Benelli Imperiale 400 vs Royal Enfield Hunter 350

Last Updated: August 4, 2026

Royal Enfield Hunter 350 price starts at Rs. 1.38 Lakh, which is Rs. 97,360 cheaper than the base variant of Benelli Imperiale 400, priced at Rs. 2.35 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Imperiale 400 offers a claimed 36.65 kmpl, while the Hunter 350 delivers 36.2 kmpl. On the performance front, the Imperiale 400 uses a 374cc engine producing 21 PS @ 6000 rpm and the Hunter 350 a 349cc engine producing 20.21 PS @ 6100 rpm. If you're deciding between the Imperiale 400 and Hunter 350, the Imperiale 400 is the better pick for mileage and performance, while the Hunter 350 stands out for affordability and a lighter kerb weight.

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Imperiale 400 vs Hunter 350 Comparison Summary

Specification Benelli Imperiale 400Royal Enfield Hunter 350
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 2.35 LakhRs. 1.38 Lakh
Mileage 36.65 kmpl36.2 kmpl
Engine 374 cc349 cc
Max power 21 PS @ 6000 rpm20.21 PS @ 6100 rpm
Top speed 115 kmphNot Available
Kerb weight 205 Kg177 Kg

Imperiale 400 vs Hunter 350 Key Highlights

Basic Info Benelli Imperiale 400 RedRoyal Enfield Hunter 350 Base
Rating
46 reviews
855 reviews
Brand Name Benelli Royal Enfield
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 2.35 Lakh Rs. 1.38 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Single-cylinder, Air-cooled, 4-valves/cylinder, SOHC Single Cylinder, 4 Stroke, Air Oil Cooled
Max Power 21 PS @ 6000 rpm 20.21 PS @ 6100 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Royal Enfield Hunter 350 Colors
Braking Type Not Available Anti-lock Braking System
Wheel Size Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Spoke Spoke
ABS Dual Channel Single Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Analogue Analogue
EMI Not Available
Rs. 3,965 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Not Available Rs. 11,005 Hunter 350 Insurance
Brochure N/A
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Spark Plugs
Not Available
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
Not Available
2
Claimed Top Speed
Not Available
114 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
Not Available
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
Not Available
E20
Engine Type
Single-cylinder, Air-cooled, 4-valves/cylinder, SOHC
Single Cylinder, 4 Stroke, Air Oil Cooled
Engine Displacement
374 cc
349 cc
Gear Box
Not Available
5 Speed
Max Power
21 PS @ 6000 rpm
20.21 PS @ 6100 rpm
Max Torque
29 Nm @ 3500 rpm
27 Nm @ 4000 rpm
Emission Type
bs6-2.0
Not Available
Bore
72.7 mm
72 mm
Stroke
90 mm
85.8 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Valve Per Cylinder
4
Not Available
Fuel System
Not Available
Electronic Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
ECU – DELPHI MT05
Electronic Fuel Injection
Compression Ratio
8.5:1
9.5 : 1

Front Brake
Not Available
Disc
Rear Brake
Not Available
Drum
Front Caliper
Not Available
2 Piston
Rear Caliper
Not Available
1 Piston
Braking Type
Not Available
Anti-lock Braking System

Quarter Mile
18.70s @ 109.84kmph
Not Available
Braking (60-0 kmph)
20.41m
Not Available
Braking (80-0 kmph)
37.29m
Not Available
Mileage (City)
33.49 kmpl
Not Available
Mileage (Highway)
36.65 kmpl
Not Available
Mileage (Overall)
36.65 kmpl
36.2 kmpl
0-100 Kmph (sec)
Not Available
16.40s
Top Speed
115 kmph
Not Available
Braking 60-0 km/h
Not Available
18.13m
Braking 80-0 km/h
Not Available
32.08m
Braking 100-0 km/h
Not Available
52.68m
Estimated Mileage
Not Available
35-40 kmpl
Roll-ons 30-70 kmph (3rd Gear)
Not Available
6.47s
Roll-ons 40-80 kmph (4th Gear)
Not Available
8.87s
Highway(KPL)
36.65 kmpl
Not Available
Fuel Reserve
2 L
Not Available
Fuel Gauge
Not Available
Digital

Rear Suspension Preload Adjustment
Not Available
Yes
Rear Suspension Travel / Wheel Travel
Not Available
100 mm
Suspension-Front
Not Available
Telescopic, 41mm forks
Suspension-Rear
Not Available
Twin shock absorbers with 6-step adjustable preload

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
29 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
29 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
32 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
33 psi
Brake Fluid Grade
Not Available
DOT4
Tyre Size
Front :-100/90-19, Rear :- 130/80-18
Front :-100/80-17 Rear :-120/80-17
Wheel Size
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm
Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Tyre Make
Not Available
CEAT
Tyre Type
Tube
Tube
Radial Tyre
Not Available
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Spoke
Spoke

Seat height
780 mm
790 mm
Load carrying capacity
Not Available
179 kg
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
Not Available
2.6 L
Gross Weight
Not Available
360 kg
Engine Oil Capacity
Not Available
2.2 L
Engine Oil Grade
Not Available
SAE 15W 50 API SL grade JASO MA2 semi synthetic
Length*Width*Height
2170*820*1120 mm3
2055*810*1070 mm3
Wheelbase
1440 mm
1370 mm
Length
2170 mm
2055 mm
Ground Clearance
165 mm
160 mm
Height
1120 mm
1070 mm
Width
820 mm
810 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
12 Liters
13 L
Kerb Weight
205 Kg
177 Kg
Tail Light
Bulb
Bulb
Front Brake Size
300 mm
300 mm
Rear Brake Size
240 mm
153 mm

Battery Type
Not Available
Lead Acid
Roadside assistance
Not Available
Optional
USB charging port
Not Available
Type C
Headlight
Halogen
Halogen
Charging at Home
No
Not Available
Battery Capacity
Not Available
12V / 8AH
Charging at Charging Station
No
Not Available
Turn Signal Lamp
Bulb
Not Available

Frame Type
Not Available
Twin Downtube Spine Frame
Digital Display Type
Not Available
LCD
Malfunction Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Trip Meter
Not Available
Digital
Pillion Seat
Not Available
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Not Available
Yes
Riding Modes
Not Available
Yes
Kill Switch
Not Available
Yes
Low battery alert
Not Available
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
Not Available
3
Rear Footpegs
Not Available
Yes
Multi-function Lock
Not Available
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Not Available
Wet sump, forced lubrication, Paper element Air Cleaner
ABS Type
Not Available
Single Channel
Side Stand Warning
Not Available
Yes
Physical Key
Not Available
Yes
Exhaust Heat Shield
Not Available
Yes
Front Footpegs
Not Available
Forward-set
Body
Not Available
Metal
Instrument Cluster Control Switchcube
Not Available
Yes
ABS
Dual Channel
Single Channel
Body Type
Cruiser Bikes
Roadster Bikes
Instrument Console Type
Not Available
Analogue and Digital
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Analogue
Analogue
Tachometer
Analogue
Digital
Tripmeter
Analogue
Not Available
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Not Available
Yes
Clock
Not Available
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Passenger Footrest
Yes
Not Available
Cooling System
Air Cooled
Air & Oil Cooled
Odometer
Analogue
Digital
Service Due Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Saree Guard
Not Available
Yes
Shift Light
Not Available
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Not Available
Yes

1st Service
Not Available
500 Km / 2 Months
2nd Service
Not Available
5000 Km / 6 Months
3rd Service
Not Available
10000 Km / 12 Months
4th Service
Not Available
15000 Km / 18 Months
Air Filter Service Cost
No
Not Available
Spark Plug Service Cost
No
Not Available

Vehicle Warranty
Not Available
3 Years or 30,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
3
3
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
Not Available
30000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Benelli Imperiale 400
  • Refined engine with oodles of bottom-end torque, comfortable riding posture, big bike feel, gear position indicator and digital fuel gauge.
Royal Enfield Hunter 350
  • Ideal for individuals seeking a Royal Enfield motorcycle that is lightweight and nimble
  • Offering easy accessibility
Benelli Imperiale 400
  • An expensive proposition, wooden brakes that lack bite and feel, odd position of the footpegs tend to hit your shins while moving the bike around.
Royal Enfield Hunter 350
  • The relaxed nature of the engine doesn't complement with the motorcycle's contemporary chassis very well
  • Absence of features deprives the bike of any sense of modernity
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Recently Asked User Questions

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Q. Which is the best choice: Hunter 350 or Honda Hornet 2.0?
  • Both bikes are good in their own forte. The Royal Enfield Hunter 350 is aimed at attracting new and younger riders to the brand. And thanks to its styling, compact proportions, and friendly nature, it does that pretty well. Royal Enfield has nailed the pricing of this retro roadster, making it more affordable than some premium small-capacity motorcycles. Considering the pricing and the product, Royal Enfield clearly has a winner in its hands. On the other hand, Honda Hornet 2.0 is a very likable motorcycle with great handling dynamics and a frugal engine. The presence of bits such as the USD fork and LED lighting gives it that premium feel but the lack of engine excitement does put a damper on spirits. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test ride before making the final decision. Follow the link and select your city and brand accordingly for details.
Q. Which is better, Royal Enfield Hunter or TVS Ronin?
  • The Royal Enfield Hunter 350 is aimed at attracting new and younger riders to the brand. And thanks to its styling, compact proportions, and friendly nature, it does that pretty well. And to top it off, Royal Enfield has nailed the pricing of this retro roadster, making it more affordable than some premium small-capacity motorcycles. Considering the pricing and the product, Royal Enfield clearly has a winner in its hands. On the other hand, The Ronin is surely a brave new step for TVS. But despite the premium features and hardware, it does not entirely qualify as a jack-of-all-trades. It’s a well-rounded urban motorcycle dispatching city commutes with ease, but on the open road, it lacks oomph. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test ride before making the final decision. Follow the link and select your city and brand accordingly for dealership details.

Benelli Imperiale 400 Vs Royal Enfield Hunter 350 FAQs

Which bike is best between Benelli Imperiale 400 vs Royal Enfield Hunter 350?
As per the users experiences Benelli Imperiale 400 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance and features in your bike. But Royal Enfield Hunter 350 is better on the grounds of maintenance. On the basis of comfort user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper Benelli Imperiale 400 vs Royal Enfield Hunter 350?
The Royal Enfield Hunter 350 is cheaper than Benelli Imperiale 400 by ₹97,360.
Which bike offers better performance Benelli Imperiale 400 vs Royal Enfield Hunter 350?
For the Red version, 374 cc Petrol engine of Imperiale 400 produces 21 PS @ 6000 rpm of power and 29 Nm @ 3500 rpm of torque. Whereas for the Base version, 349 cc Petrol engine of Hunter 350 produces 20.21 PS @ 6100 rpm of power and 27 Nm @ 4000 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Benelli Imperiale 400 has better performance.

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