Is the BENDA Black Flag 500 Worth Buying? Real-World Riding Experience & Breakdown

At the moment of ignition, the deep, dense exhaust note of the V4 engine is truly different from that of common twin-cylinder cruisers—richer and more layered. Combined with its wide, low American cruiser style, it attracts much attention when parked by the road; Pro version has an adjustable seat height, as low as 670mm, allowing both feet to touch the ground very easily when seated.

It shows great sincerity in configuration. that the 2024 model has made many practical configurations standard. For example, cruise control, which is rare in cruisers of the same class, is very labor-saving when traveling long distances or on good road conditions; there are also Brembo brakes, switchable ABS and TCS. With all these configurations, it feels like the bike is trying to move towards the high-end market. However, when riding, its power output character is very distinct—you need to rev the engine relatively high to get smooth power. When exiting corners in the mountains, if the gear and speed are not well matched, it will feel a bit sluggish. Unlike some American V-cylinders, it doesn’t have instant low-end torque with a twist of the throttle.

The bike’s low seat height and soft suspension make riding extremely comfortable on flat roads, and the riding triangle is also very relaxed. But its curb weight of 241kg is tangible—when you need to lean and turn on mountain roads, you can clearly feel that you have to exert more effort to maneuver it. Its pleasure lies more in the ease of straight-line cruising than the agility in sharp corners. Of course, the 16-liter fuel tank may be a bit small for long-distance travel.

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