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Benelli Imperiale 400 vs Royal Enfield Hunter 350

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Benelli Imperiale 400 or Royal Enfield Hunter 350? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Imperiale 400 and Hunter 350. Benelli Imperiale 400 Price starts at Rs.2.35 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Red and Royal Enfield Hunter 350 Price starts at Rs.1.50 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Retro. Benelli Imperiale 400 is 1 cylinder, 374 cc Engine can generate 21 PS @ 6000 rpm power whereas Royal Enfield Hunter 350 is a 1 cylinder, 349 cc Engine can generate 20.2 bhp @ 6100 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Imperiale 400 provides a mileage of 33.49 kmpl (base model), and Hunter 350 has a mileage of 36.2 kmpl (base model). Benelli Imperiale 400 is available in 3 colours & 3 variants whereas Royal Enfield Hunter 350 is available in 8 colours & 3 variants.

Imperiale 400 vs Hunter 350

Key HighlightsBenelli Imperiale 400Royal Enfield Hunter 350
PriceRs.2.35 LakhRs.1.50 Lakh
Engine Capacity374 cc349 cc
Power21 PS @ 6000 rpm20.2 bhp @ 6100 rpm
Mileage/Range33.49 kmpl36.2 kmpl
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Benelli Imperiale 400 Red bike
Red
2.35 Lakh
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Retro
1.50 Lakh
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Specifications Overview

Imperiale 400 specificationsHunter 350 specifications
Variant Name
On Road Price
2.64 Lakh
1.68 Lakh
User Rating
3.7
4.2
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Fuel Tank Capacity
12 Litres
13 Litres
Engine Displacement
374 cc
349 cc
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Imperiale 400 Brakes, Suspension & TyresHunter 350 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
Rear Wheel Size
-
17
Wheel Type
-
Spoke
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
-
1
Front Wheel Size
-
17
Calliper Type
-
Dual Piston
Braking System
-
Single Channel ABS
Front Suspension
41mm Telescopic
Telescopic, 41mm forks, 130mm travel
Rear Suspension
Pre-Load Adjust
Twin tube emulsion shock absorbers with 6-step adjustable preload
Front Tyre Size
100/90 R19
100/80 - 17
Rear Tyre Size
130/80 R18
120/80 - 17
Front Type
Ventilated Disc
Disc
Rear Disc/Drum Size
240 mm
153 mm
Rear Type
Disc
Drum
Tubeless Tyres
-
No

Instrumentation

Imperiale 400 InstrumentationHunter 350 Instrumentation
Fuel level guage
checkYes
checkYes
Tachometer
Analogue
Digital
Speedometer
Analogue
Analogue
Odometer
Analogue
Digital

Body & Suspension

Imperiale 400 Body & SuspensionHunter 350 Body & Suspension
Colors
Images
Frame Type
Double Cradle
Double-downtube Frame

Engine & Transmission

Imperiale 400 Engine & TransmissionHunter 350 Engine & Transmission
Engine Capacity
374 cc
349 cc
Engine Type
Single-cylinder& Air-cooled& 4-valves/cylinder& SOHC
Single cylinder& 4 stroke& SOHC Engine
No. of Cylinders
1
1
No. of valves per cylinder
2
2
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Battery Capacity
-
0.096 kwh
Range
-
471 km/charge
Top Speed
120 kmph
114 kmph
Max Torque
29 Nm @ 3500 rpm
27 Nm @ 4000 rpm
Max Power
21 PS @ 6000 rpm
20.2 bhp @ 6100 rpm
Fuelling
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Cooling type
Air Cooled
Air-Oil Cooled
Configuration
Single Cylinder
-
Bore x Stroke
72.7 mm x 90 mm
75 x 85.8 mm
Mileage (Claimed)
33.49 kmpl
36.2 kmpl

Comfort & Convenience

Imperiale 400 Comfort & ConvenienceHunter 350 Comfort & Convenience
Riding Modes
-
No
Low Battery Indicator
-
1
Pillion Footrest
-
1
Under Seat Storage
-
No
Handle Type
Single bar
-
Engine Kill Switch
checkYes
-
Console Type
Analogue and Digital
Semi-Digital
Seat Style
Single Seat
Single
Start Type
Electric Start
Electric Start

Safety

Imperiale 400 SafetyHunter 350 Safety
Hazard Warning Switch
-
1
Hazard Warning Indicator
-
1
ABS - Anti-lock braking system
checkYes
Single Channel ABS
Slipper Clutch
-
Conventional wet clutch

Dimensions & Capacity

Imperiale 400 Dimensions & CapacityHunter 350 Dimensions & Capacity
Length
2170 mm
2055 mm
Width
820 mm
800 mm
Height
1120 mm
1055 mm
Wheelbase
1440 mm
1370 mm
Ground Clearance
165 mm
150 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
12 Litres
13 Litres
Engine Oil Capacity
2.4 Litres
2.2 Litres
Body Type
Cruiser
Cruiser
Unladden/Kerb Weight
205 kg
177 kg
Seat Height
780 mm
800 mm

Pros & Cons

Imperiale 400 Pros & ConsHunter 350 Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Console looks classy
  • Low vibrations
  • Smooth Engine
  • Design is new & fresh as per Royal Enfield standards
  • Pricing is aggressive
  • Engine has enough grunt for exciting city performance
  • Brakes offer good stopping power
  • Agile handling makes it easy to ride in the city
Cons
  • Brakes feel wooden
  • Heat managemnt isn't good
  • Heavy & Bulky bike
  • Hight service cost
  • Rear suspension is very stiff
  • Lacks outright punch on the highway
  • Looks small in size
  • Less features compared to the rivals
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Detailed Comparison of Benelli Imperiale 400 and Royal Enfield Hunter 350

Transmission

Benelli Imperiale 400 comes with 5 Speed Manual transmission and Hunter 350 comes with 5 Speed Manual transmission.

Dimensions

Benelli Imperiale 400 has a 12 Litres fuel tank with 1120 mm seat height. Royal Enfield Hunter 350 has 1055 mm seat height and 13 Litres fuel tank capacity.

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Benelli Imperiale 400 and Royal Enfield Hunter 350 Owner Reviews

  • Imperiale 400 Review
  • Hunter 350 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)
    • AS
      Aditya Seth
      25 Mar 2024
      Review for Royal Enfield Hunter 350
      5.0
      Royal Enfield is the legend of bikes. The Hunter 350 is a sporty bike with good features and enhancements. Overall, comfortable and the best for the price.
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    • S
      Sandeep
      2 Month ago
      Review for Royal Enfield Hunter 350
      4.6
      Take a ride then we’ll decide why it’s best bikes compared to other bikes Likes Luxury Bikes with in middle class families no body can be beat in price or luxury bike only one thing is differ that is mileage 36 mph which is ignored by many people so I will be
      Likes (9)
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      taimoor
      3 Month ago
      Review for Royal Enfield Hunter 350
      5.0
      I love this bike awesome features. I'll dream to purchase this bike love it. such a best ever bike this model is awesome and fully comfortable bike so this bike is so awesome. best of the best bike.
      Likes (7)
    • A
      Anonymous
      4 Month ago
      Review for Royal Enfield Hunter 350
      4.6
      The bike is a popular motorcycle known for its classic design, comfortable ride, and reliable performance. Users appreciate its retro styling, smooth engine, and agile handling. The bike’s upright riding position and well-padded seat contribute to a comfortable experience on long rides.
      Likes (7)
    • Ms
      Manoj soren
      4 Month ago
      Review for Royal Enfield Hunter 350
      4.4
      The bike's smooth suspension, well-padded seat, and comfortable seating position have all been hailed by riders as features that make long trips enjoyable.
      Likes (7)
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    Benelli Imperiale 400 and Royal Enfield Hunter 350 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 Royal Enfield Hunter 350?
    The on-road price of Royal Enfield Hunter 350 is Rs. 1.68 Lakh in New Delhi.