- 691.66 cc V-twin with 73.4 hp (54 kW) and 68 Nm, carried over from the Rock 707
- Vinster 700 with 17-inch wheels and an 830 mm seat height, Vinster X 700 with a 19-inch front wheel and 865 mm
- Prices and market launch have not been announced yet
Until now, Benda has mainly been known in Europe for unusual cruisers such as the four-cylinder Dark Flag or the Rock 707 with air suspension and an electronic clutch. With the Vinster, the brand is now venturing into a class where the competition is considerably bigger. Instead of the parallel twin that many manufacturers use in the middle class, a genuine V-twin does the work here. It is joined by a single-sided aluminium swingarm and two high-mounted silencers. The Vinster is one of the Benda novelties celebrating their premiere at EICMA 2026 in Milan.
What is the Benda Vinster 700?
The Benda Vinster 700 is a middleweight roadster that uses the V-twin engine of the Rock 707 cruiser in a new chassis. Alongside it, Benda is showing the Vinster X 700, which shares the same base but is designed more for longer trips.
Visually, Benda goes for a mix of modern and classic shapes. The bodywork is kept minimal, the seat long and almost flat. A round headlight sits up front, while at the rear the single-sided swingarm and the two upswept silencers on the left and right under the seat define the look. The engine stays clearly visible and is part of the design instead of disappearing behind fairings.
Which engine powers the Vinster 700?
The Vinster is powered by a liquid-cooled 65-degree V-twin with a displacement of 691.66 cc. It produces 73.4 hp (54 kW) at 9,000 rpm and delivers 68 Nm (50 lb-ft) at 6,500 rpm.
Bore and stroke are 80 by 68.8 millimetres, the compression ratio is 11.5 to 1. The output figures are identical to those of the Rock 707. This engine is also used in the new Capra 700 adventure tourer, so Benda is using it in three different vehicle classes. In terms of power, the Vinster sits at the level of a Ducati Scrambler, which also gets 73 hp from two cylinders.
More interesting is what Benda does not carry over from the cruiser. The Rock 707 has an electronic clutch, adjustable air suspension and a belt drive. The Vinster instead uses a six-speed gearbox with a conventional hand clutch, an oil-bath slipper clutch and a chain. A slipper clutch prevents the rear wheel from hopping during hard downshifts. For reference, the Rock 707 costs 9,999 euros in Germany (around 11,180 US dollars).
Chassis and brakes: single-sided swingarm, but only one disc up front
Both Vinster versions share the same chassis. It is based on a steel double-cradle frame, with an aluminium single-sided swingarm guiding the rear wheel. Up front there is an upside-down fork with 135 mm of travel, at the rear a hydraulic shock with 120 mm.
When it comes to brakes, Benda takes its own approach. The front has just a single disc with a radially mounted four-piston caliper, the rear a disc with a two-piston caliper. Many roadsters in this class use two discs at the front. Only riding tests will show how the single-disc solution performs in practice. Dual-channel ABS is standard.
The cockpit features a landscape-format TFT display. There are also USB-A and USB-C ports. Benda has not yet said anything about further rider aids such as traction control, riding modes or a quickshifter.
How heavy is the Benda Vinster 700?
According to the German press release, the Vinster 700 weighs 195 kg (430 lbs) dry, while the Vinster X 700 comes in at 200 kg (441 lbs). Both have a 15-litre tank.
For a middleweight roadster, that is not a particularly low figure. A Triumph Trident 660 is roughly on the same level, while a Kawasaki Z650 stays below 190 kg (419 lbs). The wheelbase stands out: at 1,510 mm, the Vinster 700 is considerably longer than most of its direct rivals. A long wheelbase usually brings stability at higher speeds, while a short one makes quick changes of direction easier. How the Vinster actually rides, however, also depends on rake, trail, tyres and weight distribution.
The seat height is 830 mm. Despite its cruiser roots, the Vinster is therefore not a particularly low motorcycle. It measures 2,160 mm in length, 849 mm in width and 1,100 mm in height. It runs on a 120/70-17 tyre at the front and a 170/60-17 at the rear.
What sets the Vinster X 700 apart from the Vinster 700?
The Vinster X 700 has a 19-inch front wheel, a higher seat and considerably more touring equipment. Engine, frame, swingarm and suspension are identical.
At the front, the X rolls on a 120/70-19, while the rear stays with the 170/60-17. The tyres have a more aggressive tread than on the sister model. The seat height rises to 865 mm and the wheelbase grows to 1,518 mm. At 2,203 mm long and 1,150 mm high, it is slightly larger overall.
Standard equipment includes a side bag, a bash plate, hand guards and a high-mounted front mudguard. An extended windscreen and a luggage rack on the tank are meant to make longer rides more comfortable. The Capra 700 also has a similar tank rack.
The X therefore comes across as a mix of roadster, scrambler and road-focused crossover. However, the wide 170 rear tyre and the lack of information on ground clearance or an off-road ABS suggest a motorcycle that feels most at home on tarmac and rougher roads.
Why is Benda building a roadster around the cruiser engine?
The Vinster goes back to an idea from the design team at Benda Motor Europe in Salzburg. There, the aim was not to hide the existing V-twin but to make it the centrepiece of a new motorcycle.
Petr Badura, Transportation Designer at Benda Motor Europe, describes the starting point like this: “We already had the 700 cc V-twin from our cruiser range, and we asked ourselves: why don’t we build a roadster around it?” He explains that, from the very beginning, the goal was to create a contrast between carefully shaped bodywork and the raw, mechanical character of the engine. This contrast is meant to give the Vinster a clear identity in the middleweight roadster segment.
For Benda, this is more than just another model. The Vinster opens up a new vehicle class for the brand and brings a new design language that clearly sets it apart from the previous cruisers.
When will the Benda Vinster 700 arrive and how much will it cost?
Benda has not yet announced prices or a date for the market launch. This applies to both versions and to all markets.
It is also still open whether there will be a restricted 35 kW version for riders with an A2 licence. Benda is continuing to expand its European dealer network through BENDA Motor Europe GmbH in Salzburg. Further details are likely to follow once the models reach dealerships.
Frequently Asked Questions
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How much horsepower does the Benda Vinster 700 have?
The Benda Vinster 700 produces 73.4 hp (54 kW) at 9,000 rpm. Maximum torque is 68 Nm at 6,500 rpm. The Vinster X 700 has the same figures.
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Which engine does the Benda Vinster 700 use?
It uses a liquid-cooled 65-degree V-twin with 691.66 cc. Benda also fits the same engine to the Rock 707 and the Capra 700.
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How much does the Benda Vinster 700 cost?
Benda has not yet announced a price. The market launch is also still open.
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What is the seat height of the Vinster X 700?
The Vinster X 700 has a seat height of 865 mm. The Vinster 700 comes in at 830 mm.
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Does the Benda Vinster 700 have a single-sided swingarm?
Yes, both Vinster models have a single-sided aluminium swingarm. It is combined with a steel double-cradle frame.
➜ Find all technical specifications for these models in our motorcycle database: Benda Vinster 700 2027 and Benda Vinster X 700 2027.
➜ This article is part of our comprehensive overview: New Motorcycles 2027: All Models, Releases and Highlights at a Glance. Find all key information on this topic in one place.
➜ More on this topic in our overview: EICMA 2026: All New Models and Premieres from Milan at a Glance.
