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Benelli Leoncino 500 - 2025 Specifications and Reviews
The 2025 Benelli Leoncino 500 is a nimble super motard that combines street-focused versatility with spirited performance for riders seeking accessible fun. Its parallel-twin engine delivers 46.9 horsepower with responsive mid-range torque, making it equally capable on urban commutes and twisty backroads. Best known for its retro styling and manageable power delivery, the Leoncino 500 suits intermediate riders wanting genuine riding enjoyment without overwhelming complexity.
General information | |
| Color Options | Red, Black, Green, Silver |
| Category | Super motard |
| Model | Benelli Leoncino 500 |
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Starting | Electric |
| Emission Details | Catalytic converter and oxygen sensors. |
| Emission | 51.0 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission) |
| Fuel Consumption | 2.20 litres/100 km (45.5 km/l or 106.92 mpg) |
| Clutch | Wet multi-plate |
| Final Drive | Chain (final drive) |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Cooling System | Liquid |
| Ignition | T.C.I |
| Fuel Control | Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) |
| Induction | Injection. Throttle body ø 37 mm |
| Valves Per Cylinder | 4 |
| Bore x Stroke | 69.0 x 66.8 mm (2.7 x 2.6 inches) |
| Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 |
| Max Torque | 46.0 Nm (4.7 kgf-m or 33.9 ft.lbs) @ 6000 RPM |
| Max Power | 46.9 HP (34.3 kW)) @ 8500 RPM |
| Capacity: | 500.0 ccm (30.51 cubic inches) |
Physical measures and capacities | |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.50 litres (3.57 US gallons) |
| Wheelbase | 1460 mm (57.5 inches) |
| Ground Clearance | 160 mm (6.3 inches) |
| Overall Width | 875 mm (34.4 inches) |
| Overall Length | 2160 mm (85.0 inches) |
| Overall Height | 1160 mm (45.7 inches) |
| Seat Height | 810 mm (31.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Wet Weight | 207.0 kg (456.4 pounds) |
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Benelli Leoncino 500 dimensions and frame | |
| Wheels | Aluminum alloy |
| Rear Brakes | Single disc. ABS |
| Brake Disc Diameter | 260 mm (10.2 inches) |
| Front Brakes | Double disc. ABS |
| Rear Tyre | 160/60-ZR17 |
| Front Tyre | 120/70-ZR17 |
| Rear Wheel Travel | 51 mm (2.0 inches) |
| Rear Suspension | Mono-shock-absorber, preload adjustable |
| Front Wheel Travel | 125 mm (4.9 inches) |
| Front Suspension | Upside-down forks, adjustable rebound |
| Frame | Steel tubes |
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Speed and acceleration | |
| Top Speed | 160.0 km/h (99.4 mph) |
Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
| Update specs | Report missing specs or required updates. |
| Comments | Bike made in China. |
| Reserve fuel capacity | 3.00 litres (0.79 US gallons) |
| Lubrication system | Forced lubrication, wet sump |
| Engine type | Twin, four-stroke |
| Model year | 2025 |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
46.9 hp
Peak Power
5.5s
0-60 mph
Best For
Track25%
City78%
Cornering65%
Daily Riding75%
Touring40%
Passenger45%
Rider Profile
| Best For | Well suited to newer riders and those moving up from smaller bikes thanks to its modest power and manageable weight. |
| Purpose | Designed primarily as a stylish, retro-inspired urban roadster for commuting and weekend fun rather than outright performance. |
| Rider Fit | A relatively light and low-slung machine that most riders will find easy to handle at a stop and manage in traffic. |
| Character | A characterful neo-retro middleweight that blends scrambler styling with everyday practicality and a punchy twin-cylinder engine. |
| Not Ideal For | Not the right choice for riders seeking serious off-road capability, long-distance touring comfort, or high-speed track performance. |
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