NSU 301TS vs Benelli Tornado 302 (2016)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the NSU 301TSstacks up against the Benelli Tornado 302. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecNSU 301TSBenelli Tornado 302
Model year19332016
Price
Engine298 cc300 cc
Horsepower7 hp36 hp
Torque27 Nm
Weight130 kg180 kg
Seat height27 mm31 mm
Fuel capacity2.6 L3.7 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission3-speed6-speed
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Double disc. 4 pistons caliper
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc. 2 pistons caliper
Tires3-25 / 3-25 100/70-ZR17 / 150/60-ZR17

NSU 301TS vs Benelli Tornado 302 — which should you buy?

Picking between the NSU 301TS and the Benelli Tornado 302 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the NSU 301TS brings 7 hp in a 130 kg package, while the Benelli Tornado 302 counters with 36 hp at 180 kg.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: