Leoncino

2017 Benelli Leoncino Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Engineered by Benelli for the enduro - offroad motorcycle segment, the 2017 Benelli Leoncino relies on a 499.6 cc (30.5 cu in) liquid-cooled twin, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 47.6 HP (34.7 kW) at 8,500 rpm while maximum torque reaches 45 Nm (33.2 lb-ft) at 4,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 95.3 HP per liter and a 4,000 rpm working window between peak torque (4,500 rpm) and peak power (8,500 rpm), the engine character is reflecting a performance-oriented street tune that balances strong mid-range pull with an energetic top-end rush.

On the scales, the Leoncino measures 170 kg (375 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.28 HP/kg (3.57 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 815 mm (32.1 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance, combined with a 1,450 mm (57.1 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 15-liter (4 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.

Within MotoLibrary's Benelli archive, this model family spans 3 indexed model years from 2017 to 2019, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.