Bristol Assassin 400

The Bristol Assassin 400’s design has a strong motorsport vibe attached to it. At night, it displays an assertive flare through its modern-looking full-LED head lamp assembly. Its side profile is definitely a treat for the eyes thanks to its sporty bright-coloured decals. Its fuel tank has a clean black plastic trim on its sides, which follow an appealing spiral-like pattern. In addition, premium-looking silver finishes add more depth to its naked bike configuration. And, to add more sportiness to its silhouette, it is given a wide muffler with a two-toned cover.

Aside from these, its motorsport personality translates to its sharp-looking back end. Its rear is illuminated by a sleek LED tail lamp. This naked bike also comes with LED signal lights both at the front and rear. Upfront, riders get a TFT instrument panel, which displays valuable information that the rider must consider while on the go such as the odometer, speedometer, tachometer, tripmeter, and fuel gauge among others. It comes with a dual-stepped seat that is not the plushiest in its segment, but still delivers decent cushioning and ergonomics for the rider. However, when it comes to the pillion’s side, the seat is a bit thin and narrow, which might compromise their comfort level on longer rides. 

In terms of dimensions, the Bristol Assassin 400 measures 1,950 mm in length, 825 mm in width, 1,105 mm in overall height, and 810 mm in seat height. Its seat is a bit high for riders under 6ft. In addition, this naked sportbike has a 1,370-mm wheelbase and a 170-mm ground clearance.

The Bristol Assassin 400 utilizes a suspension combination of an Inverted Fork at the front and a Mono Shock Absorber at the rear. Thanks to this setup, you will be able to easily maneuver this naked sportbike through tight traffic and narrow streets. This sportbike also delivers confident handling on sharp turns or corners. Its ride quality is not the most plush out there, but it still offers a pleasant and very pliant riding experience both on short and long trips.

The Bristol Assassin 400 is powered by a 371-cc, 2-cylinder, 8-valve, 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC engine that has a maximum power output of 39 hp and a maximum torque of 28.5 Nm. It comes paired with a six-speed manual transmission gearbox.

Off the line, this naked sportbike delivers quickness that is really impressive for its class. Its engine generates a lively roar and a satisfying pull as you go up the rev range, enabling you to effectively overtake slower vehicles on free-flowing highways. Its transmission system is also smooth and rider-friendly. And on top of this, it offers great fuel economy even when riding in mixed conditions within the city.

The Bristol Assassin 400 is equipped with a dual-channel anti-lock braking system, a pass switch, an engine check warning, as well as side reflectors. In terms of braking, it comes with front and rear disc brakes. 

In my opinion, the Bristol Assassin 400 would be a great first expressway-legal bike for riders who want to experience non-intimidating performance outputs that can still generate a lively riding experience both in the city and out on the open road.