Benelli TnT

Brake fluid capacity & service interval

Benelli TnT uses brake fluid with a capacity range between min and max. Service intervals include 20000 km/24 months and 25000 km/24 months. The data covers 6 configurations.

The configuration chart below lists fill volumes and service intervals for each engine and trim variant.

TypeSpecifications
TnT 1130 Cafe Racer (2011-2014)
  • Use: Normal
  • Between min and max.
  • Change 20000 km/ 24 months
TnT 899 (S) (2008-2016)
  • Use: Normal
  • Between min and max.
  • Change 20000 km/ 24 months
TnT 1130 (2004-2010)
  • Use: Normal
  • Between min and max.
  • Change 25000 km/ 24 months
TnT 1130 Cafe Racer (2004-2010)
  • Use: Normal
  • Between min and max.
  • Change 25000 km/ 24 months
TnT 1130 Sport (2004-2006)
  • Use: Normal
  • Between min and max.
  • Change 25000 km/ 24 months
TnT 1130 Titanium (2004-2010)
  • Use: Normal
  • Between min and max.
  • Change 25000 km/ 24 months

Additional Notes

  • Brake fluid level across all Benelli TnT variants listed is maintained between the reservoir's minimum and maximum marks rather than specified as a fixed volume. This approach is standard for hydraulic brake systems, where the correct level reflects pad wear and system condition rather than a precise fill quantity.
  • The TnT 1130, TnT 1130 Cafe Racer (2004-2010), TnT 1130 Sport, and TnT 1130 Titanium all share a 25000 km or 24-month brake fluid change interval under normal use conditions, whichever comes first.
  • The TnT 1130 Cafe Racer produced between 2011-2014 carries a reduced change interval of 20000 km or 24 months, compared to the 25000 km interval specified for the same model in the 2004-2010 production period.
  • The Benelli TnT 899 (S) (2008-2016) shares the 20000 km or 24-month interval with the later TnT 1130 Cafe Racer, placing both smaller-displacement and updated larger-displacement variants on the same service schedule.
  • The 24-month time-based interval applies regardless of mileage accumulation. Brake fluid absorbs moisture over time through a process called hygroscopic absorption, which lowers its boiling point and can compromise braking performance, making the calendar-based limit relevant even for low-mileage machines.
  • All six configurations listed specify normal use conditions. The change intervals of 20000 km and 25000 km represent the two distinct service thresholds present across the TnT range covered by these specifications.

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