Benelli Imperiale 400 vs Royal Enfield Thunderbird 350

Benelli Imperiale 400 Price starts at Rs. 2.35 Lakh which is Rs. 78,342 costlier than base model of Royal Enfield Thunderbird 350 priced at Rs. 1.56 Lakh. The claimed mileage of Benelli Imperiale 400 is 36.65 kmpl whereas the mileage of Royal Enfield Thunderbird 350 is 40 kmpl. In technical specifications, Benelli Imperiale 400 is powered by 374 cc engine , while Royal Enfield Thunderbird 350 is powered by 346 cc cc engine. Benelli Imperiale 400 is available in 3 different colours while Royal Enfield Thunderbird 350 comes with 3 colours. The Comparison Benelli Imperiale 400 vs Royal Enfield Thunderbird 350 can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

Imperiale 400 vs Thunderbird 350

Key Highlights Imperiale 400 RedThunderbird 350 ABS
Engine Type Single-cylinder, Air-cooled, 4-valves/cylinder, SOHC Single Cylinder, 4 stroke, Twinspark, Air cooled
Max Power 21 PS @ 6000 rpm 20.07 PS @ 5250 rpm
Mileage (ARAI) ... 40 kmpl

Imperiale 400 vs Thunderbird 350 Key Highlights

Basic Info Imperiale 400 RedThunderbird 350 ABS
Rating
70 reviews
402 reviews
Brand Name Benelli Royal Enfield
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 2.35 Lakh View On Road Price Rs. To Be Announced
Engine Type Single-cylinder, Air-cooled, 4-valves/cylinder, SOHC Single Cylinder, 4 stroke, Twinspark, Air cooled
Max Power 21 PS @ 6000 rpm 20.07 PS @ 5250 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Imperiale 400 Colors
Brakes Front Disc Disc
Brakes Rear Disc Disc
Mileage (ARAI) ... 40 kmpl
Wheel Size Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Spoke Spoke
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Kick and Self Start
Speedometer Analogue Digital
EMI
Rs. 6,434 @ 6% (36 months)
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Insurance Rs. 21,526 Imperiale 400 Insurance ...
Brochure N/A N/A

Engine Type
Single-cylinder, Air-cooled, 4-valves/cylinder, SOHC
Single Cylinder, 4 stroke, Twinspark, Air cooled
Engine Displacement
374 cc
346 cc
Max Power
21 PS @ 6000 rpm
20.07 PS @ 5250 rpm
Max Torque
29 Nm @ 3500 rpm
28 Nm @ 4000 rpm
Emission Type
bs6-2.0
bs4
Bore
72.7 mm
70 mm
Stroke
90 mm
90 mm
No Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Valve Per Cylinder
4
2
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
ECU – DELPHI MT05
Transistorized Coil Ignition
Compression Ratio
8.5:1
8.5:1

Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Disc
Disc

Quarter Mile
18.70s @ 109.84kmph
...
Braking (60-0 kmph)
20.41m
...
Braking (80-0 kmph)
37.29m
...
Mileage (City)
33.49 kmpl
...
Mileage (Highway)
36.65 kmpl
...
Mileage (ARAI)
...
40 kmpl
Top Speed
115 kmph
...

Suspension-Front
...
Telescopic Forks
Chassis
...
Single Downtube, Using Engine As Stressed Member
Suspension-Rear
...
Twin gas charged shock absorbers with 5-step adjustable preload

Tyre Size
Front :-100/90-19, Rear :- 130/80-18
Front :-90/90-19 Rear :-120/80-18
Wheel Size
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm
Tyre Type
Tube
Tube
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Spoke
Spoke
Optimum Tyre pressure (Rider)
...
20 psi

Seat height
780 mm
...
Length*Width*Height
2170*820*1120 mm3
2060*790*1205
Wheelbase
1440 mm
1350 mm
Length
2170 mm
2060 mm
Ground Clearance
165 mm
135 mm
Height
1120 mm
1205 mm
Width
820 mm
790 mm
Fuel Capacity
12 Liters
20 L
Kerb Weight
205 Kg
...
Tail Light
Bulb
LED
Front Brake Diameter
300 mm
280 mm
Rear Brake Diameter
240 mm
240 mm

Charging at Home
...
Charging at Charging Station
...
LED tail lights
...
Turn Signal Lamp
Bulb
Bulb

ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Cruiser Bikes
Cruiser Bikes, Tourer Bikes
Starting
Self Start Only
Kick and Self Start
Seat Type
Split
Split
Pass Switch
Speedometer
Analogue
Digital
Tachometer
Analogue
Analogue
Trip Meter
Analogue
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
...
Stepup Seat
...
Low Oil Indicator
...
Passenger Footrest
Projector Headlights
...
Passenger Backrest
...
Cooling System
Air Cooled
Air Cooled
Console
...
Analogue and Digital
Odometer
Analogue
Analogue

Standard Warranty (Years)
3
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
...
10000

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 Thunderbird 350

  • Features
  • Laidback riding stance
  • Handling
  • Silent exhaust note

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 Thunderbird 350

  • Weight makes the engine feel lethargic
  • No ABS
  • Suspension on the firmer side
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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. I want to ask which is the best bike for daily 60km ride daily? Confused between a Thunderbird and Avenger 220. The issue is I found a lot of vibrations in Tthunderbird any other suggestion is welcome.
  • I own a Avenger 220 Cruise. Must tell you the ride is really comfortable and no vibrations or difficulty in traffic. Can easily maneuver in traffic. Two things I don\'t like is the long wheelbase makes turn radius more, which becomes difficult while taking you turns or changing to the opposite lane. Second is pick up is average for a 220 cc engine. Rest: Low Maintainence Cost, Spare parts availability, Bajaj Service Center Availability , Pretty Good Mileage of around 25-30 Kmpl and The Best Is You can go on Long Drive in comfort, No Back Pain, Less Vibration, Less Fuel Stops and the best Cruising at 80kmpl comfortable and enjoy the Ride. Now my friend also has a Thunderbird. Same as known problems, Vibrations, Mileage Problem, High Service Charge, comparatively less service center availability and the biggest concern is the spare parts cost. Average Pick Up. Which means you\'ll struggle overtaking. Thunderbird although gives you a very much comfortable ride except for the vibrations. For daily commute, I wouldn\'t Suggest a Thunderbird. For a daily commute of 60km, you can go for Avenger 220 Street or Cruise. Other options would be NS 200 or Yamaha FZ or New Gixxer is also good I guess.
  • I own a Avenger 220 Cruise. Must tell you the ride is really comfortable and no vibrations or difficulty in traffic. Can easily maneuver in traffic. Two things I don't like is the long wheelbase makes turn radius more, which becomes difficult while taking you turns or changing to the opposite lane. Second is pick up is average for a 220 cc engine. Rest: Low Maintainence Cost, Spare parts availability, Bajaj Service Center Availability , Pretty Good Mileage of around 25-30 Kmpl and The Best Is You can go on Long Drive in comfort, No Back Pain, Less Vibration, Less Fuel Stops and the best Cruising at 80kmpl comfortable and enjoy the Ride. Now my friend also has a Thunderbird. Same as known problems, Vibrations, Mileage Problem, High Service Charge, comparatively less service center availability and the biggest concern is the spare parts cost. Average Pick Up. Which means you'll struggle overtaking. Thunderbird although gives you a very much comfortable ride except for the vibrations. For daily commute, I wouldn't Suggest a Thunderbird. For a daily commute of 60km, you can go for Avenger 220 Street or Cruise. Other options would be NS 200 or Yamaha FZ or New Gixxer is also good I guess.
  • I own a Avenger 220 Cruise. Must tell you the ride is really comfortable and no vibrations or difficulty in traffic. Can easily maneuver in traffic. Two things I don't like is the long wheelbase makes turn radius more, which becomes difficult while taking you turns or changing to the opposite lane. Second is pick up is average for a 220 cc engine. Rest: Low Maintainence Cost, Spare parts availability, Bajaj Service Center Availability , Pretty Good Mileage of around 25-30 Kmpl and The Best Is You can go on Long Drive in comfort, No Back Pain, Less Vibration, Less Fuel Stops and the best Cruising at 80kmpl comfortable and enjoy the Ride. Now my friend also has a Thunderbird. Same as known problems, Vibrations, Mileage Problem, High Service Charge, comparatively less service center availability and the biggest concern is the spare parts cost. Average Pick Up. Which means you'll struggle overtaking. Thunderbird although gives you a very much comfortable ride except for the vibrations. For daily commute, I wouldn't Suggest a Thunderbird. For a daily commute of 60km, you can go for Avenger 220 Street or Cruise. Other options would be NS 200 or Yamaha FZ or New Gixxer is also good I guess.
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Q. Which bike is the best for long rides?
  • As per my opinion , RE bikes are good in order of their quality and riding comfort. I recent drove my RE TB 350 for 300 KM long drive to Trichy and back to Bangalore . After riding around 150 KMs , my left shoulder started hurting me and due to this , I couldn’t turn my head to right , if turn so , my shoulder hurts more than normal .So I have decided from then . Not to go long ride which is more than 150KMs. It remain hurts for few days after the ride finished . It’s my opinion . It may be due to my height . I am 6 ft tall .
  • All cruiser type bikes are good for long rides. its rifing position is comfortable, is one of the main reason. if you're comfortable with all kind of riding position, you can choose a bike according to your taste & need , ofcourse the budget ..
  • Check for tubeless tyre Vehicle first,R.E bikes exhibit a heat a lot, since they don't have any oil cooling techniques.actually if you are a rider means go for. Himalayan or else you can consider Bajaj Dominar
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Q. What is the service cost of Benelli Imperiale 400, really awaiting for details. Which will be affordable RE or Benelli Imperiale 400?
  • Beneli maintance is on 1000 km where first 3 services is labour charge is free which will cost you a inr of ₹600 and first service cost upto 3000 and second at 6000km which will be a₹3000 itself as same as jawa maintance cost
  • At which km you done the 1st free service?In the above comment of Mr. Febin, he said that he paid only inr600 for first 3 free service?
  • I made done my first service that have added paid service charge of Rs1982
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Imperiale 400 Vs Thunderbird 350 Comparison FAQs

Which bike offers better performance Imperiale 400 vs Thunderbird 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 ABS version, 346 cc Petrol engine of Thunderbird 350 produces 20.07 PS @ 5250 rpm of power and 28 Nm @ 4000 rpm of torque

User Reviews of Comparison

  • Benelli Imperiale 400
  • Royal Enfield Thunderbird 350
  • I have been driving imp 400 for last 9 months.Drove around 10000 km where i did not drive during the 3 month lockdown.So on an average i drive around 1500-2000 km per month.Its a excellent vehicle to drive.No match.

    Pankaj Sharma few weeks ago
  • Im using it for last 5 months.Very good experience, Previously i was using thunderbird 350x, It was the worst bike i ever comw across.

    Pramod Gosh few weeks ago
  • Benelli bike is all over good for touringBike my personal experience for BenelliBike comfort and ride is smooth bike is all over good

    Shifa Dhiman few weeks ago
  • Super power full bike and nice look.Good position of rider and pillion.Superb braking system.In cities and katcha road.

    Pattan Yasdani few weeks ago
  • ITS CHINESE COMPANY - CHINESE MURDERERS - GO FOR AN INDIAN COMPANY OR ANY OTHER , NOT CHINESE - JAIHIND

    Sanal Kumar few weeks ago
Imperiale 400 User Reviews
  • FloksI had been riding this bike since I purchased and it"s good for longer trip especially to the hills, I always enjoy going on this for longer trips and main advantage of this bike is its sitting posture which will reduce your back pain comparing other bikes.It"s extra large fuel tank will give you 650 to 700 kms continuous ride without refueling. Its weight of 190 kgs will give you firm grip even if you will exceed above 100 speed only thing is you have to modify your handle bar a little bit to reduce the vibration but I am ok with it I want to feel like I am riding on a wild bull and make sure your bike is maintained well every 3 months interval. Always know this every bike has pros & cons ,my suggestions to TB 350 Lovers please don"t get carried away by few negative feeds.It"s totally upon you how you will deal with this machine and see how it will respond.Every bike is made for their own purposes and TB-350 is Cruising Bike and definitely it"s not made for sporting.

    Subash Rai few weeks ago
  • Its very cool .amazing performance. Long drive is relaxing without any pain.Its very cool .amazing performance. Long drive is relaxing without any painIts very cool .amazing performance. Long drive is relaxing without any painIts very cool .amazing performance. Long drive is relaxing without any pain

    Amar Nath few weeks ago
  • Excellent bike with premium quality, Single hand use, Selling it because moving to another country, Regular service and only shell petroleum is used in its 4 years of usage, Regularly covered to reduce the amount of dust and scratches with a uv protection cover.

    Yash Pandya few weeks ago
  • Very nice bike value for money.But service is very poor i have zero dp insurance but that don't have parts service point of view in madhubani (bihar) location is horriblethey don't have good quality technical team.

    Rajiv Jha few weeks ago
  • So far so good, I have ridden 30k+ km, changed wiring, chain sprocket and rear tyre that"s all, no grave complaint so far, my point of view it is a complete highway cruiser. I even did some off roading too.

    Ayan Chakraborty few weeks ago
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