Selecting the right bike would depend on certain factors such as your budget, preference of the segment, performance figures, features required, etc. The 2021 Classic 350 is an all-new bike! Everything from the motor and frame to the underpinnings and ergonomics has been reworked. Coming to the bike’s hardware, the new Classic uses a new fatter 41mm telescopic fork up front and a twin shock setup at the rear. Even the brakes have been updated to Bybre units at both ends which clamp on to a 300mm front and a 270mm rear disc brake. Moving onto the ergonomics, the Classic 350 features a new rider and pillion seat with thicker cushioning which improves ride comfort. The handlebar sits taller, offering an upright riding posture. Coming to the styling, the bike looks pretty similar to the outgoing model, however, it's been cleverly redesigned. On the other hand, the Benelli Imperiale 400 is a wholesome package that offers a vibe-free motor full of character. Its comfortable riding posture and well-balanced suspension setup add to its riding experience. Having said that, the recent price hike due to the BS6 update has made the Imperiale 400 a rather expensive proposition. Whereas, the Jawa uses a short-stroke, performance-oriented engine with a 6-speed transmission. Sure it’s fast, but it lacks the retro laidback charm of an under the square engine, something we think is crucial for a buyer in this segment. The 293cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine generates 26.51PS of power and 27.05Nm of torque on the Jawa. Moreover, we would suggest you take a test ride before making the final decision. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership details.
For that, we'd suggest you please visit the nearest authorized service center as they would be able to assist you better. Follow the link and select your city accordingly for service centers.
For this, we would suggest you to visit the nearest dealership and take a test ride so that you can check the bike thoroughly which makes it easy for your to compare with the other options. You can click on the following link to see the details of the nearest dealership and selecting your city accordingly - Bike Showrooms.
In the neo-retro tourer segment, the aforementioned options offer a lot to its customers and selecting one would depend on your budget, ride quality, availability of services, seating comfort, performance, etc. In our opinion, the Benelli Imperiale 400 is a wholesome package that offers a vibe-free motor full of character. Its comfortable riding posture and well-balanced suspension setup add to its riding experience. Having said that, the recent price hike due to the BS6 update has made the Imperiale 400 a rather expensive proposition. On the other hand, the Royal Enfield Meteor 350 offers healthy fuel efficiency, 10,000km oil-change intervals and 5000km/6 month service inspections which make it more endearing. The lack of oil leaks, or missing parts over our 800km stint makes the package more joyous. However, the Meteor doesn’t make a bigger and bolder promise of its own by way of plush ride quality, a greater sense of richness or, crucially, better cruising ability. Lastly, the Honda Hness CB350 has the old-school charm with modern sensibilities, a prominent thumper exhaust note and is the most affordable bike in India to get traction control. The powerplant displaces 348cc, is air-cooled, fuel-injected and has a counterbalancer to minimise harsh vibrations that one usually associates with such a motor. With peak torque rated at 30Nm, the CB350 is the torquiest motorcycle in the class. For a better understanding of compatibility and riding comfort, we would suggest you to take a test ride. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership..Read More: - 2020 Royal Enfield Meteor 350: Road Test Review - Everything You Need To Know About The Honda H'Ness CB350 - Benelli Imperiale 400 BS6: Road Test Review
I think CB 350 vs Meteor is a good decision, Himalayan has got tube tyres and if it's substituted by tubeless it's a good one. I've Honda 350 brought yesterday.
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We'd suggest you to please connect with the nearest authorized service center and they would be able to assist you with the details. Click on the given link and select your desired city for service centers.
You may opt for alloy wheels for your Benelli Imperiale 400, however, we'd suggest you to stick with the stock spoke wheels as they best serve the purpose of touring. For more details on the same, we'd suggest you to get in touch with the nearest authorized service center as they would assist you with details. You may click on the link and select your desired city for service centers.
I don’t think there is anyone in India who provides alloy wheels for Imperiale. Also, needless to say Benelli will never provide it. So I don’t think we have option here to choose and we have to stick to spoke wheels only.
If I retain the spoke wheels do we have any other ways to face the challenges coming with using a spoke wheel for touring
Both these bikes offer a comfortable seating position and a saddle on which you can spend longer hours while commuting. Benelli Imperiale 400 is a wholesome package that offers a vibe-free motor full of character. Its comfortable riding posture and well-balanced suspension setup add to its riding experience. Having said that, the recent price hike due to the BS6 update has made the Imperiale 400 a rather expensive proposition. On the other hand, the Royal Enfield Himalayan would be a great option if occasional off-roading is your thing. However, despite the arrival of new rivals, it continues to outshine them as an all-rounder. Himalayan features spot on ergonomics for touring or standing and riding, better ground clearance, bits like switchable ABS and brilliant off-roading credentials. As of the mileage, the brand has not revealed the exact details for any of the aforementioned bikes. For a better understanding of compatibility and riding comfort, we would suggest you to take a test ride. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership. Read More: - Royal Enfield Himalayan BS6: Road Test Review- Benelli Imperiale 400 Road Test
I love Benelli ..I ride Single day 900 km but no body Pain ..and discomfortness..even compared with i10 ...but rear seat is not comfort for long drive
Benneli is a Chinese brand don't buy 400 cc with under power 20 bhp missing 6 th gear and Air cooled useless
No, there is no option for tubeless tyres or alloy wheels for Imperial 400 from the brand side. The Classic 350 has tremendous emotional appeal and is still in some ways a very desirable motorcycle. But the fact of the matter is that it is now a decade old, and its capabilities feel severely limited in this company. Taking all these things into consideration, there is one clear winner here, and that is the Imperiale. It might not be the most special looking motorcycle here or the best performing, but it tugs at your heartstrings every time you ride it, you’re always planning your next ride before the current one is even finished. It is the bike you most want to be on, and for that simple reason, it is our pick of this segment. You may compare both the bikes accordingly. Do take a test ride for better clarity. Check out authorised dealership details.
Cannot compare imperialle 400 with classic 350..... Imperialle is a class part.
Benelli Imperiale 400 employs a BS6-compliant 374cc air-cooled single-cylinder engine that churns out same power output as before -- 21PS and 29Nm. Over long stretch, the engine does not get heated often, however, it will be a issue in slow-moving traffic. The heat from the engine and exhaust system is an issue, especially near your right ankle, which, not entirely coincidentally, is where the additional catalytic converter is located on the BS6 bike. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test ride for a better understanding of comfort and performance. You may click on the link and select your desired city for dealership details.Read More: - Benelli Imperiale 400 BS6: Road Test Review
Yes bikes heats a lot in city traffic. or in 1st to 3rd gear sudden changes. But thats not problem actully, its because of 374cc and air cooling. once you hit the highways, bike just glides smoothly at 100-110kmph. and not heats as much.130 to 150 km is the distance which bike can go at continues 100kmph.
First 7 services are free where you have to pay oil and some parts only. which coasts around 1400-1500 (servicing time is 6k km or withing 6 months)after 7 services , labour charges will apply 2000 and then oil and other charges which goes around 3.5k
For 2 years each service cost will be around 3k that also in 6 months or 6000Km intervals....
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
