Benelli, a Chinese owned motorcycle brand with Italian roots, has been selling its entry-level adventure bike, the TRK 502, for quite some time now. Back when it debuted in 2017, it was pretty impressive, packing features that were ahead of its time.
However, now, it’s clear to see that the TRK 502X has grown a little long in the tooth. The 400cc to 500cc class of adventure-touring machines has evolved rapidly in recent years, with new offerings from both new and established players shaking up the market. Bikes like the KTM 390 Adventure, as well as the newly released Royal Enfield Himalayan and CFMoto Ibex 450 put a strong focus on off-road performance. Meanwhile, machines like the Honda NX500 focus on long-distance touring capability.
