Benelli India has announced the launch of the new
Imperiale 400 in the Indian market at an ex-showroom (India) price tag of INR
1.69 lakh. The newly launched motorcycle will directly rival the Royal Enfield
Classic 350 and the Jawa motorcycles. The bookings for the motorcycle
are open, and potential buyers can reserve a unit of the Imperiale 400 for a
token amount of INR 4,000 via the company’s website or by visiting a Benelli
India Dealership. The Benelli Imperiale 400 is available in three colour
options - Red, Silver and Black.
Benelli India is offering a 'three-Year/Unlimited
Kilometre Warranty as Standard' on the Imperiale 400. Apart from this warranty,
the Imperiale 400 also benefits from complimentary service for the first
two-years. Benelli India has introduced an Annual Maintenance Contract for the
Imperiale 400 to offer hassle-free customer experience. The Annual Maintenance
Contract can be availed after the completion of the first two-years.
In terms of performance, the Imperiale 400 features
a BS-IV compliant 373.5 cc, single-cylinder, four-stroke, air-cooled, SOHC
engine with electronic fuel injection that pumps out a maximum power of 21 PS
at 5,500 rpm and a peak torque of 29 Nm at 4,500 rpm. The engine is linked to a
five-speed gearbox. The BS-VI compliant model should arrive in early 2019.
The Imperiale 400 is built around a double-cradle
frame. The motorcycle uses 41 mm telescopic front forks and preload-adjustable
dual rear suspension to perform the shock absorption tasks. Retro styling cues
include round front headlight and teardrop fuel tank.
Anchoring department comprises a 300 mm disc at the
front with a two-piston floating calliper and a 240 mm disc with single-piston
calliper at the back. The braking setup is governed by a dual-channel ABS. The
19-inch front /18-inch rear wire-spoke wheels are wrapped in 110/90 and 130/80
section tubed tyres respectively.
