand rear shock and also can't find that Facebook dude to do that ecu flash. Any suggestions on where to grab rear shock AND get in touch with someone that can ecu flash? Thanks!

[@monaco308308]

I am really thinking of buying one of these bikes. It looks so much fun. But I don't know if the 11 horse Power will be enough. Would love to hear some opinions.

[@kartoontats3177]

Top speed around 70 not too bad

[@sweeneyTodd-de4by]

Hi thinking of buying one I’m 6ft tall how do you find it being tall

[@lexdfox]

I found it just fine. I could ride for 100 miles and be ok. It sits a bit taller than a grom, which helps with leg position.

[@FreeThoughtCrime]

So you did like a hundred miles around San Diego and used what, a gallon of gas tops?

[@lexdfox]

if that

[@thegecksters]

Love the video. I've been going back and forth with this one and a Grom. Because of this video I'm leaning towards getting one of these versus getting a used Grom. I'm not one to modify much. What's your opinion on what I'm thinking?

[@lexdfox]

I think you have a good game plan! The TNT's current downfall is really aftermarket parts availability, but if you're not looking to modify then I think the Benelli is for you!

[@thegecksters]

@@lexdfox Tysm for the reply! I'll be following 👍And greetings from Spring Valley! I recognized the streets on your videos. 😁

[@lexdfox]

@@thegecksters awesome! Hope to see you out riding!

[@jamesgeorgevellavella1961]

I have 22 abs grom (really 21 build) and I’m actually thinking of the benelli but now it’s 125 and weird braking (I don’t try stunts so not deal breaker). If I can do over a 100kmh then bye bye grom

[@papap.8006]

I know it’s been a long time since you uploaded but I am thinking of buying one. It’s a new one 2023 I can buy it for 2K What do you think?

[@lexdfox]

I'm still uploading! Just not the benelli. But the new owner is still riding it without trouble, do it!

[@papap.8006]

@ Well I think I will. I have a TriGlide I bought new in 21 and Many HD bikes plus a ebike that goes 50 and I need a lil get around bike, life in rural Indiana will need it when it warms up. 👍

[@bakeot]

Are you here in san diego too??

[@lexdfox]

Yup!

[@Killian665]

The Honda Grom and Z125 are all Chinese/Taiwan made too. So it’s really a wash in that regard. None of them are Chinese parts they’re just made in China.

[@its_batess]

In the UK we need a CBT but on there saying we can only ride 50 cc / 125 11kw max so this would mean as this is a 135 we could not ride this ?

[@lexdfox]

I believe Benelli sells a tnt125 for UK/Euro A1 market

[@katesummers1555]

Hi! I have a question. How does it handle on highways or speeds up to 100km/h?

[@lexdfox]

It definitely gives more vibration at high speeds, but haven't noticed much more than that.

[@mitchellrios4541]

Did the 2022 have ABS??

[@dedygho4073]

how big is the fuel tank?? what about fuel consumption? thinking of getting one for fun and because fuel prices has been going up like crazy. i saw an ad for a 2019 model in my country for around US $1600. do you think it's worth a try?

[@dank9288639]

for that price heck yeah

[@lexdfox]

Fuel tank is just under 2 gallons, fuel economy is not as good as the groms 100mpg but still really good, I get about 75mpg. For 1600 thats a steal! Definitely worth a try.

[@李春国-m8x]

Italian job. Ben tnt 135 = Ducati mini fun bike. Sexy exhaust + water pipe skeleton. Better choice ! 😀😆🤣

[@projectptube]

lol @ 1340 miles after 1 year! I just bought mine 3 weeks ago and i have 1249 miles on it.

[@gregorokwieka4642]

Hallo gibt es Tuning teile für die tnt 125 😊ecu oder so

[@BR1967FE]

have you taken it off road? If yes, how does it do, can you get those knobby tires for it?

[@lexdfox]

I have not, that's what my crf is for, but yes you can get knobbies for it, same ones as for the grom.

[@BR1967FE]

@@lexdfox thx, I know some have, so just cking, I think u do a good job with the videos

[@lexdfox]

@@BR1967FE thanks!

[@brxvll]

During your 1year of ownership, have you ever swapped out your battery for a new one?

[@lexdfox]

Yes, I have a lithium ion battery, oem battery was fine just weight saving I suppose

[@GuitarxPlayax]

Ice Poseidon became a biker?

[@rdmascarenas]

I`m in California and plan on going to take my m1 driving test does anyone know if its possible to use this bike for it or a grom?

[@lexdfox]

Yeah you can definitely take the test on a mini, I've had friends do it in the past.

[@rdmascarenas]

@@lexdfox Thanks for the info!

[@Chijousaikyo]

I would like to put a CRF250 Engine in it 😂

[@vladimpaler9274]

Awesome bike kzbin.info/www/bejne/rJ_Ng4GwbZaAfNU

[@Bobbgeane]

Top speed?

[@badass1g]

How is engine reliability vs the grom? I’ve never heard of beneli before as to where Honda is world wide known reliable. Thoughts?

[@lexdfox]

So far its been just as reliable as the grom. Granted it's only been a year or so, but I know people that have had their benelli for years and thousands of miles without issue.

[@jamesgeorgevellavella1961]

I think new benelli is 124kg and 125cc

[@buckyhurford3424]

Hometown San Diego!!

[@raymondrmyers]

Why did you go around the roundabout so many times?

[@lexdfox]

To finish my thought, and for fun!

[@randrtime4913]

cool bike

[@parisford2020]

u cannot talk bout reliability with 1000 miles my guy

[@lexdfox]

Seems like I already did

[@dankollars4501]

What about mpg?

[@lexdfox]

I get about 75mpg, took a dip from some of the cam and tuning mods...

[@parisford2020]

1000 miles per year? i do 1000 per month

[@lexdfox]

Congrats

[@parisford2020]

1000 miles is the break in period for the engine, dont talk about reliability noob@@lexdfox check back after 10,000 miles if you want to review the reliability...

[@JapMotovlog]

Ride safe

[@campas812]

I hit 7k miles at around a year lol

[@lexdfox]

Wow! Any issues with those kind of miles?

[@campas812]

@lexdfox none so far I've seen some people have problems or aso couple examples of catastrophic failure but I've seen it in a handful of groms too especially the new 2022

[@Ben-ug6tc]

@@campas812 what issues does the 2022 grom have?

[@dragercustombuilds6107]

Sorry to bust your balls but the new 2023 Grom blows this out the water the new Grom has the same top speed of 70 mph has the five-speed transmission for the new 2023 Grom but not only does it have the same top speed but it also gets 166 mi to the gallon as to where this bike only gets a hundred miles to the gallon so sorry to say this bike is not the Grom killer the Grom has stepped up its game for 2023 with a new version of the 125 with a better engine that has same amount of horsepower better torque better top speed than it's predecessor and blows this bike out of the water with its 166 miles to the gallon

[@lexdfox]

No worries, bust them balls! Everything comes at a cost, grom costs more so you get more in some aspects. I think it's a worthy competitor and worth consideration. I even said in the video all things considered I'd pick my grom over my benelli. Thanks for watching!

[@Johngottisentme]

Bought a SSR instead of this Deeply regret it

[@raygarcia-pg7wr]

After market is a big negative

[@MrNeasbittjj]

San Diego it looks like

[@lexdfox]

Bingo!

[@-iIIiiiiiIiiiiIIIiiIi-]

They say you're not enthusiastic enough?! What the fuck do they want from you? Do they want you to start making moaning sounds while licking your gloves? Fucking KZbin commenters are sick!

[@leonardtaylor879]

San Diego Baby , Shelter Island

[@lexdfox]

You got it!

[@leonardtaylor879]

@@lexdfox I lived there for 10 years on coronado Island . I moved back to Hawaii though . I'm thinking about getting the benelli but your comment about the fit and finish i think ill get the Honda . I might just get the cb500. i haven't decided . Not allot to chose from here and prices are much higher as msrp goes. ride safe

[@kiixgviikk4270]

The style look and finish of the engine looks very nice. Grom has a ugly little looking engine.

[@lexdfox]

I agree, benellis engine is more modern where the groms is a version of their small bore air cooled engine that's been around for decades.

[@iAmEmman]

How tall are you?

[@lexdfox]

6ft

[@jongjongya4145]

Bummer.

[@intergalacticbasketballdro7186]

Benelli; when you're too stupid to buy a real Japanese Motorcycle for transportation.

[@lexdfox]

K, thanks for watching!

[@Sicknasty50]

Hey man, I’ve been watching alot of your videos, particularly the Benelli TNT 135 videos. I am leaning towards the TNT over the Grom. I know at the end if this video you said if you had to choose one it would be the Grom but more so because the sentimental value and its the OG. On paper the TNT seems to have more going for it: personally I think it looks way cooler, 10cc more, 5 speed (well up until Grom 2022), dual spark, 4 valve, lower cost, and I prefer the analog tach. But on the Grom side: Honda reliability, quality, lower weight, resale value due to being well known, ABS option, and aftermarket support (not a big deal to me because I just want to put an intake on it, which the TNT does have available). Just wanted to see if you had any final inputs on TNT vs Grom as a first bike. I just want a fun mini bike to commute to work on back roads, not interested in a full size bike. Thanks for your videos!

[@lexdfox]

Sounds like the benelli is right up your alley. The benelli has yet better stock stats and there's not much aftermarket support but since that's not a priority for you I say benelli all the way! I'll note I've heard of some other small issues with benellis like bolts that won't stay but easily fixable.

[@Sicknasty50]

Loose bolts from a single cylinder is no surprise! Thats what loctite is for!