Benelli Zenzero 350 vs Royal Enfield Himalayan 450
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Benelli Zenzero 350 vs Royal Enfield Himalayan 450. Benelli Zenzero 350: 29 hp @ 8,500 rpm (estimated based on class and engine displacement) hp, 175 kg (wet/curb weight — estimated) weight, top speed 130 km/h (estimated), Motoryk rating 6.5/10. Royal Enfield Himalayan 450: 40 hp @ 8,000 rpm hp, 196 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed approx. 170 km/h (estimated; Royal Enfield does not officially publish top speed), Motoryk rating 7.8/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Benelli Zenzero 350
Royal Enfield Himalayan 450
Horsepower (hp)
29 hp
40 hp
Torque (Nm)
28 Nm
40 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
130 km/h
— km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
175 kg
196 kg
Type
Adventure
Adventure
Horsepower
29 hp @ 8,500 rpm (estimated based on class and engine displacement)
40 hp @ 8,000 rpm
Torque
28 Nm @ 7,000 rpm (estimated)
40 Nm @ 5,500 rpm
Top Speed
130 km/h (estimated)
approx. 170 km/h (estimated; Royal Enfield does not officially publish top speed)
Weight
175 kg (wet/curb weight — estimated)
196 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
3.5 L/100km (approx. 28.5 km/L) — estimated, official figures not widely published
approx. 3.5–4.0 L/100km (25–28 km/L typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Benelli Zenzero 350
6.5/10
"Charming urban scrambler if you find a clean, documented example."
Pros
+Genuinely attractive retro styling
+Comfortable upright riding position
+Light and easy to maneuver
Cons
−Sparse dealer and parts network
−Electrical gremlins on older units
−Budget suspension needs careful inspection
Royal Enfield Himalayan 450
7.8/10
"The best Himalayan yet, and used prices make it irresistible."
Pros
+Sherpa engine genuinely impressive
+Capable suspension, no complaints
+Useful TFT navigation system
Cons
−Early software bugs persist
−Cramped for taller riders
−Parts availability still patchy
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