Benelli Imperiale 400

Benelli Imperiale 400 Highlights

The Benelli Imperiale 400 has been launched in India at Rs 1.69 lakh (ex-showroom India). The bike maker has already started accepting bookings for the motorcycle for a token amount of Rs 4,000. Benelli offers a three-year unlimited km warranty as standard apart from complimentary service for the first two years. Post that, an annual maintenance contract can be availed after the first two years.

The Imperiale 400 is powered by a 374cc single-cylinder motor which belts out 21PS of power at 5500rpm and 29Nm of torque at 4500rpm. Transmission duty is handled by a 5-speed gearbox. The retro motorcycle sits on a steel double-cradle frame and tips the scale at 205kg, kerb. It comes equipped with a 41mm telescopic fork at the front and twin shock absorbers at the rear. Braking duties are handled by a 300mm front disc and a 240mm rear disc and dual-channel ABS is offered as a standard fitment. In terms of rivals, it goes up against the Royal Enfield Classic 350.