Yamaha R3 vs Benelli Leoncino 500

Should you buy Yamaha R3 or Benelli Leoncino 500 Find out which bike is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their price, mileage, features, colours and other specs. Yamaha R3 price in Delhi is Rs 359900 (ex-showroom price) whereas the Benelli Leoncino 500 price in Delhi is Rs 499000 (ex-showroom). The engine in the R3 makes 42 PS and 29.5 Nm . On the other hand, the power and torque of Leoncino 500 stand at 47.5 PS and 46 Nm respectively. Yamaha offers the R3 in 2 colours whereas the Benelli Leoncino 500 comes in 2 colours. Out of 10 user reviews, Leoncino 500 scores 4.4 whereas the Yamaha R3 tallies 4.4 out of 5 based on 12 user reviews..The Yamaha R3 Mileage is around 25 kmpl, while the Benelli Leoncino 500 Mileage is around 23 kmpl.

R3 vs Leoncino 500

Key Highlights	R3	Leoncino 500
Mileage (Overall)	25 kmpl	23 kmpl
Max Power	42 PS @ 10750 rpm	47.5 PS @ 8500 rpm
Body Type	Sports Bikes	Scrambler Bikes
Engine Type	4-stroke, 2-cylinder, Liquid-cooled, DOHC, 4-valves	In line 2 cylinders, 4-stroke, liquid cooled, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder

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Basic Information	Yamaha R3	Benelli Leoncino 500
On-Road Price	Rs.4.28 Lakh onwards	Rs.5.89 Lakh onwards
Mileage (Overall)	25 kmpl	23 kmpl
Max Power	42 PS @ 10750 rpm	47.5 PS @ 8500 rpm
User Rating	4.4 Based on Yamaha R3 Reviews	4.4 Based on Benelli Leoncino 500 Reviews
Body Type	Sports Bikes	Scrambler Bikes
EMI Starts	₹ 11,709 Get EMI offers Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years	₹ 16,123 Get EMI offers Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years
Insurance	Rs.29,592 R3 Insurance	Rs.25,669 Leoncino 500 Insurance
Colours	Icon BlueYamaha Black	Steel Grey
Brochure	Download Brochure	Download Brochure

Basic Information

Yamaha R3

Benelli Leoncino 500

On-Road Price

Rs.4.28 Lakh onwards

Rs.5.89 Lakh onwards

Mileage (Overall)

25 kmpl

23 kmpl

Max Power

42 PS @ 10750 rpm

47.5 PS @ 8500 rpm

User Rating

4.4

Based on Yamaha R3 Reviews

4.4

Based on Benelli Leoncino 500 Reviews

Body Type

Sports Bikes

Scrambler Bikes

EMI Starts

₹ 11,709

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Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years

₹ 16,123

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Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years

Insurance

Rs.29,592
R3 Insurance

Rs.25,669
Leoncino 500 Insurance

Colours

Icon BlueYamaha Black

Steel Grey

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Engine and Transmission
Engine Type	4-stroke, 2-cylinder, Liquid-cooled, DOHC, 4-valves	In line 2 cylinders, 4-stroke, liquid cooled, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Displacement	321 cc	500 cc
No. of Cylinders	2	2
Cooling System	Liquid Cooled	Liquid Cooled
Valve Per Cylinder	2	4
Fuel Supply	Fuel Injection	Fuel Injection
Clutch	Wet, Multiple Disc	Wet clutch
Ignition	Electric	ECU - TLI
Gear Box	6 Speed	6 Speed
Bore	68 mm	69 mm
Stroke	44.1 mm	66.8 mm
Compression Ratio	11.2:1	11.5:1
Emission Type	bs6-2.0	bs6-2.0
Max Torque	29.5 Nm @ 9000 rpm	46 Nm @ 6000 rpm
Starting	Self Start Only	Self Start Only
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Engine and Transmission

Engine Type

4-stroke, 2-cylinder, Liquid-cooled, DOHC, 4-valves

In line 2 cylinders, 4-stroke, liquid cooled, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder

Displacement

321 cc

500 cc

No. of Cylinders

Cooling System

Liquid Cooled

Features
Instrument Console	Digital	Digital
USB Charging Port	No	No
Speedometer	Digital	Digital
Techometer	Digital	Digital
Tripmeter	Digital	Digital
Odometer	Digital	Digital
Seat Type	Split	Single
Clock	Yes	Yes
Passenger Footrest	Yes	Yes
Average Fuel economy Indicator	Yes	-
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Features

Instrument Console

Digital

USB Charging Port

Speedometer

Digital

Techometer

Digital

Features and Safety
Fuel Gauge	Digital	Digital
Adjustable Windscreen	-	Yes
Real Time Mileage Indicator	Yes	-

Features and Safety

Fuel Gauge

Digital

Adjustable Windscreen

Real Time Mileage Indicator

Performance
Overall Mileage	25 kmpl	23 kmpl
Top Speed	170 kmph	170 kmph

Performance

Overall Mileage

25 kmpl

23 kmpl

Top Speed

170 kmph

Dimensions and Capacity
Fuel Capacity	14 L	12.7 L
Width	730 mm	875 mm
Length	2090 mm	2160 mm
Height	1140 mm	1160 mm
Fuel Reserve	-	2 L
Saddle Height	780 mm	815 mm
Ground Clearance	160 mm	165 mm
Wheelbase	1380 mm	1460 mm
Kerb Weight	169 kg	207 kg
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Dimensions and Capacity

Fuel Capacity

14 L

12.7 L

Width

730 mm

875 mm

Length

2090 mm

2160 mm

Height

1140 mm

1160 mm

Electricals
Headlight	LED	LED
Taillight	LED	LED
Turn Signal Lamp	LED	LED
DRLs	-	Yes
Projector Headlights	-	Yes
LED Taillights	Yes	Yes
Low Fuel Indicator	Yes	Yes
Average Fuel economy Indicator	Yes	-
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Electricals

Headlight

LED

Taillight

LED

Turn Signal Lamp

LED

DRLs

Tyres and Brakes
Front Brake Diameter	298 mm	320 mm
Rear Brake Diameter	220 mm	260 mm

Tyres and Brakes

Front Brake Diameter

298 mm

320 mm

Rear Brake Diameter

220 mm

260 mm

Underpinnings
Frame	Diamond	Frame in steel tubes

Underpinnings

Frame

Diamond

Frame in steel tubes

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User Reviews of Comparison

R3
Leoncino 500

S
satyam on Apr 01, 2025
4.5
Yamaha R3 a great bike.
Yamaha R3 is a great bike, offer smooth performance and stylish design. It's 321 engine delivers great power, While comfort and breaking are impressive. It's a top choice for sports bike lovers. The aggressive styling and build quality make it stand out, while the upright sitting position provides a comfortable riding experience, even on longer rides. I think it's a great bike for all bike lovers.
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naresh on Feb 24, 2025
4.5
It was an memorable thing
It was an memorable thing that happened in my life were my Dad presented me a bike on my birthday. And the bike was my one of the dream bike to buy in my life. The dual led headlights and sculpted fuel tank give it a premium, aggressive look. Fuel efficiency is around 40-45 kmpl, depending on riding conditions.
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Y
yaseen on Oct 11, 2024
4.2
The mileage should be increase
The mileage is not bad but still bike performance is good and good looking bike mileage should be increase to 30-40 like they given to r15 v3 and v4
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vikas on Sep 14, 2024
5.0
Yamaha R3 bike review
Very peppy and nimble powerful machine looking are so better other brand and segment. Riding poacher very comfortable. This bike made for racing fun enjoy and long travel.
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puran on Aug 29, 2024
4.2
Love Yamaha.......
It's great machine ,parfomce and pic up lovely and strong bike I m using R15 from last 9 years still I Love Yamaha
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R
rohit on Sep 17, 2024
4.2
really a lion cub
Best handler, amazing braking and performance fuel tank is small atleats a 15ltr tank would have great. comfort is also good. over all good middle weight entry level superbike
J
john on Feb 01, 2024
5.0
Good Design
The best bike with a scrambler structure. It provides an awesome experience, and we feel thrilled when we rev the bike.
K
kumar on Nov 30, 2023
3.0
A Worth Look.
The Leoncino 500 is a bike I recently purchased and have been enjoying. After riding it for a while I can say the Leoncino 500 delivers on its promises. The 500cc parallel twin engine provides plenty of low and midrange torque for zipping through traffic and cruising the highway. The classic scrambler styling looks great and the comfortable seat and upright ergonomics make it easy to ride for long periods. If you want a stylish, easy-to-handle middleweight naked bike with decent power The Benelli Leoncino 500 is worth a look.
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T
tanya on Nov 22, 2023
4.0
Fantastic Experience
The Benelli Leoncino 500 has converted the standard delicacy and vitality of the highway that I'm familiar with. Because of its iconic 2-wheeler and robust ministry, every elevator offers a novelettish and significant experience. Its ultramodern features and slice and bone functionality give a flawless and active interpretation on all fronts. monumental commands and first-rate inductions give a gratuitous caste of luxury, making every ride affable and stirring, whether it's a whirlwind assist or a belated ride. The Benelli Leoncino 500 has surfaced as the classic of archetypal fineness and I like it more, setting new norms for what a true archetypal sedan can achieve in tenures of honey and interpretation.
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T
tanya on Nov 20, 2023
4.0
The Stylish Bike
The Benelli Leoncino 500 is a stylish and versatile bike designed to provide a great riding experience. With its 500cc engine, it offers a balanced combination of power and agility for various riding situations. The thing that sets the Leoncino 500 apart is its modern and classic design, making it suitable for both city rides and longer trips. However, it may not have the high-end power and features of more expensive bikes, but it offers a good and stylish ride for those searching for a balance between style and performance.
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FAQs on Yamaha R3 and Benelli Leoncino 500

Q) Which bike is better Yamaha R3 or Benelli Leoncino 500?

A) As per our average user rating, Yamaha R3 has a score of 4.4/5 while Benelli Leoncino 500 has rate of 4.4 /5.

Q) Which bike among Yamaha R3 and Benelli Leoncino 500 is cheaper?

A) Yamaha R3 price starts at Rs 359900 & Benelli Leoncino 500 price starts at Rs 499000 in Delhi . Yamaha R3 is cheaper between these.

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