BENELLI IMPERIALE 400 (2020 - on) Review

Comfy enough riding position Brakes on mine... no complaints Can feel stiff on some bends but overall I like it

Some switchgear feel cheap, but by far the worst problem is corrosion. Within 500 miles not in the winter neither the swingarm had started to show flaking on the paint, whilst not a disaster it's not good on a new bike. I think if the paint was thicker this would not be as serious. At 1000 miles the galvanised plates on the chain adjustment system have serious rust issues, again its not been run in the winter apart from when it went back to the manufacturer end of 22 for cutting out issues. It had been tested in the wet after all the snow. It was covered in all sorts of shit and crap not even washed off. Basically the paint on the frame is woefully thin and some cheap electrical materials are used.

20 mile round trip to work 5/7 days less than £8.00 Cheap filters and I'm guessing brake pads too. Tyres won't be an issue either in the cost department

Runs out of steam quickly, but, it makes you smile. Exhaust note is absolutely spot on Easy to do an hour and a half before needing a break, that said I am 6'5"

Although I think the build quality is abismal on my little Imperiale, the damn thing always puts a smile on my face when I ride it! The clutch is heavy, the brakes aren't great and I wouldn't even attempt to ride the bike two up but on my own going down a nice back road or country lane the bikes great fun.

I've given the engine's performance a top rating due to it being fine if you take into account that it has only 21hp and don't expect to much of it. When you get the bike wound up its actually not to bad, it's a great little machine to through around.

I've covered 8000 miles on my Imperiale and almost every part of the bike has suffered with corrosion issues, wheel rims, front fork stanchions, rear socks, all the shiny 'chromed' parts l, the bikes frame, in fact you name it and It's corroded. Oh and a spring snapped on an internal part of the gear linkage!

Everything that comes on the Imperiale as standard works as it should.

just ok

run,s out of puff quickly , just take your time !

some nice touches . polishes up nicely. proper mudguards . ideal sunday afternoon bike

next years service will cost more

enough bike to be fun pottering about equipment ok

In general the bike is just a good all rounder, it brings a smile to your face, it just gives you such a relaxing feeling. I haven't taken a pillion yet, but I have ridden for over 2 hours without any problems.

Single cylinder, it does the job, it won't beat any land speed records, but the bike is designed for that, its designed for a nice and relaxing ride out into the countryside and forget all your troubles.

I have had no problems with corrosion yet,the only problem that I have encountered is faulty hazard light switch, which was down to poor quality of wiring, and bad soldering joints.

I live in europe so the service cost is about 89.00 exchange

The exhaust note is just perfect, you don't need to go and get an after market exhaust.I have brought some bar end mirrors because the original mirrors are useless, especially if you have broad shoulders.The tires are ok, not the best.

Some have complained about the harsh rear end. This can actually be adjusted. I find it fine as it is

Nice modular power delivery good economy

No issues in this area looks stunning when clean. And notbing has failed. Prepared to a very high standard by the dealer including copper grease to the bolts. Wish more would do the same

No idea on this as I will be doing it. The filters needed seem a reasonable price

Good level of equipment for the money. Including abs clock gear indicator and hazard flashing

All good, just the rear suspension the only minor niggle

Thuds along merrily, feels like plenty of torque

As mentioned the spokes appear to be oxidising quicker than I'd like

That cost is an estimate, as I'm doing the servicing myself

Has all it needs, even has the time on the dash, as well as 2 trip meters

Rear suspension very poor, oversprung and under damped although it improves a little with the weight of a pillion, brakes once beaded in are ok but with only 22hp and good engine braking the brakes dont get used as much.

Could do with more power to make A road progress a little less frightening.

So far nothing has failed and no warranty claims!

80 miles plus to the gallon so its frugal.

The speedometer may be illegal a reading at 5000 rpm is 70mph but the actual speed is 61 mph, naughty! Headlight beam is very good and the dash vista for such a competitively priced mmachine is nice. But the rear shocks in a word dreadful you'll feel every pot hole and bump on the B roads and unclassified country roads which is where the Benelli will generally be best suited.

I could easily ride for a couple of hours without a break which is enough on any bike. The brakes are very good and the bike handles really well in the hands of a novice like me

If you are expecting superbike standard you will be disappointed but for someone like me who wants a safe and enjoyable ride it is perfect

It is very nicely built and cleans and polishes up really well (I have a black one and it looks stunning). I ride it almost every day commuting to work and it has not had any issues

I service the vehicle myself so save on labour costs. As far as fuel goes it probably costs me about £10 per week compared to £30 per week using the car

My favourite features are the gear indicator and the analog speedo. Also the fact that the lights are on all the time you are riding

Becoming more compliant with the passing of time.

Smooth as silk for a single without a balance shaft!

No issues yet but very early days.

Single cylinder so not too much to service should keep costs down.

Gear indicator unexpected, adjustable brake lever unexpected, tyres okay, seat and suspension hard but becoming more compliant with use.