109 hp / 80.2 kW
Power
85 Nm
Torque
242 kg
Weight
948 ccm
Displacement
190 km/h
Top Speed
The Benda Dark Flag 950 is a power cruiser with an in-house 948cc V4 (around 109 hp, 85 Nm), belt drive, slipper clutch, Brembo brakes, inverted fork and a low 690 mm seat. Cruise control, switchable ABS and traction control and a 3.6-inch TFT are standard.
Model Details
| Lifecycle | new |
Model Info
| Vehicle Type | street |
| Target Audience | Cruiser riders who want a free-revving V4 instead of a V-twin; riders who prefer a low seat height |
Engine & Performance
| Engine Type | V4, liquid-cooled, 16 valves |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Displacement | 948 ccm |
| Bore x Stroke | 67 x 67.2 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 12.2:1 |
| Power | 109 hp |
| Power (kW) | 80.2 kW |
| Power at RPM | 9,000 rpm |
| Torque | 85 Nm |
| Torque at RPM | 8,000 rpm |
| Fuel System | Electronic fuel injection, ride-by-wire |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Emission Standard | Euro 5+ |
Drivetrain
| Transmission | 6-speed |
| Final Drive | Belt |
| Clutch | Wet multi-plate slipper clutch |
Performance
| Top Speed | 190 km/h |
| Power-to-Weight | 0.5 hp/kg |
| CO\u2082 Emissions | 133 g/km |
Chassis & Suspension
| Frame Type | Tubular steel frame, steel swingarm |
| Front Fork | USD telescopic fork |
| Rear Shock | Twin hydraulic shocks |
| Rear Suspension Adj. | Spring preload adjustable |
Brakes
| Front Disc Count | 2 |
| Front Disc Size | 320 mm |
| Front Caliper | Brembo 4-piston radial (32 mm pistons) |
| Front Brake Brand | Brembo |
| Rear Disc Size | 260 mm |
| Rear Caliper | Brembo 2-piston radial (34 mm pistons) |
| ABS | Yes |
| ABS Type | 2-channel ABS, switchable |
Dimensions & Weight
| Seat Height | 690 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1,590 mm |
| Wet Weight | 242 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 16 L |
| Length | 2,330 mm |
| Width | 910 mm |
| Height | 1,100 mm |
Tires & Wheels
| Front Tire | 130/90-16 |
| Rear Tire | 180/65-16 |
| Front Wheel | 16-inch |
| Rear Wheel | 16-inch |
| Spoke Wheels | No |
Electronics & Rider Aids
| Riding Modes | No |
| Traction Control | Yes |
| TC Deactivatable | Yes |
| Cruise Control | Yes |
Display & Connectivity
| Display | TFT |
| Display Size | 3.6 " |
| Connectivity | USB-A and USB-C ports |
Lighting
| Headlight | LED |
Acoustics
| Noise (Standstill) | 105 dB(A) |
Price & Availability
| Market Launch | End of November 2026 (first European markets) |
| Colors | Obsidian Black, Glimmering White, Burgundy Red, Mountain Silver, Prism Grey |
| A2 Compatible | No |
| Market Note | Manufacturer power figure 80 kW (108.77 PS) at 9,000 rpm. Launch in first European markets from end of November 2026; official presentation at EICMA Milan on 3 November 2026 (Hall 18, Stand A54). German price not yet published at time of entry. Equipment: cruise control, idle shutdown, 800-nit TFT. Colour availability varies by market. |
| Confirmed On | 2026-10-02 |
| Confirmation Source | Benda press release 2 Oct 2026 (EU5+ homologation), presentation at EICMA 3 Nov 2026 |
Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- Distinctive V4 with around 109 hp in the cruiser segment, very low seat (690 mm), Brembo radial brakes, belt drive, cruise control and traction control as standard
Weaknesses
- Young brand with a thin European dealer network, heavy (242 kg), small tank (16 l), small TFT, price still open
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