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2026Benelli Leoncino 500 Trail
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The 2026 Benelli Leoncino 500 Trail is a versatile middleweight adventure bike designed for riders seeking accessible all-around performance. Its 500cc parallel-twin engine delivers 48 horsepower with manageable torque, making it ideal for both street and light trail use. Known for its approachable ergonomics and balanced handling, this bike suits beginners and experienced riders alike who value practicality over raw power.
- Capacity
- 500.0 ccm
- Engine
- Parallel Twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Wet weight
- 207.0 kg
- Seat height
- 840 mm
- Power
- 47.6 HP (34.3 kW) @ 8500 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Designed as a versatile all-round machine for daily commuting, weekend scratching, and light gravel excursions rather than outright performance.
- Built for
- Has a classic scrambler-trail personality, blending retro styling with a torquey twin-cylinder engine that feels lively around town and on backroads.
- Not ideal for
- Not the right choice for riders seeking high-speed touring comfort or serious off-road capability given its limited suspension travel and modest power output.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
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Engine
- Capacity
- 500.0 ccm
- Power
- 47.6 HP (34.3 kW) @ 8500 RPM
- Torque
- 46.0 Nm (4.7 kgf-m) @ 6000 RPM
- Engine type
- Parallel Twin, four-stroke
- Fuel consumption
- 4.20 litres/100 km (23.8 km/l)
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.2300 HP/kg (wet)
- Bore x stroke
- 69.0 x 66.8 mm
- Compression
- 11.5:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- TCI
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Lubrication system
- Pressure splash lubrication
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Wet multi-plate
Performance
- Top speed
- 160.0 km/h (99.4 mph)
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1460 mm
- Overall length
- 2160 mm
- Overall width
- 875 mm
- Overall height
- 1160 mm
- Seat height
- 840 mm
- Wet weight
- 207.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 12.70 litres
- Ground clearance
- 190 mm
- Dry weight
- Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Steel trellis
- Front suspension
- Upside down 50mm fork, adjustable
- Rear suspension
- Mono-shock-absorber, preload adjustable
- Front wheel travel
- 135 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 55 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc. ABS
- Front brakes diameter
- 320 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. ABS
- Rear brakes diameter
- 260 mm
- ABS
- Yes
- Front tyre
- 110/80-R19
- Rear tyre
- 150/70-R17
Other
- Color options
- Gray, green, black, red
- Comments
- Bike made in China.
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 2020 | 2022 | 2023 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 500 cc | 500 cc | 500 cc | 500 cc | 500 cc |
| Dry weight | 170 kg | 170 kg | 170 kg | — | — |
| Seat height | 815 mm | 815 mm | 815 mm | 840 mm | 840 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 15 L | 15 L | 15 L | 12.7 L | 12.7 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the Benelli Leoncino 500 Trail?
The 2026 Benelli Leoncino 500 Trail has a Capacity of 500.0 ccm (30.51 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Benelli Leoncino 500 Trail have?
The 2026 Benelli Leoncino 500 Trail has a Power of 47.6 HP (34.3 kW) @ 8500 RPM.
How many gears does the Benelli Leoncino 500 Trail have?
The 2026 Benelli Leoncino 500 Trail has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Benelli Leoncino 500 Trail?
The 2026 Benelli Leoncino 500 Trail has a Torque of 46.0 Nm (4.7 kgf-m or 33.9 ft.lbs) @ 6000 RPM.
How much does the Benelli Leoncino 500 Trail weigh?
The 2026 Benelli Leoncino 500 Trail has a Wet weight of 207.0 kg (456.4 pounds).
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