• Oops! No suggestions found
    Search by bike name e.g: Honda Activa
Select cityLocation IconCurrent Location

Please wait

You’re being redirected to suzukimotorcycle.co.in

AD

Benelli Leoncino 500 BS4

Benelli Leoncino 500 BS4 is a bike with the last known price Rs. 4,80,791 in India. It had 1 variant. It and was powered by a 500 cc BS4 engine. It came with anti-locking braking system and both front and rear disc brakes.

5
Rate & Win
Overview Expert Opinion Similar Bikes Specs News Videos Used
Key specs
  • Displacement500 cc
  • Transmission6 Speed Manual

Version

Standard

  • Standard

    ₹ 4,80,791

    • Electric Start
    • ABS
    • Disc Brakes

Last known Avg. Ex-showroom price

₹ 4,80,791

Benelli Leoncino 500 BS4 is now discontinued in India.

Discontinued

Benelli Leoncino 500 BS4 Summary

Leoncino 500 BS4 key highlights
Engine Capacity 500 cc
Transmission 6 Speed Manual
Fuel Tank Capacity 12.7 litres
Max Power 46.8 bhp

About Leoncino 500 BS4

The Leoncino is Benelli’s scrambler-styled offering in the country. Inspired by motorcycles from the 70s, it gets a round headlamp with LED DRLs and a round LCD instrument cluster that adds to its retro appeal. Furthermore, the Leoncino gets a curvy, 12.7-litre fuel tank that integrates into the upswept tail section which houses an LED tail lamp and LED turn indicators. The Leoncino 500 comes equipped with a tyre hugger that features the number plate holder.

The motorcycle is built around a steel trellis frame that houses a 499cc, parallel-twin, liquid-cooled engine. This engine produces 47bhp of power at 8500rpm and 45Nm of torque at 4500rpm and comes mated to a six-speed gearbox. The Leoncino 500 rides on 17-inch wheels that are wrapped in tyres sourced from Pirelli. Suspension duties on the motorcycle are done by 50mm inverted forks at the front and a monoshock at the rear. Meanwhile, braking hardware consists of twin 320mm discs upfront and a single 260mm disc at the rear along with an ABS comprise of the motorcycle’s braking hardware.

Benelli is offering the Leoncino 500 in two colour options of 'Leoncino red' and 'Steel Grey'. It does not have a direct competitor in the market but in terms of pricing, the Leoncino 500 has the Kawasaki Z650 as a rival.
write a review

Benelli Leoncino 500 BS4 Expert Opinion

  • Good Things

    • Retro-styled motorcycle with premium appeal
    • Competitively priced in its segment
    • Upright and comfortable riding stance

  • Could be Better

    • LED headlamp is not powerful
    • Fuel efficiency is on the lower side

BikeWale's Take

The Leoncino 500 is Benelli’s middle-weight scrambler offering targeted at buyers who are looking for a premium motorcycle under the five lakh bracket. The bike feature a contemporary neo-retro styling coupled with a sweet revving parallel-twin motor.

Benelli Leoncino 500 BS4 Review

It doesn’t have large body panels nor does it have any brand recognition as of now. But, it has a few traits that make it a very interesting motorcycle.

Introduction

Benelli Leoncino Benelli Leoncino action

Pros: Great styling, has an amazing exhaust sound, easy to live with

Cons: Stiff ride, overall quality should have been better

This is the new Leoncino 500 - Benelli’s newest addition to its 500cc range of motorcycles. Now, Benelli in India is known for motorcycles that offer great road presence, decent pricing and an exhaust sound that turns heads even in a crowded city like Mumbai. But this bike, which Benelli likes to call a Scrambler, is slightly different from what we have seen so far. It doesn’t have large body panels nor does it have any brand recognition as of now. But, it has a few traits that make it a very interesting motorcycle. 

Quality

Benelli Leoncino Benelli Leoncino front three quarters

The Leoncino belongs to a segment where a lot of focus goes on the visual experience. The styling has to be great. And the overall quality, too, needs to be perfect. While Benelli got the styling spot on, it should have spent a few more dollars and time to get the quality right. I mean, the quality is great for a motorcycle that’s priced around Rs 2 lakhs. But the Leoncino commands almost Rs 5 lakhs, and so it’s only fair to have such high expectations.

Benelli Leoncino Benelli Leoncino

The switchgear reeks of mediocrity. The plastics around the cluster and the headlamp unit feel a bit cheap. The routing of wire also could have been done in a much better way. However, the paint finish is outstanding. Our bike had a matte finish and it felt premium in every possible way. 

Comfort

Benelli Leoncino Benelli Leoncino action

The Leoncino has a seat height of 785mm and that’s a sweet number for an Indian buyer. With an accessible seat height like that, the Leoncino becomes a favourable proposition for a large number of Indian buyers. Even the seating position is comfortable for riders of all sizes. The wide handlebar, decently placed footpegs and low seat height feel natural. For a pillion, there’s a decent amount of space for short hauls. 

Benelli Leoncino Benelli Leoncino

In terms of the ride setup, the Leoncino benefits from adjustable suspension at the front and the rear. But the stock setup is too stiff for our liking. My back took a lot of beating especially when the motorcycle was ridden on bad roads at low speeds. The rear monoshock can be adjusted for preload and rebound using a knob. But weirdly, even the softest setting wasn’t to my liking. I had to be careful every time I saw a pothole. 

Performance

Benelli Leoncino Benelli Leoncino

The 500cc parallel-twin motor on the Leoncino has been borrowed from the TRK 502s. The power figures are the same – 47bhp and 46Nm of peak torque. This motor is refined and builds up power quite linearly. It can do triple-digit speeds all day long, but the lack of wind protection brings in a lot of limitation, especially on the highways. 

Benelli Leoncino Benelli Leoncino action

The Leoncino performs quite well within the city limits. The comfortable riding position, along with a motor that has lots of mid-range torque makes life a bit easier in a crowded city like Mumbai. The gear shifts are smooth as well. But the clutch feels a bit heavy. The motorcycle is well balanced due to which it’s easy to navigate through tight city traffic. The wide handlebar gives a lot of leverage. 

Benelli Leoncino Benelli Leoncino action

Coming to the brakes, the Leoncino is equipped with dual-discs at the front and a single one at the rear. This system performs really well and sheds speeds without much fuss. The power and bite are great. But we wish it could develop some good feedback on the levers. The dual-channel ABS can be switched off, but we don’t ever recommend that action. 

Technology

Benelli Leoncino Benelli Leoncino

The Leoncino 500 is a modern bike in every way. It gets liquid-cooling, fuel-injection and has a dual-channel ABS that can be switched off. It has LED lighting throughout, but the best system can be seen on the DRL and the taillight. 

Benelli Leoncino Benelli Leoncino

The instrument cluster gets a basic design but gives out all the necessary information. Other than the regular ride data, it shows clock, engine and ambient temperatures. The suspension is adjustable. However, it misses out on USB charging facility which has become a norm in most of the two-wheelers in India. 

Fuel Efficiency

Benelli Leoncino Benelli Leoncino

The Leoncino returned 26.8kmpl and that’s not a bad figure at all. With a fuel tank capacity of 12.7 litres, the bike can be ridden for approximately 340kms before stopping for a refill. 

Fitness of Purpose

Benelli Leoncino Benelli Leoncino action

Scramblers need to possess two strong traits – it needs to have a design that can turn heads and should also have the ability to take the rider wherever he wants. The Leoncino ticks the first box quite well, however, for the second aspect, it does just an average job. 

Our Take

Benelli Leoncino Benelli Leoncino headlamp

The Leoncino is priced at Rs 4.79 lakhs (ex-showroom Mumbai) and for that price, you get more than just a motorcycle. You get a machine that sounds good and makes you look cool wherever you go. I honestly enjoyed this motorcycle. In fact, I think it’s the best Benelli I have ever ridden. It has great ergos, a friendly motor and it’s so easy to live with. 

So if you are in the market for a multi-cylinder motorcycle and want to stand out in the crowd and live with it comfortably, then you should definitely check out the Leoncino 500.

Photography by Kapil Angane and Kaustubh Gandhi 

Full Review

-Hide Review

Bikes Similar to Leoncino 500 BS4

AD

Leoncino 500 BS4 Specifications & Features

Version

Standard

  • Standard

    ₹ 4,80,791

    • Electric Start
    • ABS
    • Disc Brakes

Specifications

  • Power & Performance

    Displacement Engine displacement is the measure of the cylinder volume swept by the pistons of an internal combustion engine. It indicates the engine size. 500 cc

    Max Power 46.8 bhp @ 8,500 rpm

    Max Torque 46 Nm @ 6,000 rpm

    Stroke Stroke indicates the number of engine cycles during which a piston travels from top to bottom. 66.8 mm

    Valves Per Cylinder Valves per cylinder indicate the intake (fuel) and outlet (exhaust of combustion gases) of an engine. 4

    Compression Ratio A compression ratio suggests the degree to which the fuel mixture is compressed before ignition. --

    Mileage - ARAI ARAI certified fuel economy that has been tested under controlled conditions. --

    Mileage - Owner Reported This is the fuel economy registered by Bikewale followers. --

    Riding Range The total range that a vehicle can travel on a full tank of fuel. --

    Top Speed The maximum speed that a vehicle can achieve. --

    Transmission 6 Speed Manual

    Transmission Type The transmission type will tell the kind of transmission a two-wheeler has. Chain Drive

    Gear Shifting Pattern Gear Shifting Pattern --

    Cylinders The number of cylinders that an engine features. Most two-wheelers sold in the Indian market feature a single-cylinder. 2

    Bore Bore is the diameter of each cylinder. 69 mm

    Ignition Ignition indicates to the type of starting system that a vehicle uses. --

    Spark Plugs A spark plug is a device for firing the explosive mixture. --

    Cooling System The cooling system suggests the cooling mechanism that a motor uses. The types include air, oil, or liquid. Liquid Cooled

    Clutch The clutch disengages or engages the engine from the transmission. --

    Fuel Delivery System --

    Fuel Tank Capacity The capacity of a vehicle to store fuel. 12.7 litres

    Reserve Fuel Capacity Reserve fuel is part of the main tank that is used when a vehicle is running low on petrol/diesel. 2 litres

    Emission Standard Emission standards indicate the output from the exhaust that is permissible in a country. BS4

    Fuel Type Fuel Type is the type of fuel that an engine uses to operate. The different types include petrol, diesel, electric, and ethanol among others. Petrol

    View more specs
  • Brakes, Wheels & Suspension

    Front Suspension Front suspension usually includes telescopic forks. Upside-down forks Ø 50mm with rebound adjust

    Rear Suspension Rear suspension setup mostly uses a rear mono-shock. Lateral hydraulic shock absorber with spring preload and rebound adjustment

    Braking System Braking system is used to reduce the speed of the vehicle or bring it to a standstill. Switchable ABS

    Rear Wheel Size Rear wheel size indicates the diameter of the rear wheel. 17 inch

    Front Tyre Size Front tyre size indicate the profile of the front tyre. 120/70 - ZR17 – M/C 58W

    Rear Tyre Size Rear tyre size indicates the profile of the rear tyre. 160/60 - ZR17 – M/C 69H

    Front Brake Type Most vehicles feature a disc brake at the front although some commuter segment products come with a drum setup. Disc

    Front Brake Size Front brake size indicates the size of the disc or drum setup at the front wheel. 320 mm

    Rear Brake Type Most vehicles come with a drum brake setup at the back although higher spec models feature a disc brake at the rear. Disc

    Rear Brake Size Rear brake size indicates the size of the disc or drum setup at the front wheel. 260 mm

    Calliper Type Front-4 Piston, Rear-Single Piston Calliper

    Wheel Type Wheel types include two types - Wire-spoke and Alloy wheels. Alloy

    Front Wheel Size Front wheel size indicates the diameter of the front wheel. 17 inch

    Tyre Type Tyre types are divided into two - Tubeless and Tube Type. Tubeless

    Radial Tyres Radial tyres use steel belts that run at a 90-degree angle with the tread line. Yes

    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) --

    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) --

    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) --

    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) --

    View more specs
  • Dimensions & Chassis

    Kerb Weight Kerb weight of the motorcycle is the total weight of a vehicle that is ready for operation. It includes all standard equipment and necessary consumables. --

    Seat Height The seat height is the height of the rider's saddle from the ground. --

    Ground Clearance The ground clearance is the distance between the ground and the lowest point of a vehicle. 160 mm

    Overall Width Total width of the vehicle. 875 mm

    Overall Height Overall height is the tallest point of a motorcycle, usually the mirror or the top of a windscreen. 1,148 mm

    Wheelbase The wheelbase is the distance between the front and the rear wheel. 1,460 mm

    Overall Length Overall length of the vehicle is the total length of a two-wheeler from the front to the back. 2,160 mm

    Chassis Type The chassis type is the primary/main frame of a two-wheeler. Steel Trellis

    View more specs
  • Manufacturer Warranty

    Standard Warranty --

    Standard Warranty --

Features

Odometer Odometer keeps the track of the total kilometres travelled by a vehicle in its lifetime. Digital

Speedometer Speedometer gives an indication of the current speed at which a vehicle is travelling. Digital

Fuel Guage Fuel guage indicates the level of fuel available in the tank of a vehicle. Yes

AHO (Automatic Headlight On)--

Shift LightYes

Headlight Type--

Digital Fuel Guage Digital fuel guage shows the information about the fuel level in a vehicle through a digital display. Yes

Tachometer Tachometer shows the real-time reading of the revs per minute (RPM) at which the engine is operating. Digital

Stand Alarm Stand alarm notifies the rider if the side stand of the vehicle is engaged. Some vehicles comes with a side stand cut-off feature that does not allow the motor to start until the side stand is lifted. Yes

No. of Tripmeters No of tripmeters indicate the total number of trip meters that a vehicle's instrument cluster features. Usually, premium vehicles come with two trip meters, while budget two-wheelers feature a single trip meter. 1

Tripmeter Type Tripmeters are available in two type - analogue and digital. The analogue unit usually features a single trip meter while a digital display may come with two trip meters. Digital

Low Fuel Indicator Low fuel indicator aims to remind the rider that the vehicle is running low on fuel, and it should be refueled soon. Yes

Low Oil Indicator Low oil indicator is a warning light that indicates that the engine is running lower oil than required to operate. Yes

Low Battery Indicator Low battery indicator suggests that the battery of the vehicle has lost a substantial amount of charge. Yes

Clock Clock is used to display time through the instrument cluster. This feature comes in motorcycles with a digital display. Yes

Battery Battery in a petrol-powered vehicle is used to support the self-start system, power the clock, and the USB charger. --

Front storage box No

Under seat storage No

Mobile App Connectivity Mobile App Connectivity connects the smartphone to the instrument cluster via Bluetooth to offer access to features such as incoming calls, messages, and music. No

DRLs (Daytime running lights) Daytime Running Lights, as the name suggest, are the lights that stay ON when the main headlight is switched off. This feature makes a vehicle easily visible in the rear view mirror of other vehicles. Yes

Brake/Tail Light--

Turn Signal--

Pass LightYes

GPS & NavigationNo

USB charging portNo

Start TypeElectric Start

KillswitchYes

Stepped SeatNo

Pillion BackrestNo

Pillion GrabrailYes

Pillion SeatYes

Pillion FootrestYes

Additional features--

View more features

Leoncino 500 BS4 price in India

Benelli Leoncino 500 BS4 News

Read all news
AD

Benelli Leoncino 500 BS4 Videos

Benelli Leoncino 500 | A Scrambler That's Really Loud! | BikeWale

  • Dec 16, 2019
  • 3
  • 0

In this video Pratheek Kunder rides the Leoncino 500 and puts it to the test in various conditions to tell you what this scrambler-styled motorcycle from Benelli is all about.

In this video Pratheek Kunder rides the Leoncino 500 and puts it to the test in various conditions to tell you what this scrambler-styled motorcycle from Benelli is all about.
View all videos

Benelli showrooms

Upcoming Benelli bikes

View all

Used Benelli Leoncino 500 BS4 bikes in India

View all used bikes

Here's a list of best Bikes

View all