Benelli TRK 502X 15 Tooth Front Sprocket Review PLEASE TAKE NOTE OF DESCRIPTION UPDATE 

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Thank you I'm glad it helped. Ride safe

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That's great news please take note the measurements for slack in the chain of 10 - 15mm taken from the Benelli manual is wrong and you should adjust the slack to 28 - 30mm instead. Ride safe 👍

@@BikeRiderReviews Yeah I did it at 15mm and thought it was too tight so now it’s all sorted. Thanks Kev 👍

Yes that sounds about right, I think 1 inch is roughly 25mm 👍 Ride safe

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Thanks for checking out the channel. Please be aware the upgrade is ony for the 502x version as the standard 502 is geared different and will not benefit from the upgrade. Welcome to the TRK brotherhood. Ride safe 👍

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It's a very easy job, you will have no problems. Ride safe 👍

Glad it worked out for you.

@smlaveauful hope after upgrade the sprockets the Rpm problem is resolved.

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Thanks for checking out the review. For the amount of riding you do I think it will be a great upgrade. Ride safe 👍

Where did you order the 15 tooth sprocket from?

Thanks for checking out the review. I haven't emptied a tank of fuel yet since doing the mod but I'm keeping an eye on the miles to compare. Ride safe 👍

@@BikeRiderReviews I'm getting about 220 miles from full till the fuel gauge flashes then about 14.5 -15 litres to fill

Would you recommend getting one of these bikes.

@@paulcummins5231 Hi, we were talking about this the other day, yes 100%

Are you referring to 75 mph?

You can actually damage the chain or the sprocket if it's too tight. The manual from Benelli is definitely wrong saying 10 - 15mm of slack, I recommend double that measurement. Ride safe 👍

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Thanks for checking out thr review. Unfortunately I have no experience of using a 16T sprocket so I'm unable to answer your question. It may be worth looking on Facebook and asking the question on one of the Benelli TRK forums. There may be someone more qualified to answer your question. Ride safe 👍

@@BikeRiderReviews Thank you and good curves. If I put 16T I leave feedback

Sergio did you end up changing to 16t sprocket?

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Thanks for checking out the channel. Yes I do use thread lock but mainly on where I feel there is high vibration and increased chance of nuts or bolts coming lose. Over the years I've pretty much found out through trial and error when and where I need to use it. A lot depends on the type of bike too. When I was younger I used to build racing scooters, Lambrettas and Vespas. Believe me every single nut and bolt needed thread lock on those things 🤣😂. Ride safe 👍

Thanks for checking out the channel. Here is the link for the sprocket www.omniaracing.net/en/front-sprocket-pbr-525-code-2331-teeth-for-benelli-trk502x-2018-p-145945.html

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No the speedo is not affected as the speed is measured by a sensor on the rear wheel. Ride safe 👍

Thanks for checking out the channel. If your TRK is quite new with low miles on the clock, you may find the vibration lessons as the engine wears in. My bike was quite buzzy at first, but I found that after around 3,000 miles, it really improved. (or perhaps I just got used to it lol). However, there are things you can do to help. The first thing I would do is put a 15t rear sprocket on. This will help to lower the revs at higher speeds, reducing the vibration. You can also look at the seat. There are the netting seat covers that are supposed to help. However, I've never owned one, so I can't vouch for them. You can also get inflatable seat pads such as air hawk seats. I've used these in the past, and they are comfortable. However, consider that they will raise the seat height, which may cause problems if you are already on tip-toes. Another thing to look at could be changes tyres to some that are kess viby. Hope this helps. Ride safe 👍

Hi thanks for checking out the review. I have a shade under 9,000 miles on my bike and the only things I have replaced are brake pads, tyres and fork seals. The bike has been super reliable and copes with all weather and terrain. In the past Chinese bikes were terrible however now there are some great Chinese partner bikes out there. MCN paper nominated 2 CFMOTO bikes for best bike of the year in category this year. CFMOTO as you probably know are partnered with KTM. The Benelli is easily one of the best value bikes on the market currently. I was very sceptical of the Benelli when I bought it. I simply bought it as a 12 month stop gap until the new Africa twin came out but now I can't believe how good the Benelli has been and I'm keeping it. If your on a tight budget you can't go wrong with the TRK . Ride safe 🙏

No, not really on a budget. I'm running 2 bikes at the moment. A Yamaha MT-09 Tracer and an xt660z Ténéré. I was looking at the Benelli 502 as a more modern update for my 2011 660 single. You can't read very much wrong about the Chinese/Italian machine so I thought I'd give it a try. Unfortunately, I think I was given a badly prepared bike for my test that coloured my immediate impressions. It only had a handful of kilometres on the thing but there were a good few minor adjustments that should've been made to make the bike rideable. My first reaction on reaching the dealer, with the bike stood there waiting for me was very positive. My xt660z parked next to it kind of looked dated and a bit 'second fiddle'. Taking the Benelli away for a ride though wasn't a good experience at all..... The gear lever wasn't placed in its proper position. Any human rider could never get a foot onto the lever with their foot on the peg. I worked around that though and got the thing moving. Changing gears was a fumble however, and, due to the aforementioned lever and I couldn't get nicely into 2nd. The Neutral light lit up. I was coasting now to almost a standstill.....glad that weren't any witnesses as I was feeling very novice-esque. I gave the throttle a wee blip before notching into 1st and the thing lurched forward. It was already in 1st with the green Neutral light on!!! To be fair....the light then went out and I couldn't replicate the glitch at all. It never happened again. Another couple of badly prepared details detracted from my test ride. The throttle had far too much free play. I noted that it was a mechanical, push-pull cable set up rather than a fly-by-wire and easy enough to adjust but. it should've been done before the bike was offered up to ride. Slow speed riding on the bike was horrendous. Experience and and an educated guess indicated very under inflated tyres! All minor irritations that can make even the very best of machines feel like a heap of s##te to ride. All the above influenced my opinion and though not really serious, got me indulging in a thorough look-around the Benelli when I got back to the dealers. Perhaps because of all the above I got a bit picky but a good few things niggled away at me. That awful 'afterthought-looking' great length of radiator hose down the left hand side of the motor looks extremely vulnerable. It looks right in the line of fire from stuff that could puncture/tear it, especially if you were to do quite a bit of rough-road riding. The weight distribution's not very good either and the bike's super-top-heavy. It'd be too much for me to lift fully loaded if I had a slow speed tumble .(We all have them sooner or later if we do enough rougher trail rides) There's an awful lot of body work with bits on that suggest some sort of function but don't actually do anything at all. Like those air intakes on the nose that aren't actually air intakes at all. If you look under the bodywork they're just a sort of gauze that fills a hole in the bodywork. Why? I thought the motor started and whizzed away nicely but just seemed kind of out of place in its environment. To me, it seemed like I had to have it whirring away like an egg whisk to make any decent progress. I wouldn't argue that for a great many people this would be an excellent buy but I base that on the fact that so very many pundits and satisfied owners give some wonderful reviews. Over my many decades of motorcycle riding I've come to believe the motorcycling fraternity, as a collective, is very savvy when it comes to a bargain. If that's the case, then it might convince many others to buy one. Not for me though. I thought it was a bit too much of a sheep in wolf's clothing. That being said, being a bit sheepish doesn't necessarily mean you're a total wimp. A bit like comparing Primark jeans to Levi Strauss. Or a torque wrench from your local Saturday market stall compared to a Snap on. They both look good and do the job but, you instinctively know which one will be in the land fill first.

@@17405pop I think you're dealer is most probably not the best in the world as the bike sounds as though it was not set up right at all. Its true you cannot get away from the fact that the bike is very heavy but in context if you have a Honda 500 cbx specced to the same spec as the trk then there isn't much difference in weight. Obviously there are a lot of better bikes out there in this category but as you imagine, they are a lot more expensive. As you say with the Levi - Primark comparison, people automatically get on the bike expecting the same experience and quality of the big brands but not taking into consideration the price. I hope you find the right bike mate. Thanks again for checking out the channel. Ride safe 👍

Hi, here is the link for the sprocket www.omniaracing.net/en/front-sprocket-pbr-525-code-2331-teeth-for-benelli-trk502x-2018-p-145945.html

Thanks for checking out the channel. I kept the original chain and have covered thousands of miles since the upgrade with no problems or issues so I would say there is no reason to change the chain. Ride safe 👍

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Thanks for checking out the channel. There is a formula to work the gear ratios out. I'm sure a quick Internet search would come up with something.

To be honest no I haven't. All the bikes I own have incorrect speedometer readings when compared with GPS speed readings. My TRK speedometer reads roughly 3-5 mph faster than my GPS. So to cruise at a constant 70mph as shown on the GPS I would need to be traveling at 73 - 75 mph indicated on the bike speedometer

@@BikeRiderReviews Oh okay. Thanks for the reply!

Hi thanks for checking out the channel. If you take a look at the description for the video you will find all the information there. The early TRK manuals have a miss print in them stating 15mm slack when it should say 30mm I only found out about this after making the video. I hope this helps. Ride safe👍

Hi thanks for checking out the channel. Here is the link www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Motion-Pro-Motocross-Motor-Bike-Motorcycle-Chain-Slack-Setter-Setting-Tool-/224448548482?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&_trksid=p2349624.m46890.l6249&mkrid=710-127635-2958-0

Hi I have been very pleased with the improved characteristics of the gearing which the 15 tooth upgrade has provided so yes I would recommend it. Ride safe 👍

Hi to be honest I cannot remember if I put the washer on or not. Looking at the video it does not look like I did put them on however I have done thousands of miles on the bike since and I've had no problems. Ride Safe 👍

@@BikeRiderReviews cant see it being abig deal they are summet like .75ml thick ..i looked in the 502 17 manual and their exploded diagram did not have them ? as a aside i ran the bike today and its deffo calmer i ordered a 42 rear and am going to give it a go still pleanty of go in sixth ..it maay be a bit much but i feel it may well pull it ok ..theres certainly scope for making a 6th a higher overdrive gear by the factory they are a tad close ...thought for 25 quid it was a cheap try out ..thanks keep well

@@minkyheadOK buddy let me know how you go on with the rear sprocket change, I will be very interested to see how it performs. Ride safe 👍

Take a look on the Facebook page Benelli TRK 502 Adventures UK. There is a lad on there called Mark Breeze who sells them.

Thanks for checking out the video. If you have a TRK X model yes. If you have the road 502 model you will need a longer chain . Ride safe 👍

Thanks for checking out the review. Without taking the bike apart again and checking I'm afraid I can't remember. Ride safe 👍

Thanks for checking out the review. I'm not sure if you are correct as believe the speedo sensor runs off the brake sensor. Ride safe

@@BikeRiderReviews Maybe but I know that if you change to the 16 tooth sprocket on the Honda CB 500X it does directly affect the speedo reading .

@@PhilipKerry What method does the Honda use to determine speed?

@@BikeRiderReviews The speedo cable connects to the gearbox so changing the sprocket affects the speedo reading so people use a product called Speedo Healer to rectify the difference .

@@PhilipKerry Ah that's the difference between the two bikes. The TRK takes the information from the rear wheel. So it makes no difference what changes you make to the gearing as the rotation of the road wheels is always a constant ratio, (if you travel at 30mph in 3rd gear, or 30mph in 5th gear, the road wheel will spin at the same speed.) This is why the 15t upgrade on the TRK does not effect the speedo reading. Ride safe 👍

Haha I've been asked this before and to be honest I cannot remember it was that long ago. I'm pretty sure I would of seen it on the floor and replaced it but if I didn't I think after the thousands of miles I've done on the bike something would of gone wrong by now. Ride safe 👍

Hi, here is the link www.omniaracing.net/en/front-sprocket-pbr-525-code-2331-teeth-for-benelli-trk502x-2018-p-145945.html

Thanks for checking out the channel. Side stand works just the same. There is the same amount of load on the rear swing arm. It's easier on a paddock stand though as you have easier access and it's easier to move the back wheel around to check the chain at different points. Hope this helps. Ride safe 👍

Hi thanks for checking out the review. The 502 version has different gear ratios to the 502x so I am afraid this conversion will not be of any use for the 502. Ride safe 👍 🙏

@@BikeRiderReviews thank you very much

Hi thanks for checking out the channel. This is a great upgrade. It changes the gear ratio allowing the bike to cruise at high speed with lower revs, making the bike far more comfortable during long motorway / highway journeys. Ride safe 👍

The 15T sprocket is only for the 502X version not the road going 502. If you have the 502X then I'm pretty sure it will fit the 2021 bike. Hope this helps. Ride safe 👍

@@BikeRiderReviews, I have a 502, not a 502X!

@@smlaveauful Then definitely it won't fit. 👍

@@BikeRiderReviews darn! Is there a reason why? Just curious!

@@smlaveauful Hi, yes the 502 already has different size sprockets to the 502x version. 👍

No mate the speedo is not changed as the sensor for the speed is located at the brake sensor on the wheel 👍 ride safe

Here is the link for the sprocket www.omniaracing.net/en/front-sprocket-pbr-525-code-2331-teeth-for-benelli-trk502x-2018-p-145945.html

Ordered this from the link above and it shipped to New Zealand in about a week 👌. Installation was easier than expected, I used a pneumatic impact driver to remove the nut holding the sprocket on, which made life easier 😅. Have only ridden about 5km so far, but I have to say, this might just be the best mod I’ve done so far 😁. Thank you for your advice and installation tips. I have found the manual for my bike doesn’t provide particularly accurate details sometimes. When adjusting my suspension sag, the stated rear suspension travel in the manual is completely wrong 👀 something to be aware of for future mods I suppose.

@@NZstealox181196 That's good news, please make sure you adjust the chain slack to around 30mm rather than the 10-15 Shown in the video. I've put nearly a 1000 miles on mine since the install, had no problems at all 👍Rode safe

Will do 😁 thanks.

Hi the speedo isn't affected as I believe the speed is calculated from the brake sensor. I am also terrible with tools. The amount of tools I have still sitting in their original packaging unused is amazing and yet yesterday I needed a 13ml washer and after turning my garage upside down still couldn't find one 🤔 Ride safe 👍

@@BikeRiderReviews keep it up mate. Refreshing to see honest reviews without all the corporate rubbish attached.

@@BikeRiderReviews yes I can confirm this is true, on mine the speed sensor is located on the rear calliper mount, so completely independent of the gearing

No you need a specific one. If you are on Facebook, join the Benelli TRK 502 Adventures UK page and then contact this guy, Mark Breeze he will get you the part your after, if not try this place, www.cosmo-accessories.com/products/benelli/trk502

@@BikeRiderReviews Thanks,spoke to him yesterday,he's awaiting a delivery,was just enquiring maybe about what make,but I guess I'll wait till he contacts me,hope it's soon as it's really busy over 70 mph on the way into work,have to wear ear plugs 🤦

@@markobrien127 I'm pretty sure I used the PBR make. Good quality and I've had no issues with it since fitting it.

@@BikeRiderReviews did you just order a pbr 15 tooth sprockets or was it bike specific ?

@@markobrien127 I ordered it from cosmo accessories in the link above, it was advertised as benelli trk 502x specific

Thanks for checking out the review. I don't have the tools for splitting a chain and refitting so I had to move the wheel. I should imagine its quicker to move the wheel anyway. Ride safe 👍

Also the 15 tooth has a larger diameter so when that's gone all the way to the Rear wheel the chain would be to tight by about 10mm 👍

@@eazysleep8623 True but this is not really an issue as when fitting the 15t front sprocket the rear wheel has been loosened so there is already 0 tension in the chain. The tension on the chain is only adjusted after the sprocket has been installed, if that makes sense. Ride safe 👍

I'm not quite sure what you mean - 16?

Thanks for checking out the review. Haha your right I'm not a speed freak but to be honest when not filming I do ride a little faster. The reason I ride slower when filming is it cuts down wind noise in the helmet and improves sound quality on the videos. I have some touring videos coming to the channel over the next month where I touch on the subject as there were a few days where I actually lost a lot of footage due to going too fast which caused the mic to fail. I'm looking at improving the mic set up but just like everything in life its down to time and money. Ride safe 👍

So it hasn't affected the acceleration at all. How did you go on with the chain. Did you keep the original or did you have to get a longer chain? Looking at your video it seems to have reduced the top speed quite considerably?

@@BikeRiderReviews supose it must do a bit but you just hold 2345 alittle longer ..it doesnt feel over the top you can hold the lower gears better and longer for tighter bends all in all it feels much longer legged and sixth still runs on from 40mph without being too sluggish ..chain was fine one up two down its on 4.5 marks pleanty of adjustment room left .. i really prefer it to what was before .... not done many steep hills yet but cant see anyproblem just use a gear lower ..for normal touring at adecent pace i cant see it being needed to rev over 6.5 ..all in all it a positive rsult i think ..could do worse than try it ...i think you will like it tbo

@@minkyhead thanks for the info. I will try it. As you say it's a cheap upgrade so not really an issue if I don't like it and go back to standard. Ride safe buddy. 👍

I always thought the gearing was different on the X due to it being more off road oriented and different wheel size to the standard road version?

@@BikeRiderReviews yeah I've heard that also but I watched a video today from benelli and what I said was mentioned

@@peter58murray It still seems strange though as considering both the X and the standard 502 have the same engine lump you would expect if it was just down to the Euro 5 regulations then both models would still have the same gearing. Strange one?

To be honest by the time you have gone through all of that you may as well just tighten it the usual way as you have to completely loosen the chain to remove and replace the front sprocket so you would be just adding extra work fitting the chain tensioner and to be honest I don't trust them as you are adding extra friction to your chain which ultimately will lead to increased wear. Ride safe 👍