Benelli Leoncino 800

Benelli Leoncino 800 Highlights

Latest On: We have got our hands on some exclusive information about the engine specifications and other details of the Benelli Leoncino 800. The motorcycle is powered by a Benelli 752S-derived 754cc parallel twin liquid-cooled engine. However, in the neo-retro bike, the motor makes slightly more power. It produces 81.5PS at 9000rpm and 67Nm 6500rpm. The engine is Euro 5-compliant and works in tandem with a 6-speed transmission linked to a final chain drive.

The motorcycle is built on a trellis frame with Marzocchi 50mm inverted fork up front and a monoshock at the rear. It also features premium braking hardware - dual 320mm discs up front grabbed by Brembo radial calipers and a 260mm rear disc. Benelli offers dual-channel ABS as standard. The bike rolls on spoke wheels with tubeless Pirelli MT60 RS dual-purpose tyres. Other notable features include TFT screen with directional buttons on the switchgear, all-LED lighting system and a standard centre stand. Benelli says the Leoncino 800 will be available internationally by mid-2020, so expect the bike to be launched in India around October 2020. It is likely to cost around Rs 6.5 lakh to Rs 7 lakh (ex-showroom).