Benelli Leoncino

Name: Leoncino
Brand: Benelli

Rs. 4.79 - 4.79 Lakh *

Ex-showroom Price (New Delhi)

Benelli Leoncino is the Italian manufacturer's middleweight scrambler motorcycle that is available in India at a competitive price point. The Leoncino gets neo retro design language and gets some modern bits that make it more desirable. Benelli Leoncino draws power from a 500cc, parallel twin engine mated to a six-speed transmission system. The engine is good for churning out respective power and torque outputs of 47hp and 46Nm. The front end of the motorcycle gets an all LED headlamp that offers better illumination than a regular halogen unit. Benelli Leoncino is currently available in India for a price of Rs 4.79 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi). At this price point, the Leoncino does not have a direct rival and hence, is the only bike of its type in its category. Benelli Leoncino is the second model to be launched in India after Benelli joined hands with its new partner Adishwar Auto Ride India.

Benelli Leoncino Bike Key Features

Lion cub emblem on the front fender
Full LED headlamp for better illumination
Neo retro styling

Pros

Appealing neo-retro inspired design
Competitive price tag
Gets five year unlimited km warranty as standard

Cons

Only two colour options
Only base standard variant on sale in India

Benelli Leoncino Variant Specifications

Powertrain

Displacement (cc)

Power (hp)

Torque (Nm)

Transmission

Gears

Cylinder

Valves

Fuel

Fuel tank capacity (litres)

Fuel efficiency (kmpl)

Fuel delivery system

Clutch

Front brake

Rear brake

Tyre size

Wheel type

Front suspension

Rear suspension

Specification

Length (mm)

Width (mm)

Height (mm)

Wheelbase (mm)

Ground clearance (mm)

Seat height (mm)

Kerb weight (kg)

Features

Speedometer

Fuel gauge

Tachometer

Tripmeter

Electric start

Shift light

Stand alarm

Stepped seat

Pillion seat

Pillion footrest

Clock

Pass light

Safety

CBS

ABS

Cornering ABS

Traction control

Benelli Leoncino Standard
Rs 4.79 Lakh *
500
47
45
Manual
6
2
8
Petrol
13.5
N/A
Fuel injection
Wet clutch
Disc
Disc
N/A
Alloy
50mm Inverted Telescopic Fork
Lateral hydraulic shock absorber with spring preload and rebound adjustment

2160
875
1160
1460
145
N/A
N/A

Yes
Yes
Digital
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes

N/A
Yes
N/A
No

Benelli Leoncino Design and Build
The Benelli Leoncino is based on neo retro design philosophy which means that the bike the ingredients of both,a retro and a modern looking motorcycle. The front end of the motorcycle gets an all LED headlamp that aims to offer better illumination than a regular halogen unit. The tail end is quite exposed that gets a tyre hugger on which the number plate is bolted. The front gets beefy inverted forks up front that add to the appeal. Overall, the Benelli Leoncino is one of the most gorgeous looking motorcycles at its price and its stunning design is possibly its biggest talking point.
Benelli Leoncino Riding Ergonomics
Being a scrambler motorcycle, the Benelli Leoncino gets a quite comfortable riding position. The quality of switchgear is quite decent and is at par with levels that you would expect from a motorcycle of this segment. The attention to detail is also phenomenal and the Leoncino is certainly one of the best finished bikes by the company till date. The wide handlebar and the moderately set footpegs make sure that the rider sits relaxed. The seat is well padded too and all these factors combined, the Leoncino can be ridden for long hours as well without any complaints.
Benelli Leoncino Engine
Benelli Leoncino draws power from a 500cc, parallel twin engine mated to a six-speed transmission system. The engine is good for churning out respective power and torque outputs of 47hp and 46Nm. This is the same engine that does duty on the TRK 502 adventure tourer.
Benelli Leoncino Transmission
The engine on the Benelli Leoncino is mated to a six-speed transmission system. The gearbox has a one down, five up shifting pattern just like other bikes that have a six-speed unit.
Benelli Leoncino Braking and Safety
Benelli Leoncino comes to a halt with the help of twin 320mm dual disc brakes up front along with a single 260mm disc brake at the rear. In order to provide additional safety and more effective braking, the braking set up is coupled to a dual-channel ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System). As for safety, the bike gets an all LED headlamp section that delivers a generous illumination in the dark.
Benelli Leoncino Mileage
Benelli has not claimed any fuel efficiency figure for the Leoncino officially. However, the bike should offer a combined fuel efficiency of close to 25 kmpl in real world riding conditions. The Leoncino has been fitted with a 15-litre fuel tank. That said, the bike should offer a range of over 300 km once you fill the tank up to its brim.