Benelli 402S

The Benelli 402S is a cruiser bike that is expected to be launched, In India, soon. It is slated to carry a price tag of around 4-4.5 lakhs. Performance-wise, it might compete with the Royal Enfield Scram 411 and Triumph Scrambler 400 X, for having similar engine displacements.

The 402S was unveiled at the 2017 EICMA in Milan and seems to be inspired by the mighty Ducati XDiavel. The short seat, exposed frame, fuel tank, and rear number plate holder, everything look similar to that of the XDiavel. Though, we are unsure of the bike’s launch in India, but, if it happens, enthusiasts would be pleased.

Let’s delve into this Benelli bike’s anticipated features and specifications.

Benelli 402S Engine, Specifications, and Performance

As the name suggests, this cruiser shall be powered by a 402cc fuel-injected liquid-cooled engine. This power plant is slated to churn out a peak power of 39.5bhp and 35 Nm of utmost torque. The deliveries should be transferred to the rear wheel through a six-speed transmission via chain drive. Further, the Benelli 402S mileage is expected to be similar to that of the brand’s Imperiale 400, nearly 25-35 km/l.

Moving further on to specifications, the bike shall be outfitted with a 41mm telescopic fork suspension in the front. The rear suspension shall include a twin shock absorber with pre-load adjustment. This suspension is slated to offer a wheel travelability of around 125mm and 45mm, in the front and rear, respectively. Furthermore, the front wheel size is envisioned to be 18 inches while the rear wheel’s size could be 17 inches. The braking duties shall be performed by a 300mm front disc and a 240mm disc brake at the rear. Besides, the bike is likely to have a seat height of nearly 740mm, leading to a good cruiser riding position.

Benelli 402S Exterior Elements

Looking at the available pictures, it is evident that the Benelli 402S boasts an aggressive and elegant exterior design. It flaunts a teardrop-shaped fuel tank, chunky radiator shrouds, and a double-barrel upswept exhaust pipe design. It also features an exposed trellis frame that enhances its bold looks. Additionally, the pillion seat is a bit smaller and looks a lot like just a design element. It doesn’t seem to be spacious enough to provide pillion seating space. In the front, it exhibits a skull-shaped LED headlamp, an edgy front fender, and aluminium brake/clutch levers.

The bike’s rear end showcases a sleek tail light flanked by stylish turn indicators integrated into the side-rear panels.

Benelli 402S Features

In terms of features, this Benelli motorcycle shall feature an all-digital instrument console that is obvious in most bikes nowadays. It also features forward-mounted foot pegs and wide, swept-back handlebars that add to the ride quality, through comfortable posture. The seat also seems to be comfortable, making it a great choice for touring as well as short city rides. Moreover, an antilock braking system is expected which would prevent the bike from skidding, providing a safe ride experience.

Benelli 402S Launch Date and Expected Price

Though the manufacturer hasn’t announced the launch date yet, the market expects its arrival at the end of the year. Further, the Benelli 402S price is anticipated to be nearly 4 Lakhs, competing with the Keeway V302C and Aprilia RS 457.

Kindly note that the information provided earlier is derived from speculations and publicly available details about the motorcycle. Consequently, there might be variations in specific features upon the official introduction of the vehicle. We are actively keeping track of the manufacturer's announcements to ensure the accuracy of the information presented on this page.