The new Benelli 2024 Imperiale 400 Classic Motorcycle is based on Benelli MotoBi Imperiales of the 1950s, featuring an all-new air-cooled, four-stroke single-cylinder engine fully supported by a steel-tube and plate double cradle frame. The new Benelli 2024 Imperiale 400 Classic Motorcycle is the essence of the open road.
Benelli 2024 Imperiale 400 Classic Motorcycle – Features
Engine Features
The new Benelli 2024 Imperiale 400 Classic Motorcycle boasts a 373.5ccm single-cylinder and four-stroke engine, delivering a maximum torque of 29.0 Nm and a power of 20.8 HP for an exhilarating riding experience. The all-new Single Overhead Cams (SOHC) ensures outstanding performance, while the 5-speed gearbox offers a seamless gear shifting experience better than Benelli 2023 Imperiale 400.
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Chassis Features
The new Benelli 2024 Imperiale 400 Classic Motorcycle is built for stability and comfort, featuring a double cradle frame that ensures perfect stability throughout the ride. The suspension system, with a 41mm telescopic fork in the front and double shocks and coil spring oil damped in the rear, offers a smooth and comfortable ride. With single-disc brakes on both wheels, the braking system provides reliable stopping power.
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Benelli 2024 Imperiale 400 Classic Motorcycle – Technical Specifications
Engine and transmission
| Displacement | 373.5 ccm (22.79 cubic inches) |
| Engine type | Single cylinder, four-stroke |
| Power | 20.8 HP (15.2 kW)) @ 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 29.0 Nm (3.0 kg-m or 21.4 ft. lbs) @ 3500 RPM |
| Compression | 8.5:1 |
| Bore x stroke | 72.7mm x 90.0mm (2.9 inches x 3.5 inches) |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Fuel control | Single Overhead Cams (SOHC) |
| Ignition | TLI |
| Lubrication system | Pressure splash |
| Cooling system | Air |
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
| Transmission type | Chain (final drive) |
| Clutch | Wet multi-plate |
| Fuel consumption | 3.20 liters/100 km (31.3 km/l or 73.51 mpg) |
| Greenhouse gases | 74.2 CO2 g/km. (CO2 – Carbon dioxide emission) |
| Emission details | Catalytic converter and oxygen sensors. |
| Exhaust system | Peashooter-style exhaust pipe |
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
| Frame type | Double Cradle |
| Front suspension | Telescopic forks, Ø 41mm |
| Front-wheel travel | 121 mm (4.8 inches) |
| Rear suspension | Double shocks, coil spring oil damped |
| Rear wheel travel | 56 mm (2.2 inches) |
| Front tire | 100/90-19 |
| Rear tire | 130/80-18 |
| Front brakes | Single disc. ABS |
| Diameter | 300 mm (11.8 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. ABS |
| Diameter | 240 mm (9.4 inches) |
| Wheels | Spoked rims |
| Seat | Two seats |
Physical measures and capacities
| Dry weight | 197.0 kg (434.3 pounds) |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.1055 HP/kg |
| Seat height | 780 mm (30.7 inches). If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Overall height | 1120 mm (44.1 inches) |
| Overall length | 2170 mm (85.4 inches) |
| Overall width | 820 mm (32.3 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 165 mm (6.5 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 1440 mm (56.7 inches) |
| Fuel capacity | 12.00 litres (3.17 US gallons) |
| Reserve fuel capacity | 2.00 litres (0.53 US gallons) |
Other specifications
| Color options: | Black, silver, dark red |
| Starter | Electric |
| Instruments | Analogue/Digital |
Conclusion
The new Benelli 2024 Imperiale 400 Classic Motorcycle features an all-new air-cooled, four-stroke single-cylinder engine fully supported by a steel tube and plate double cradle frame. The new suspension system offers outstanding damping force, and the braking system features single-disc brakes on both wheels, giving extraordinary stopping force.
