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Benelli Imperiale 400 vs JAWA 42 Bobber

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Benelli Imperiale 400 or JAWA 42 Bobber? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Imperiale 400 and 42 Bobber. Benelli Imperiale 400 Price starts at Rs.2.35 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Red and JAWA 42 Bobber Price starts at Rs.2.13 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Mystic Copper. Benelli Imperiale 400 is 1 cylinder, 374 cc Engine can generate 21 PS @ 6000 rpm power whereas JAWA 42 Bobber is a 1 cylinder, 334 cc Engine can generate 29.51 bhp power. In terms of mileage, Imperiale 400 provides a mileage of 33.49 kmpl (base model), and 42 Bobber has a mileage of 30 kmpl (base model). Benelli Imperiale 400 is available in 3 colours & 3 variants whereas JAWA 42 Bobber is available in 3 colours & 4 variants.

Imperiale 400 vs 42 Bobber

Key HighlightsBenelli Imperiale 400JAWA 42 Bobber
PriceRs.2.35 LakhRs.2.13 Lakh
Engine Capacity374 cc334 cc
Power21 PS @ 6000 rpm29.51 bhp
Mileage/Range33.49 kmpl30 kmpl
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Benelli Imperiale 400 Red bike
Red
2.35 Lakh
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Mystic Copper
2.13 Lakh
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Specifications Overview

Imperiale 400 specifications42 Bobber specifications
Variant Name
On Road Price
2.64 Lakh
2.39 Lakh
User Rating
3.7
4.0
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Fuel Tank Capacity
12 Litres
12.5 Litres
Engine Displacement
374 cc
334 cc
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Imperiale 400 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres42 Bobber Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
Rear Wheel Size
-
17
Wheel Type
-
Spoke
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
-
1
Front Wheel Size
-
18
Calliper Type
-
Floating Caliper
Braking System
-
Dual Channel ABS
Front Suspension
41mm Telescopic
Telescopic Hydraulic Fork
Rear Suspension
Pre-Load Adjust
Mono Shock Absorber, 7 Step Adjustable
Front Tyre Size
100/90 R19
100/90 - 18
Rear Tyre Size
130/80 R18
140/70 - 17
Front Type
Ventilated Disc
Disc
Rear Disc/Drum Size
240 mm
240 mm
Rear Type
Disc
Disc
Tubeless Tyres
-
No

Instrumentation

Imperiale 400 Instrumentation42 Bobber Instrumentation
Fuel level guage
checkYes
-
Tachometer
Analogue
-
Speedometer
Analogue
Digital
Odometer
Analogue
Digital

Body & Suspension

Imperiale 400 Body & Suspension42 Bobber Body & Suspension
Colors
Images
Frame Type
Double Cradle
Double cradle Tubular Frame

Engine & Transmission

Imperiale 400 Engine & Transmission42 Bobber Engine & Transmission
Engine Capacity
374 cc
334 cc
Engine Type
Single-cylinder& Air-cooled& 4-valves/cylinder& SOHC
-
No. of Cylinders
1
1
No. of valves per cylinder
2
-
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Top Speed
120 kmph
130 kmph
Max Torque
29 Nm @ 3500 rpm
32.74 Nm
Max Power
21 PS @ 6000 rpm
29.51 bhp
Fuelling
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Cooling type
Air Cooled
-
Configuration
Single Cylinder
-
Bore x Stroke
72.7 mm x 90 mm
81x65 mm
Mileage (Claimed)
33.49 kmpl
30 kmpl
Number of Gears
5 Speed
6 Speed

Comfort & Convenience

Imperiale 400 Comfort & Convenience42 Bobber Comfort & Convenience
Riding Modes
-
No
Low Battery Indicator
-
1
Under Seat Storage
-
No
Handle Type
Single bar
-
Engine Kill Switch
checkYes
-
Console Type
Analogue and Digital
Digital
Seat Style
Single Seat
Single
Start Type
Electric Start
Electric Start

Safety

Imperiale 400 Safety42 Bobber Safety
Hazard Warning Switch
-
1
Hazard Warning Indicator
-
1
ABS - Anti-lock braking system
checkYes
Dual Channel ABS

Dimensions & Capacity

Imperiale 400 Dimensions & Capacity42 Bobber Dimensions & Capacity
Length
2170 mm
2122 mm
Width
820 mm
-
Height
1120 mm
-
Wheelbase
1440 mm
1485 mm
Ground Clearance
165 mm
145 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
12 Litres
12.5 Litres
Engine Oil Capacity
2.4 Litres
1.25 Litres
Body Type
Cruiser
Cruiser
Unladden/Kerb Weight
205 kg
-
Seat Height
780 mm
740 mm

Pros & Cons

Imperiale 400 Pros & Cons42 Bobber Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Console looks classy
  • Low vibrations
  • Smooth Engine
  • The best looking bike in this price
  • Low seat height makes it easy for short riders
  • Good punch from the motor
Cons
  • Brakes feel wooden
  • Heat managemnt isn't good
  • Heavy & Bulky bike
  • Hight service cost
  • Not for those looking at a practical bike
  • Excessive heat from the engine in traffic
  • Slightly firm ride quality
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Detailed Comparison of Benelli Imperiale 400 and JAWA 42 Bobber

Transmission

Benelli Imperiale 400 comes with 5 Speed Manual transmission and 42 Bobber comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.

Dimensions

Benelli Imperiale 400 has a 12 Litres fuel tank with 1120 mm seat height. JAWA 42 Bobber has seat height and 12.5 Litres fuel tank capacity.

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  • JAWA 42 Bobber
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  • JAWA 42 Bobber
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  • JAWA 42 Bobber
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Benelli Imperiale 400 and JAWA 42 Bobber Owner Reviews

  • Imperiale 400 Review
  • 42 Bobber Review
    • A
      Anonymous
      6 Month ago
      Review for Benelli Imperiale 400
      3.4
      Good bike but not that reliable and it's very difficult to get spare parts, don't expect the service to be budget friendly.
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    • M
      Mugi
      6 Month ago
      Review for Benelli Imperiale 400
      3.4
      Nice retro bike from Benelli with good pricing. Enjoying the ride with trips organized from Benelli India. Nice customer friendly dealers from Coimbatore
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    • BS
      Barty Singhania
      2 Year ago
      Review for Benelli Imperiale 400
      4.2
      I ride this bike since last November 2020.Changed clutch plates twice.It’s heavy on maintenance and you will need to have patience to wait for spare parts.
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    • SJ
      Shadab Jalil Khan
      2 Year ago
      Review for Benelli Imperiale 400
      4.2
      It's attractive, has a nice pickup, and is vibration-free. Stylish and so well. If you want to stand out, go. Everyone will give you a second glance.
      Likes (1)
    • J
      Jagdish
      3 Year ago
      Review for Benelli Imperiale 400
      4.4
      Benelli's Imperiale 400 is an entry-level cruiser motorbike.
      Likes (1)
    • S
      Sam
      2 Month ago
      Review for JAWA 42 Bobber
      2.6
      really good performance and the looks are really sick but the average is really really low but its eye catching on the roads and people actually look at it as it has backfires too so yea worth buying for just showoff
      Likes (1)
    • MS
      Mudineni Suri
      3 Month ago
      Review for JAWA 42 Bobber
      4.2
      Super performance comfortable nice pickup super attraction nice legend bike all over super bike.
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    • KV
      Krishna Veer
      5 Month ago
      Review for JAWA 42 Bobber
      4.6
      Much better experience with this bike my experience about this bike is too good and the design if it looks so attractive
      Likes (1)
    • 8z
      80.shreyas zarole
      6 Month ago
      Review for JAWA 42 Bobber
      4.2
      Excellent bike is very comfortable , all over experience is good
      Likes (3)
    • Ss
      Shivraj singh
      8 Month ago
      Review for JAWA 42 Bobber
      3.4
      Attractive look. Features make driving experience awesome. Overall performance is good.
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    Benelli Imperiale 400 and JAWA 42 Bobber FAQs

    What is the on-road price of Benelli Imperiale 400?
    The on-road price of Benelli Imperiale 400 is Rs. 2.64 Lakh in New Delhi.
    What is the on-road price of JAWA 42 Bobber?
    The on-road price of JAWA 42 Bobber is Rs. 2.39 Lakh in New Delhi.