Benelli Leoncino 500

The Benelli Leoncino 500 is a premium neo-retro roadster positioned as a stylish middleweight motorcycle for riders who want a balance of performance and everyday usability. It immediately stands out for its distinctive Italian-inspired design and torquey parallel-twin engine, while also offering comfortable ergonomics and stable handling that make both city riding and highway cruising enjoyable. The overall package feels premium and characterful for its segment. That said, its slightly heavy weight affects agility in tight urban conditions. Overall, the Leoncino 500 makes the most sense for riders seeking a unique, stylish motorcycle with strong road presence and versatile performance.

₹4.99 Lakh*

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Leoncino 500 Highlights

Leoncino 500Highlights

Engine500 cc

Power47.5 bhp

Torque46 Nm @ 6000 rpm

MileageUpto 25 kmpl

Top Speed175 km/h

On Target

The Benelli Leoncino 500 is a cafe racer that offers retro charm with modern performance & an enjoyable mid-weight ride.

What We Like

Stylish neo-retro design, smooth engine performance, solid build, and comfortable ergonomics for long rides.

What We Do Not Like

Slightly heavy, limited features for the price, and a sparse dealership network in smaller cities, lower fuel economy.

Engine

Engine Capacity	500 cc
Engine Type	In-line 2-cylinder& DOHC& Liquid-cooled& 8-Valve
Configuration	DOHC
Cooling Type	Liquid Cooled

Competitor Comparison

Model	Engine Size	Engine Type
Continental GT 650	648 cc	4 Stroke Air-Oil cooled SOHC Engine
Svartpilen 401	399 cc	Single cylinder& liquid cooled engine
502 C	500 cc	2 cylinders in line 4 strokes liquid cooling 4 valves per cylinder
Super Meteor 650	648 cc	Parallel twin& 4 stroke& SOHC& Air-Oil Cooled
SEIEMMEZZO 6	649 cc	In-Line 2-Cylinder& Liquid-Cooled& 8-Valve& DOHC

Power

47.5 PS @ 8500 rpm

Leoncino 500's 47.5 bhp Power is about 6% higher than the segment average of 45.07 bhp.

Power of Leoncino 500 Competitors

Model	Power
Continental GT 650	46.8 bhp @ 7250 rpm
Svartpilen 401	42.9 bhp @ 9000 rpm
502 C	46.93 bhp @ 8500 rpm
Super Meteor 650	46.3 bhp @ 7250 rpm
SEIEMMEZZO 6	54.24 bhp @ 8250 rpm
SRV 300	30.3 bhp @ 9000 rpm
RS 457	46.93 bhp @ 9400 rpm
Thruxton 400	41.4 bhp @ 9000 rpm
Crossfire 500	46.92 bhp @ 8500 rpm
F 450 GS	48 bhp @ 8750 rpm

Torque

46 Nm @ 6000 rpm

Leoncino 500's 46 Nm Torque is about 6% higher than the segment average of 43.66 Nm.

Torque of Leoncino 500 Competitors

Model	Torque
Continental GT 650	52.3 Nm @ 5150 rpm
Svartpilen 401	39 Nm @ 7000 rpm
502 C	46 Nm @ 6000 rpm
Super Meteor 650	52.3 Nm @ 5650 rpm
SEIEMMEZZO 6	54 Nm @ 7000 rpm
SRV 300	26 Nm @ 5000 rpm
RS 457	43.5 Nm @ 6700 rpm
Thruxton 400	37.5 Nm @ 7500 rpm
Crossfire 500	43 Nm @ 6700 rpm
F 450 GS	43 Nm @ 6750 rpm

Leoncino 500 Mileage

25 kmpl

Mileage

Mileage of Leoncino 500 Competitors

Model	Mileage
SRV 300	32 kmpl
RS 457	30 kmpl
SEIEMMEZZO 6	28 kmpl
Continental GT 650	27 kmpl
F 450 GS	26 kmpl
Crossfire 500	25 kmpl
502 C	20 kmpl

Top Speed

175 km/h

Leoncino 500's 175 kmph Top Speed is about 12% higher than the segment average of 157 kmph.

Top Speed of Leoncino 500 Competitors

Model	Top Speed (km/h)
Continental GT 650	169 km/h
Svartpilen 401	160 km/h
502 C	160 km/h
Super Meteor 650	150 km/h
SRV 300	135 km/h
Crossfire 500	160 km/h
F 450 GS	165 km/h

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Benelli Leoncino 500 Prices

Variants (2)

On-Road Price inDelhi

Brakes & Wheels

Braking System

Instrument Console

Colours

EMI

Steel GreyCompare

₹ 5.62 Lakh*

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Alloy Wheels

Dual Channel ABS

Digital

₹ 10,630/mon

RedCompare

₹ 5.62 Lakh*

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Alloy Wheels

Dual Channel ABS

Digital

₹ 10,630/mon

Variant Wise Comparison

Steel Grey

Base Variant

₹ 4.99 Lakh*

Steel Grey

Base Variant

₹ 4.99 Lakh*

Braking System	Dual Channel ABS	Dual Channel ABS
Calliper Type	Fixed	Fixed
Wheel Type	Alloy	Alloy
Front Suspension	US Telescopic forks	US Telescopic forks
Rear Suspension	Hydraulic MoNoshock (Rebound & Preload adjustable)	Hydraulic MoNoshock (Rebound & Preload adjustable)

Expert Verdict on Leoncino 500

3.0

Expert Rating

The Benelli Leoncino 500 positions itself as a character-rich offering in the middleweight neo-retro segment, combining distinctive styling with solid real-world performance. Its parallel-twin engine delivers smooth and usable power, making it suitable for both urban commuting and relaxed highway rides. The upright ergonomics, comfortable seating and well-balanced chassis contribute to a confident and enjoyable riding experience, especially for riders upgrading from smaller displacement motorcycles. However, its heavier kerb weight and slightly softer performance compared to more aggressive rivals mean it is better suited for relaxed riding rather than outright sporty use. It excels more as an everyday roadster than a performance-focused machine. If your priority is unique styling, premium feel and versatile usability, the Leoncino 500 stands as a strong and appealing choice in the middleweight motorcycle segment.

91Wheels Expert

Overall User Rating:

4.3/5

(11)

Pros & Cons of Leoncino 500

What we admire in this bike

Smooth and refined 500cc twin-cylinder engine with strong mid-range performance

Muscular power-cruiser design with excellent road presence and unique styling

Relaxed ergonomics make it comfortable for city rides and cruising

Handles corners surprisingly well for a cruiser

Premium features like LED lighting, digital console, and dual-channel ABS

What could have been better

Heavy (216 kg) which makes it less friendly in traffic

Firm suspension setup affects comfort on bad roads

Average fuel efficiency for its segment

Not the most comfortable for long-distance touring compared to rivals

Service network and ownership experience can be inconsistent

Benelli Leoncino 500 Competitors

Models	Engine	Power	Torque	Mileage	Kerb weight	Seat height	Compare
Benelli Leoncino 500 ₹4.99 Lakh*	500 cc	47.5 PS @ 8500 rpm	46 Nm @ 6000 rpm	25 kmpl	-	-
Brixton Crossfire 500 ₹4.74 - ₹5.19 Lakh*	486 cc	46.92 bhp @ 8500 rpm	43 Nm @ 6700 rpm	25 kmpl	195 kg	839 mm	Leoncino 500 vs Crossfire 500
Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 ₹3.53 - ₹3.82 Lakh*	648 cc	46.8 bhp @ 7250 rpm	52.3 Nm @ 5150 rpm	27 kmpl	202 kg	804 mm	Leoncino 500 vs Continental GT 650
BMW F 450 GS ₹4.70 - ₹5.30 Lakh*	420 cc	48 bhp @ 8750 rpm	43 Nm @ 6750 rpm	26 kmpl	165 kg	845 mm	Leoncino 500 vs F 450 GS
QJ Motor SRV 300 ₹3.29 Lakh*	296 cc	30.3 bhp @ 9000 rpm	26 Nm @ 5000 rpm	32 kmpl	164 kg	700 mm	Leoncino 500 vs SRV 300
Triumph Thruxton 400 ₹2.65 Lakh*	349 cc	41.4 bhp @ 9000 rpm	37.5 Nm @ 7500 rpm	-	183 kg	795 mm	Leoncino 500 vs Thruxton 400
Husqvarna Svartpilen 401 ₹2.90 Lakh*	399 cc	42.9 bhp @ 9000 rpm	39 Nm @ 7000 rpm	-	-	820 mm	Leoncino 500 vs Svartpilen 401
Moto Morini SEIEMMEZZO 6 ₹6.89 - ₹6.99 Lakh*	649 cc	54.24 bhp @ 8250 rpm	54 Nm @ 7000 rpm	28 kmpl	215 kg	795 mm	Leoncino 500 vs SEIEMMEZZO 6
Benelli 502 C ₹5.25 Lakh*	500 cc	46.93 bhp @ 8500 rpm	46 Nm @ 6000 rpm	20 kmpl	220 kg	750 mm	Leoncino 500 vs 502 C
Aprilia RS 457 ₹4.24 Lakh*	457 cc	46.93 bhp @ 9400 rpm	43.5 Nm @ 6700 rpm	30 kmpl	-	800 mm	Leoncino 500 vs RS 457
Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 ₹4.03 - ₹4.37 Lakh*	648 cc	46.3 bhp @ 7250 rpm	52.3 Nm @ 5650 rpm	-	241 kg	740 mm	Leoncino 500 vs Super Meteor 650

Leoncino 500 Owner Reviews

4.3

Based on 11 Ratings, 8 Reviews

4.8

Mileage

4.7

Design

4.6

Safety

4.5

Reliability & Maintenance

4.3

Comfort

4.2

Mileage & Performance

4.2

Maintenance Cost

4.1

Features

3.8

Performance

4.8

Mileage

4.7

Design

4.6

Safety

4.5

Reliability & Maintenance

4.3

Comfort

4.2

Mileage & Performance

4.2

Maintenance Cost

4.1

Features

3.8

Performance

4.8

Mileage

4.7

Design

4.6

Safety

4.5

Reliability & Maintenance

4.3

Comfort

4.2

Mileage & Performance

4.2

Maintenance Cost

4.1

Features

3.8

Performance

Reviews (8)

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Ashish Soni

5.0

30 Dec 2023

Being a 500cc bike it's a good choice, and because it's a liquid cool twin engine. The heating in city rides is ok, bearable in highway till 200kmph the bike handles well. overall a good bike with a sweet sound. sound is excellent with stock exhaust. dual channel switchable ABS is great as well. Great city and good for long ride. I like the bike.

Zoheb imran

3.4

20 Feb 2023

Being a 500cc bike it's a good choice, and because it's a liquid cool twin engine, the heating in city rides is ok, bearable in highway till 200kmph the bike handles well. overall a good bike with a sweet sound. sound is excellent with stock exhaust. dual channel switchable ABS is great as well. servicing cost a bit on higher side. but great city and highway bike.

Moniruz

5.0

8 Aug 2022

The bike looks beautiful. Comfortable riding.

Govind Saini

4.0

14 Jul 2022

It is an Retro-styled motorcycle with premium appeal.It has Upright and comfortable riding stance.

B Vedasagar

4.0

7 Jul 2022

This is an Retro-styled motorcycle with premium appeal also the Competitively priced in its segment.

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Latest Updates on Leoncino 500

15th March 20251 year ago

The Benelli 502C and Leoncino 500 received a major price cut of up to Rs 61,000, making both bikes significantly more affordable in India. Post the revision, the 502C is priced at around Rs 5.25 lakh and the Leoncino 500 at Rs 4.99 lakh, as part of a strategy to boost sales and attract more buyers.

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