Benelli Leoncino
Leoncino launch earlier than TRK 502 in India…
Benelli Leoncino Scrambler was recently launched in Malaysia for RM 29,678 (INR 4.56 lakh approx). This comes as a good news for Indian fans as most products first went on sale in Malaysia and then came straight to India through CKD or local production route.
In this case, Benelli can play safe and launch the same in India for around same price to get maximum benefits from this segment. Most manufacturers either make bikes around 300 cc and then jump straight to 650 cc but Benelli could break stereotypes with a 500 cc twin cylinder motorcycle.
They currently retail both the above given segment and that too with two products on each of the end. The center segment will host two products in the form of Benelli Leoncino and TRK 502 and take the total available premium bike lineup to a next level.
As Leoncino Scrambler and TRK 502 will share the engine, local production would be the best way to beat taxes and get numbers out of this middle segment. The production version of Leoncino carries certain changes like road friendly tyres and alloy wheels as the one seen in concept state had spoke rims with rugged tyres.
2018 Benelli Leoncino is powered by a 499.6 cc, twin cylinder engine producing 47 BHP at 8500 rpm and 45 Nm at 4500 Nm. This makes it much more powerful than any other 500 cc model on offer in India. They offer 185 mm of impressive ground clearance while Leoncino will weigh right under 200 kg for maximum performance.
Benelli’s exclusive 50 mm thick USD forks are used as front suspension while rear gets a monoshock with 145 mm of overall travel. Benelli will share most parts among TNT 300, TNT 600 and Leoncino to keep overall costs lower than any other motorcycle around this segment.
Specifications
- Displacement ; 499.6 cc
- No. of Cylinders ; 2
- No. of Gears ; 6
- Maximum Power ; 47 BHP @ 8500 rpm
- Maximum Torque ; 45 NM @ 4500 rpm
- Seat Height ; 815 mm
- Ground Clearance ; 185 mm
- Fuel Tank Capacity ; 15 litres
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WHEELS & TYRES
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DIMENSIONS,WEIGHT & CAPACITIES
- Overall Length ; 2100 mm
- Overall Width ; 800 mm
- Overall Height ; 1160 mm
- Seat Height ; 815 mm
- Ground Clearance ; 185 mm
- Wheelbase ; 1450 mm
- Dry Weight ; 170 kg
- Fuel Tank Capacity ; 15 litres
- Reserve Fuel Capacity ; 3 litres
- Speedometer - Yes
- Tachometer - Yes
- Trip Meter - Yes
- Odometer - Yes
- ABS Light - Yes
- Fuel Gauge - Yes
COMFORT & CONVENIENCE
OverviewBenelli unveiled a one of its kinds Scrambler at the EICMA 2015. The Leoncino, as the Scrambler is named, comes with a perfect mixture of retro styling, multiple abilities and advanced feature list. The Leoncino Scrambler defines itself as a middleweight motorcycle with relaxed riding dynamics.
- Step-up Seat/Split Seat - Yes
- Pass Light - Yes
- Engine Kill Switch - Yes
- Pillion Footrest - Yes
- Pillion Grabrail - No
- Electric Start - Yes OTHER SPECIFICATIONS
- Frame/Chassis ; Trellis frame
Review
OverviewBenelli unveiled a one of its kinds Scrambler at the EICMA 2015. The Leoncino, as the Scrambler is named, comes with a perfect mixture of retro styling, multiple abilities and advanced feature list. The Leoncino Scrambler defines itself as a middleweight motorcycle with relaxed riding dynamics.
Design and StyleThe dual shade Leoncino comes with off-road tyres on chrome spoke wheels, offering a bit of vintage look through the missing alloy wheels. More comes from its round headlight, surrounded by LED turn indicators offering futuristic experience under the retro appeal. The twin exhaust merges into a a single round covered can covered in Chrome and Black.
Dimensions and WeightThe overall length of the Leoncino is 2100mm whereas it gets a healthy 800mm of overall width. The bike measures 1160mm in height and 815mm in seat height. The bike weighs 170 kg and gets fuel tank of 15 liters.
Engine and GearboxThe engine powering the Benelli's Leoncino Scrambler is a 499.6cc, 2-cylinder engine producing 47 BHP @ 8500 rpm and 45 NM @ 4500 rpm. The gearbox on the same is a 6-speed unit. Made for relaxed riding, the engine would produce lesser vibrations and deliver its overall torque at a relatively low rpm than many of the same segment bikes.
Brakes and SuspensionThe braking on the Leoncino is handled by 320mm dual disc units at the front and a single 260mm single disc at the rear. The suspension on the same is 50mm telescopic forks at the front and monoshock at the rear. The Leoncino comes with ABS as standard. It uses 110/80-19 tyre for the front and 150/70-17 for the rear.
Shades and Expected PriceThe Leoncino would be available in multiple shades and currently it was displayed in Red shade with Black inserts on different positions. It is expected to be priced around INR 4,50,000 for the Indian market,Expected Launch Date November 2017
Benelli recently launched its first fully faired motorcycle, the 302R in India. DSK Benelli has lined up few more launches in the country, and the next motorcycle will be the Leoncino Scrambler.
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