Benelli Imperiale 400 : Retro is the new black : PowerDrift 

Hey #PDArmy what do you think about the Imperiale 400? Is it better than its rivals, or would you pick something else? Tell below, and then hit that Like button.

It's all fun and games till someone says nice bullet bro

Varun' brain: **Don't say it** **Don't say it** **Don't say it** Varun: " I am Varun Painter, and I'll see you later"

finally a competition for RE. the after sale service would be a deciding factor.

"My name is Varun Painter, and I'll see you later" Best rhyme ever PD, make a compilation of this!

Been riding the Imperiale 400 for over 2 weeks now. Having taken test rides of the classic 350 and the thunderbird 350x, plus a lot of research. I would recommend the Imperiale 400---Build quality, Ride quality, sound plus it looks great! (let's just hope Benelli comes up with a decent service network) if they do then I'm sure this machine will give the RE a run for its nuts and bolts!

Private Ryan:It is the D Day for Enfield! Captain Miller: 2020 Classic incoming!

Imperialle! It will be finally a motorcycle that has the most comfortable natural riding position for seeing this beautiful country ! And not chattering in your teeth because of vibrations . Royal Enfield still doesn't know what's hit them.

5:34 check subtitles... "im Laura painter lol🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

I love my 42 but i am kinda jealous of Benelli’s console. 😅

RE better reduce the vibrations and make ton of changes in their upcoming 2020 models, coz the imperiale is one of the perfect retro cruiser now..!!

Let's get this to 10k likes. We need that mega comparo.

I wished Benelli had done some magic with the exhaust as they have with the other benellis!

Just in case people are wondering, other uses of brakes: 1. To slow down 2. Checking the tail lamp 3. Stoppie 4. Doughnut 5. Showing off your balancing skills 6. Showing off your skidding skills 7. Scaring the sh*t out of the tail-gating mor*n ( DANGEROUS , DO NOT TRY IT ANYWHERE) 8. Try to see glowing discs 9. Disc Frisbee? ( DANGEROUS ) And last "Sleaze warning below" 10. Contact with pillion (Only with Consent

Booked mine 2 days back.. black Imperiale 😁

Now that's a Monday afternoon we would like every week Thanks Varun and PD

Booked today, bike is stunning and ride quality is amazing

Bike lacks the oomph IMO. At least it is not enough for Jawa/RE crowd to consider it. Limited showroom/service options will further limit the sales.

Only thing will make it king is reliability and service cost!

Done my part by liking the video in first place. Now just wanna see Jawa winning against these two.

The servicing is parts is being put forth as an issue. But in all fairness this is something that will come from RE owners like me. I have a 2016 Classic 350 and it has needed work since the very first month. The beaks are a bloody joke. Basically, Classic 350 demands a lot of attention. If Benelli has created a machine that has good finish and requires minimal workshop visits other than servicing half the battle is already won by Benelli. The need for a service station in every corner will end automatically. Though it would be advisable to buy it only if there is a Benelli showroom and service station where you will be living/riding. A proper head on comparizon bwween the 2 wil be exciting.

The motorcycle looks very nice, especially in this vibrant Red and Blue combination. In short, my personal opinion is: "Yet another Chinese Mule pretending to be an Italian Horse !" I am sure how Benelli owners will feel like especially when you compare it with RE in terms of customer service. While the latter sucks in that area, the former in question simply doesn't even exist. Add to that the woes of the high cost of spare parts, shoddy service and the likes. This brand is akin to the "Skoda" of motorbikes when it comes to the service department.

Exhaust sound is really good...❤️❤️

The bike is a looker so is Mr. Painter shirt Tachometer 👍

Hey Mr. Painter! Is your Tee available on sale? Just loved the text "PowerDrift" and the color combination 💝

Any update on of RE @EICMA . PLEASE update asap.. Curious to know if the powertrain has changed ,though marginally, but a change is definitely desired.

Wished they had a showroom and service centre in Punjab or chandigrh.

Glad Varun bhai has come a long way, from scrapping his knee while cornering to reviewing a good content. I hope I join PD same way..... 😅😅😅😅😅😅

Nice video... No better bike in this segment... Jawa has quality issues, every second person has a RE plus it’s a vibrator... bike booked. Just a month to go... can’t wait 😎

Hey Team, it's been longtime Benelli launched Leoncino 500 and recently I got a chance to test ride. I just loved it. I wonder why you guys are not reviewing it. At least if you have already tested the bike, please let me know is it worth to put my hard earned money on this? I am not a fan of classic looking bikes and loved ducati scrambler a lot but it's very expensive and I can't afford one. Please let me know if Benelli Leoncino 500 is a good choice and also try to bring the review of this bike soon. It surely deserves PowerDrift review 😉

Believe me.. Benelli Imperiale 400 is far far superior than royal enfield classic 350.. The size, build quality, weight distribution, ride quality, ... just amazing.. and pure retro design

I think it can become good looking when you cut the RE out of it :D

4:11 that is the blue ridge ,pune behind him

"for me breaking serves only one purpose, that is to stop the bike" what other purpose can it serve??

I would say this one's a pretty good competition for Jawa and Royal Enfield. Jawa updated price for dual channel abs is around 1.83 lakhs. Where as Benelli has priced less than that with standard abs. Looks more retro than jawa i would say. If i had an option before the jawa, i would definitely went for this

It looks more like thunderbird than the classic

Jawa42 it is...Love the way it feels on the road.

Was waiting eagerly for this review, the twin pod instrument cluster, the tank pad, the adjustable gear lever, the front forks - everything that indicates to good details. But will wait for a full test details to call the dealership.

VERY WORTHY REVIEW. THE PRODUCT IS VERY GOOD BUT IT HAS IMITATED EVEN THE BADS OF CLASSIC 350. IN MY OPINION BLACK SPOKE TYPE ALLOYS WITH TUBELESS TYRES WOULD HAVE MADE IT SAFE PUNCTURE FREE RIDE. USE OF DRLs INSTEAD OF AHO AND USE OF LED BULBS INSTEAD CONVENTIONAL BULB WOULD HAVE MADE IT AN UPMARKET PRODUCT. FRONT SEAT ANGLE HAS TO BE CORRECTED AND REAR SEAT LENGTH SHOULD HAVE BEEN INCREASED. DISTANCE TO EMPTY, AVERAGE FUEL CONSUMPTION ARE ALSO A GREAT MISS. FUEL TANK COULD HAVE BEEN 15-16 LITRES. LASTLY IT SHOULD LEARN FROM FIAT, HOW DEALER NETWORK AND SERVICE SUPPORT IS IMPORTANT.

Powerdrift : there's a new bike launching LAVASA : what are you waiting for

0:02 Hey powerdrift is that T shirt available for sale,love the colour combination and graphics used was spot on.

People who think vibration and thump is what RE should remove from its bike. Thump and vibration is its USP unknowingly. Riders feel that power. If RE will remove it, its market will definitely go down. Because then there will be no difference between Jawa, Other bikes and The RE.

If RE plonked 410 from the Himalayan into the new classic as RE classic 410 it would give goosebumps to the competition with 24bhp & some awesome thump & unique pricing, its win win for RE & old & new buyers.

nice review explained almost everything but no exhaust sound and further can i ask it can ride with low pace on top gear

This review is better than motor beam's review

Talking about retro 'bullet' is the king

Feels like the Benelli has got better ergonomics than the RE 350.... The best part was reduction in vibrations & dual channel abs.... A better product than the RE👏👏

I rode Imperiale on a 200km trip to my village and back to Hyderabad. Turning and seating are better in my 2004 right shift Bullet Electra @Rajagadi.

It seems to me that the front shock absorber is not to good . What is your opinion ? Please let me know.

During the test ride, I have felt engine heating issues and clutch is a bot hard . Have you encountered the same during your test rides? It was nimble and I could do 100 without vibrations. The top speed is around 140 km/h.

desperately waiting for the RE 2020 line up. 😔 Should I go for SF 250 ? my daily commute is 100 km :(

the next gen classic 350 will look somewhat like this and price will also increase so it will be a tough choice but RE with there service network and aftermarket parts will take the game away any day...... BTW is this BS6 ready?????

Please make a comparison between the three RE 350, jawa, and the imperial 400...

Imperiale is best... looks. Engine. Every thing looks perfect...but only con is service availability

Pleases comment on the comfort of ride vibrations and jerks compared to other similar bikes.

Front of a Yamaha RXG and Back Of a Enfield. If I was in the design team, Would have added a really Good Single Cushioned long seat, Wouldn't have stretched the length a mile. The Design philosophy of a mechanical watch is the most apt parallel I would draw when designing retro Bikes, Also would have loved more features on Imperiale For the Price you have to pay. Plus You don't get Benelli services everywhere in India. But then The bike looks full of feeling. An Italian Girlfriend In your Garage. Buying this bike will never let you regret. Perfect replacement for the royal Enfield classic(No offence)

Sounds brilliant and doesn't vibrate a lot. Looks decent too.!

what about comfort compared to bullet?

5:18 Varun please keep your words, I'm waiting 🤨

Does not look as beautiful as a Jawa or RE.....and in Retro bikes, the look and feel is an important criteria!

Though I'm not sure but have heard that Benelli is giving 2 lack kilometers unlimited time warranty on its engine. If this is true then it shows the confidence benelli has on its product. And definitely this will put Benelli way ahead of Jawa and RE. Those who have faced rudeness from RE service centers will understand it better.

00:49 I think I have seen with the RE ..lol

In comments people are talking so much about Jawa. But i don't see same comments on Jawa test reviews

@ PowerDrift Which bike has gives a more comfortable ride over bad roads and potholes Jawa or Imperiale?

comrades just 4.5k to go 💪💪

@PowerDrift whatever be the bike/car in the video, the BGM is always top notch!!! PS - really want to know those soundtracks...

What about the reliability and after sale service?

Waiting for your comperson video..

1:14 suspension

After owning 3 different royal enfields, and still owning the fourth one 'the himalayan' I think the benelli imperiale will a choice over the RE, but only if they reduce the maintenance cost and increase the svc centres.

6 speed , liquid cooled... Enough reason for me to select jawa..

So what's ur verdict classic or jawa or imperiale? On reliability and quality...

Awesome..it feels like a big bike

Still our sheeps buy RE 350 Bcoz Our stupid movies will show re is faster than super cars🤣😂

I took a test drive and it was decent. I'd personally prefer a Jawa to this any day. Nice review though, goes with the mood of the bike. :)

Plz tell me which color looks good Red or Black ?

I'll go for jawa😎

Nice job ❤varun keep rocking.

Classics will never die!! So as RE. The point for consumer will be longevity of the Brand and After Sales Service.. No guess for the winner here :)

Benelli Imperiale 400 have much higer updated consoles 🖤💛🖤

Who else need comparison b/w RE , jawa , beneli Imperial.. hit like 👍👍👍👍

Requesting Again !! RE C350, JAWA & Bene 400....take these bikes for some serious task with maximum kind of terrain versatility...it would be one epic journey. Karthik Shumi Varun What do you say #PDARMY ??

What about kia seltos review?

Though seat height is 20mm less than RE, short riders will definitely find it difficult to ride and handle the bike in traffic due to its width

Better than the Re classic 350

Do a comparison video with the rivals So it will be easy to pick one😊

Can you please comment about the negatives of an air cooled engine in this category !

Many came , lot of coming , umpteen will come but no one can compete and beat thump feel and sound of bullet !

its like welding the ass of the RE to a front of the bonneville :D I feel like a marketing director came into the design department saying make me a royal enfield, designer said but but but... that or get fired :D

About to buy an Enfield next year (January). No Benelli showroom here in Jammu. No Kawasaki showroom as well Only a Harley showroom which is still under construction

Good job Varun painter and we will see you later 🤟

Over priced, and poor service of Benelli bikes has been a big problem for existing Benelli bike owners! In some cases, it takes several months to get spares. So a word of caution for those looking to buy this bike - ask for a complete list of spares in stock at the dealers and pricing - to get feel of after sales service!

What about service and spare parts compared to JAWA and RE?

Firstly I really like your T-shirt Coming to motorcycles I really liked riding the Jawa42 its a retro motorcycle with a modern engine but Royal Enfield is close to my heart and have many memories related to it. Benelli Imperiale 400 is like a stepbrother who alike but we can't accept so easily

Low vibration means refine engine compare to re bullet , forgodssake please bring a v twin under affordable price tag

Is its engine already used in benelli any other bike in internationally or its designed for imperiale only?

Guys Where's the Eicma Coverage?(especially waiting for 250 adv)

The comparo should include the BS 6 Classic ,maybe later when it becomes available

Far better than the so famous classic350

Jawa thumbs up 🤟👍