NSU 301T vs Benelli BN 302 R (2017)

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

Spec comparison

SpecNSU 301TBenelli BN 302 R
Model year19302017
Price
Engine298 cc300 cc
Horsepower7 hp35 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 / 3-25 110/70-ZR17 / 150/60-ZR17

NSU 301T vs Benelli BN 302 R — which should you buy?

Picking between the NSU 301T and the Benelli BN 302 R usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the NSU 301T brings 7 hp in a 130 kg package, while the Benelli BN 302 R counters with 35 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: