Benda Capra 700: Adventure debut with a V-twin

What does an ibex have to do with an adventure bike? At Benda, it provides the inspiration for the name and the design. Capra is the Latin genus to which the ibex belongs. Its sure-footedness and agility are meant to be reflected in the compact, muscular proportions of the Capra 700. With this model, announced for EICMA 2026, Benda is entering the adventure segment for the first time. Developed for Europe, the bike is positioned by the manufacturer as a road-oriented bike for daily riding and longer exploration tours. For now, though, it is only a concept bike.

For the powertrain, Benda relies on a liquid-cooled four-stroke V-twin with a 65-degree cylinder angle. The spec sheet lists a displacement of 691.66 cc, while the press release gives a rounded 691.6 cc. From an 80 mm bore and 68.8 mm stroke, the manufacturer claims 54 kW, or 73.4 hp, at 9,000 rpm and 68 Nm at 6,500 rpm. The compression ratio is 11.5:1. Ride-by-wire and a wet multi-plate anti-hopping clutch complement the engine. Benda promises controlled power delivery and readily usable torque across a range of riding conditions. Shifting is handled by a six-speed gearbox, and a chain sends the power to the rear wheel.

According to Benda, packaging the V-twin in a compact adventure chassis was a key focus of development. To that end, the European design team worked with the engineers in Hangzhou to harmonise engine dimensions, proportions and ergonomics. The foundation is a steel trellis frame and an aluminium swingarm. A look at the suspension reveals a decidedly off-road-oriented approach: the upside-down fork offers 230 mm of travel, with 220 mm available at the rear wheel. Compression and rebound are adjustable in multiple steps front and rear. The rear monoshock works via a linkage and features a piggyback reservoir. Its 89 mm of shock stroke should not be confused with the wheel travel at the rear.

Benda also goes for the adventure format when it comes to wheels: a 21-inch wheel with a 90/90-21 tyre up front and an 18-inch wheel with a 150/70-18 at the rear. Braking is handled by a single disc at each end. Up front, a radial four-piston caliper bites, while a single-piston caliper does the job at the rear. Two-channel ABS is included. The seat height is 850 mm, and Benda quotes a kerb weight of 220 kg. The documentation does not specify the exact condition this weight figure refers to. The tank holds 18 litres. With a 1,599 mm wheelbase, the Capra 700 measures 2,306 mm in length, 1,050 mm in width and 1,397 mm in height.

A luggage rack doesn't always have to sit right at the back. Benda mounts one above the tank and gives it cut-outs for securing gear. Added to this are crash bars integrated into the design. Flowing bodywork lines meet openly exposed technology, while the high-mounted, integrated twin exhaust system defines the rear end. Up front, the Capra 700 features a striking daytime running light signature and integrated fog lights. A vertically arranged TFT display, traction control and a USB-A charging port round off the features. The functionality emphasised by the manufacturer thus also shows in concrete details.

With the Capra 700, Benda aims to expand its portfolio and reach new riders. Transportation designer George Schelfaut of Benda Motor Europe describes the entry into the adventure segment as an important step for the brand's European ambitions. Benda Motor Europe GmbH in Salzburg supports sales, customer service, marketing and product development in Europe. The wider portfolio includes motorcycles, ATVs and side-by-side vehicles, and the brand points to its own technology and powertrain development as well as research and development in Europe and worldwide. The available press materials do not yet state a price or a specific sales launch for the Capra 700.

How much power does the Benda Capra 700 have? According to Benda, the liquid-cooled V-twin produces 54 kW, or 73.4 hp, at 9,000 rpm. Maximum torque is 68 Nm at 6,500 rpm.

What wheels and suspension travel does the Capra 700 offer? Up front, Benda combines a 21-inch wheel with 230 mm of travel; at the rear, an 18-inch wheel with 220 mm of travel. Compression and rebound are adjustable on both suspension units.

How tall and how heavy is the Benda Capra 700? The seat height is 850 mm. Benda quotes a kerb weight of 220 kg without specifying the condition it refers to. The tank holds 18 litres.

How much does the Benda Capra 700 cost and when is it coming? A price and a specific market launch are not given in the materials provided. Benda has announced that further details will follow.