Test rode this exact model today in the blue and I have to say wow, what a lovely bike! I was interested in the Leoncino 500 to be honest and thought I’d have a go on this to at least experience the engine and general quality of the new Benellis. This is £500 more but I’m pretty much sold on it. Comfortable, smooth and plenty fast enough for this 65 year old. Tour of the beautiful UK here I come!

i own these bike since 2017 now mileage already touch in around 94000km so far no any major problem.

Really enjoying this guy's reviews... Very down to earth with no stupidly long annoying music intro just straight into what we are all here for the bikes. Very clear and precise information with good camera quality and sound... Outstanding in all areas well done mark 👍

Great down to earth review. I test rode the 502 a few years ago when they were first released here in Australia. I placed an order for a 2022 model last Friday. At 61 I'm a mature age rider and feel the midrange 500s are ideal Solo machines for Touring. I'll be having the Givi made alloy Panniers fitted too. At 184 cm and 130 kg this Bike fits me like glove!

hi Mark. i own a TRK . have ridden it for 15 K., some of it off road. i totally agree with the review. my longest ride of the day was 12 hours or so. very comfortable and not a back breaker. i have put knobby tires on mine and go off road and on hilly trails. it has never let me down

Great review again. It's nice to see a British review by an experienced unbiased rider. I bought an X version as a temporary ride before buying the new Africa Twin Sport. However the Benelli turned out to be such a good bike and I was so happy with it I could not justify the extra expense of the Africa Twin. So I'm still happily touring on my Benelli. I think pound for pound it has to be one of the best value bikes in the UK today.

Hi Mark, another great video. I always enjoy watching. I think this is a great way of getting into the ADV bike market without having to pay out £10k plus. I hope your bike is treating you well too. As a mid 30’s fella with my CBT booked in a few weeks I’m in the market for a learner bike with plans to move up to a 500cc after the DAS. Your content is helping me through my journey. 👍🏻

Hi Mark. I own a 2021 model myself and being a very inexperience rider I can tell you that the bike is very soft and forgiving for a rider of my own experience. Great quality for little money, I'm happy with it. Great video by the way!

So I bought one of these and it's been great, see earlier comment, had a slight tumble in the rain, the crash bars work really well, doing 39/35mph just needed a new crash bar, left side, gear selector and scuffed the foot peg, and side stand,no other damage. 👍 It's well made. The shad 3p frame system got a tiny scuff too. Lucky I didn't have the boxes on!. Still got me home, I'm getting 65mpg too, more when sliding 😁.

Have had my 502x for 15 months... Pros. It's fun. So far reliable and sound engine. Incredibly comfortable to ride (I'm 6'1" and 15 St so went for the X due to better ride height) it's fun. Good fuel economy. Cheap. Its fun. Cons. Agricultural feel (nothing flashy about this). Under no circumstances drop the bloody thing - I did doing 5mph in cold/wet weather and couldn't get the bastard upright (had luggage and mostly full tank fuel). Touch of vibration when revving. Don't know if I'm being pissy but my SV 1000 didn't have this at similar speeds. All in all its great and glad I bought it.. 😁

Yet another highly informative review. I saw a few of these in a showroom in county Durham. Very impressive. Too many nice bikes around. Too much temptation. You are as always my favourite reviewer with your down to earth non biased approach to each bike you review.thank you.

Thank you for this review. I'm a newer rider, but 6'4" 35 inch inseam 220 lbs. I've been looking for my first bike all week and I never felt anything as comfortable as bike. It's so easy on the hips, and I feel like I have complete control over the bike. This review helped me in the buying process.

I just bought the TRK502 three weeks ago. It's a solid bike, has road presence, good acceleration, and very stable on the road. It's heavy @235kg acceptable. It's not a top-end bike but it's fair enough for the price. The quality has improved slightly compared to the 2018/19 model. All factors held constant......it's a good buy. The upcoming TRK800 may even be better but a little more expensive.

Mark... you made my day!! I'm getting back into riding after a looooong hiatus. Have done a ton of research (yeah, I'm that guy) and had been pretty settled on the CB500X. Everyone who knew anything about bikes thought it was the best solution for my situation (62yr, 6'2", 250lb). Just want to do some countryside touring to get away from my daily life at the hospital. I didn't even have the Benelli in my sights. Only problem.... good luck finding a CB500X, or much else where I live for that matter! Both the new and used markets are really lean right now. On a whim, I drove 60 miles to a dealer that looked like they still had some selection and had NO INTENTION of buying anything--hell, I don't have any gear or even taken the MSF to get my endorsement back and relearn some basic skills. They had one TRK502 (had already sold 2 others) and it really caught my eye. Comfortable seat, good ergo and literally EVERYTHING you mentioned in this terrific vid. Suffice to say.... they don't have any 502s left. I bought right off the floor as I had a sense this opportunity wouldn't come around again and I would regret the delay. Your vid has cemented the accuracy of my 6th-sense. I am even more energized and excited to move through the process and get it on some country roads for the fall riding season. Keep these great videos coming. They are much appreciated!!

Hi Mark, bought one a month ago pretty much based on your review and I haven't been disappointed, a wonderful bike with one of the best engines I've had on a bike, keep up the good work Mark 👍

Typically thorough review that we`ve come to expect from you Mark. You always cover anything and everything that matters to a rider or potential buyer. Yet another impressive "Chinese" machine. In a few years I can see Chinese bikes making their mark in much the same way that Hyundai and Kia have in the car industry.

I'm going to buy this bike from Poole Moto soon thanks to this video. Already visited and sat on this exact same bike. Love the comfort and quality.

Hey geez, I've got the X version in yellow and it catches every eye. 4000 miles in and not even an itch. Reliable, fuel economy is so great, it seems too good to be true, fast for its weight and better handling than I thought. I've also got the 752s in green. Love em both.

This bike out sell all Japanese and euro bikes In my place. Great value for money, nicely made, it's the bike you keep on riding👍

It is good to see you reviewing this, as I think that we are of similar dimensions. I went to Motorcycle live 2023 yesterday, sat on the current model, and was struck by how comfortable it felt. Nothing else was anywhere near as comfortable or natural feeling for me. I did feel that it was a little on the high side for me, but that could well be due to the way it was displayed. When I make room for another bike, I will definitely be looking to test ride one.

Just commenting on the reliability of the brand. I bought a new 2017 Benelli TnT 300 in 2018. Think the bike is now called 302 S. Just inspection and routine maintenance throughout the years. I'm here in the States and more existing dealers are adding Benelli to their dealerships. Was looking to move up and this bike was on the top of the list but a 2015 Versys 1000 became available and bought it. If the Versys didn't come along I would have bought the 502. Rumor has it a new 800 cc engine is coming down the road for this bike.

Just got to test ride the TRK 502x last weekend. Really smooth and surprisingly nimble for its heft. Even my gf who rode pillon also found it comfortable.

Glad you liked the bike. I have now done 4000miles on my TRK and love it. I have owned lots of bikes and always choose this instead of the 1200 BMW to ride.I have fitted after market centre stand and heated grips. Doesn't need anything else. Preferred this to the x model because it has tubeless tyres, lower seat and slightly higher gearing.

These look good bikes and fair play to you Mark for doing reviews on less popular brands. I've seen a review on the 502 before and I'm sure it was considerably heavier at 235kg. My main concern if buying one would be that residuals would be very poor on resale.

I've just seen one if these at a dealer. That's a lot of bike for just over £5k. And they look far better than the price would suggest! As a budget tourer they seem to have a lot going for them. I'd like to see the X model. Good work Mark.

Great review Mark. I'd been looking at one of these a while ago then watched your review of it and the decision was made. Picking up a new TRK 502 this Thursday in blue. Should make a great commuter and tourer. Thanks again and keep making the videos.

I test rode one of these Benellis and I loved it.

Good fair review , i am biased i have one. A hell of a lot of bike for the money, its comfortable and smooth , proper motorcycle. Much more kit than the Honda CB 500x for a lot less money

Really immpressive review;covered all the aspects.Much taken in by the machine.I had a Royal Enfield Classic 500 which ,though gave out 45Nms of torque was low on bhp,about 27 something! Definitely going for this.Would love to see you handling this with luggage on uphill roads/mud tracks,next time. Cheers.

Another fantastic review mate.... There's a small handful of reviewers that I trust and your up there 👊 I'm holding off for a bit for the 800 😉 if reviews are as positive for that as they are for the 500 and it feels right testing then I'll be changing my gsxs7 2023 😉

Nice review Mark. Sounds a bit Triumph Tripple-ish when you did the sound test, which is nice from a twin.

Well done Mark excellent honest straight forward review as always.

I have TRK 502 year 2017/10 52000miles, i am very happy.

hi mark i have 502x i had heated grips fitted and spots fitted to the crash bars i am 65 and i bloody love and what a great price its fantastic to ride

Just when i just got my tmax 560, along comes a benelli 502! Rats! I should have taken to heart my mother's advice about patience being a virtue! Great excellent review mark! Made me regret getting a tmax. Why did you have to be such a great & excellent reviewer?! Anyway, ride safe & stay safe mark!

Just chopped in my Himalayan in for one of these, had heated grips fitted and have put shad 3p cases on 800miles in all good so far fitted fender extenders and an aluminium engine guard to protect the bottom end from the road crap, hopefully it will last as well as the Himalayan. Great so far needed something better on the motorway. Great review honest and down to earth. 👍

My brand new Benelli TRK502 will be arriving in the next few days! Can't wait!

Looks better than the Honda.

Great test mark.I think you have convinced me to part ex the ageing T max for some ADV fun.im a big lad so need a decent size bike and it looked to me like the knee bend angle was 90 degrees which would make my joint pain less of an issue than many bikes I've discounted as a result of their more acute angles..After 40 odd bikes over 50 years and one scooter, I don't chase speed for kicks anymore ..Great review of a lovely machine..gorgeous colour too!! Thanks for addressing all my concerns

You are just awesome ! Love the review ! Thanks for all the work you do.

Nice review Mark, I know because I think I've seen/read every TRK 502 review available during the lockdown 😉 I'm getting one of these next week, it's a bit of a change for me as I've always had cruiser style bikes over the past 30+ years. Your review helped me decide the only thing I wasn't sure about, blue vs grey, that's a really nice colour.

Thanks a bunch! They are selling these now in America and I was looking for info and you have definitely delivered .

Hi Mark, love your reviews...good to see you're reviewing Chinese bike lately, especially the Benelli TRK 502 and the Cfmoto 650MT. Two bikes I have been very interested in, but must admit I I'm leaning more towards TRK 502 after watching your review, I have heard/read a lot of positive comments about the bike... build quality comfort styling and performance. I am very interested in the TRK 800 although I'm not sure if it's come to the UK or not, if you have any news on that it would be good to know, and good if you could get your hands on one for a review...anyway keep making the videos and I'll keep watching.

Nice review, thank you. Going to see one of these and an X model on Monday, as a garage companion for my Moto Guzzi V7 Special, and basic do it all bike. No worries about depreciation with these because of the low starting price.

Test road one of these 18 months ago. Couldn't make my mind up at the time, but there will be one coming my way soon. Fantastic value for money.

Mark, I could ride any size bike I liked but I have been eyeing this bike for several years now. Finally after months and months of being bikeless (My old Pan ST1100 gave up the ghost) I am getting a 2017 version. Newer exhaust, heated grips and running lights.. Your positive reviews helped my decision. The complaints of weight, I laugh, I used to ride cx500's!!!!

Changing the front sprocket to raise the gearing slightly for better cruising speed. Only alters it by 750rpm but makes a great difference.

So had mine a while now, had zero problems getting the parts, or service parts motogb have been great as has Google, don't always get them instantly but not had to wait more than 10 days. Riden in all weathers keep it vlean and its fine. 👍

Thanks for the comprehensive review......am picking mine up on Saturday after test riding it last week 👍

Just the video I needed to watch! I’m watching from Texas though it took me a second to register the opposite side of the road thing lol. Great video sir. 👍

Thank you for an informative, unbiased review. Covers all areas. Great work

Hi.mark good review, I am from Malaysia here,thinking to have one for my Touring, after watch your review, got confidence tq

Mark great video👍👍👍 This sounded like you really really enjoyed this bike.. These look like the best chinese brand..

Great review mark, what a great bike and great value 👍. Better equipped than my Vstrom, have to take one for a test ride myself. Cheers ride safe and stay safe mark 👍.

Seems like a very good value machine. Thanks for the run-down Mark.

Appreciate the review. another reason for me to switch to the adventure bikes! Love the details you've given!

OMG I was firmly set on a 650 like the Tracer, Versys or TigerSport but costs spiralled up to well over £9,000 for all 3 so started looking again and fell on this - thanks Mark - as with my Zontes 125, think you have helped me make a good decision

Great review , l have a 300 TNT twin 2015 in Thailand and it goes like a 500, brilliant sound handles well very good brakes a lovely looking m\c .

It's a really lovely looking bike and also specifications are quite dissent 👌

front wheel size tops it off beautifully !

Had a BMW r1200gs before I bought the Benelli, TRK502x, the BMW had lots of issues, and was bloody expensive to fix, on saying that it was 14 years old, I quite like this bike, yes it down on power, but I soon got use to that, yes it is heavy for a 500, but I like that, it feels planted on the road. The seat height is up a bit on the X which some might find that a problem, I don’t and I’m 5”9, but am use to big bikes, I also own a Triumph 2300cc Rocket 111, my only complaint is at motorway speeds it’s a bit buzzy through the foot pegs, hoping this go away when I finish running it in,

Hi Mark thank you for your review of this. It's a fantastic bike. I will get out for a test as soon as I can, I'm also going to have a look at the CF Moto 650 just to keep my options open. Many thanks again

I was very taken by the 502X but just know it will let you down at some point. Parts, backup etc would have Honda taking my money.

Hi Mark, wonderful walk through as always. Tell us please, you've roadtested this, the voge 500ds , the cb500x . Which of these do you prefer and why. You're the same height and build as myself so be really great to hear from you. My only worry with the voge is the lack of parts or at least delays in getting them

Nice bike Mark...Some really good new bikes coming out of China now :-) Iv'e even seen some new ones with front and rear cameras :-) Shame you can't get the New Hengjian GS ADV 500 Double Fuel Tanks (Mini Africa Twin) in for review :-)

Great review Mark. i like your reviews because we are both the same dimensions, although i carry a few more KGs than you. I rode the honda CB500x on a windy day and was not that impressed, then rode the Benelli on a good day . I was very impressed with the Benelli. I ended up buying a used Suzuki DL650 . But then Benelli may still be on my list. The only problem i have its made in China and i wonder about the quality of the workmanship.Thanks.

Very reliable bikes from what I've heard. I prefer the Leoncino 500. First-class review, Mark.

nice video...i just rode my 21 plate TRK 502X last weekend along the exact same route past durdle door lol...great bike for a 500cc twin..engine is a peach and sounds like an inline 4 which is cool

Thanks Mark, this is very helpful, thanks for the review. How is this bike doing in terms of the wind protection of arms and knees/legs?

Italian engineering flair, made in China, China being the the upcoming Japan, as regards quality and reliability. Good time to benefit from the money saving, with increasing quality.

Fantastic review, very well explained. Great bike for majority of public.

center stand available (aftermarket). Not OEM but as I saw on net it fits greatly. Rear sprocket is 42 this version (X has 44) and many owners replaced it with a 40 one and said had best results while touring and gain about 500 rpm. I signed the paper few days ago, Dealers say there is a period of 20 days (more o less) to have it. Hope to spend my hot sicilian summer on the road. Kaoko still sleep about a throttle controller for this model, so will send quotes and maybe find a good solution, For me is a very smart bike; protective, cheap and funny enough. For squeezing adrenaline there are other bikes.

Nice review 👍 - thanx. Trying to ride safe, but Brisbane had such a lot of rain the last two weeks...

Awesome thanks for a great review, off to my local dealer for a closer look. This bike is surely much under rated and very well priced.

Nice Bike! Bought one few weeks ago and enjoying it very much!

Hi Mark, Thoroughly enjoyed many of your reviews ! Obviously you are testing a lot of bikes and it really makes a great statement that you bought one of these ! How’s it going, now you’ve had it a while ? I went to sit on the X yesterday and was probably the most comfy bike I’ve sat on. 95% of the time I’m just to and from work, so I’m sure it’s got plenty of power for that. The other 5% I’m loaded with pillion and cases and I’m wondering if it will still hold 70-75mph all day in those circumstances ??? Stay safe 👍

Had mine for 3 years its a good bike great on fuel, my only a couple of gripes, at 6.2 I sometimes get a little cramp in the top of my legs but apart from that easy to ride other gripe is i live near the sea and the chain will rust in no time so always on top of that Finally on mine the ignition fell out the vibration made the screws loose Going forward heated grips would be a nice touch but hey for the price its a lot of bike for little money

Great review. Thanks for the info. Helped me make the decision to buy one.

Very nice review buddy ! I am wondering if they will bring it to Canada ! Thanks for sharing it

Nice review, I have decided after a lengthy process, to purchase a leftover 21 TRK502 road model.

Phew, bought one of these few months ago because it is just so excellent then yesterday thought s**t, hadn't checked my guru Mark to see what he thought and You concur with me, what a relief!!! Your comments about wind noise are true so today going to test a pop-up full face because my half face I'm blaming for the noise - any thoughts please?

Great to see somebody reviewing an affordable modern machine even if it's a "Chinelli"

The switch gear looks like it comes from a Shepherds Bush Market Toy stall LOL

Look like you were stunned by the bike brother..... Nice review.... Do well

Great review. Shame no led lights though, night riding is something I do a lot. Everything else seems to fit the bill exactly though.

Great review but you missed the 12v socket on the left side of the tank cover :)

Thank you for a good review, I've seen your review on the cf moto 650mt and was wondering whether you will be reviewing the Voge 500 at all. I'm doing my direct access course in the near future and these are the bikes I'm trying to weigh the pros and cons up. Cheers Mark

So just coming up to 5500 miles still no problems vibes have smoothed out as the miles have increased. The only problem I have is the new Himalayan 😁

Also..... The crash bars did their job well but they are tad too wide to make filtering comfortable..

There's definitely confusion with the weight of these, test rode the base model last Saturday and bought it, it was the ex demo from the dealer, a 2022 model with 685 miles on the clock for 4k......bargain. Was chatting to the rep and he said there is confusion with weight, the x model is 235kg with added exhaust, larger spoked wheels and longer suspension. The base model is 213kg.

Great review thanks Mark, sounds great bike at that price.

I've just been down and sat on that exact bike at Poole Moto love it

Pillion seat looks comfy!!!. Very rare these days lol may have to do a test ride if the wife likes it job done ha!!.

Great review on what seems a good bike but I can’t help thinking about the depreciation and being able to sell it afterwards

I like these... Direct competitor to the CF Moto MT I'd say. The MT is actually cheaper here in Bangkok than the TRK. I like the looks of the Benelli more, and its street presence, but can't ignore the punch of the 650. Ah... Decisions, decisions. Lol. Nice review amigo.

My x will be arrived next week! 👍

I like the tubular swing arm. Looks amazing value.

Thinking about buying the TRX 502X Variant for a start right before I go with Tiger GT Rally Pro.

Hi Mark enjoyed your video as always. I really enjoyed your 2016 cb500x video in fact I bought one on the strength of that and its an awesome bike! I have always liked the styling of the trk 502 and want to ask as I'm 5'6 with a 30 inch inseam with my boots on how you'd think I'd get on etc. I am an experienced rider and have had a number of bikes! Cheers Rob

It looks a really nice bike and think it comes with 3year warranty