Benelli Launches Leoncino 250 at Rs. 2.5 Lakh

Benelli and Adishwar Auto Ride India – Mahavir Group, has launched a neo-retro motorcycle for the Indian market - “Benelli Leoncino 250”.

The all-new Benelli Leoncino 250 is launched at Rs. 2.5 lakh. The Leoncino 250 is a compact, authentic motorcycle that comes in contemporary style with the edgy character and innovative lines typical of the Leoncino range. The 250cc Leoncino is a blend of heritage, design, and innovation, typical of the rest of the family from the historic Pesaro-based brand.

Benelli India is offering the Leoncino 250 with '3-Year Unlimited Kilometre Warranty as Standard'*. Customers can book the Benelli Leoncino 250 for Rs. 6,000 (Fully refundable), by logging onto the website or by visiting the nearest Benelli India Dealership.

The Leoncino 250 is available in 4 colors – White, Grey, Red, and Brown. 

The Benelli Leoncino 250 comes with a single-cylinder, four-stroke, liquid-cooled, 249cc engine. The bike features a double overhead camshaft with 4-valves per cylinder, electronic fuel injection with a 37mm throttle body and a 6-speed gearbox. Maximum power and torque are respectively 25.8 PS at 9250rpm and 21Nm at 8000rpm. 

Highlighting the contemporary design of the Leoncino 250, the steel tube trellis frame fits perfectly with the tank design, offering balanced and dynamic surfaces, as does the tail guard which is compact. The full-LED headlight assembly is completely redesigned, in comparison to the Leoncino 500, its elder sibling. The instrument panel is digital and clearly visible in all conditions. Like its elder sibling, the Leoncino 250 features a proud, laser-cut Lion on the front mudguard, recalling the history of this model.

Commenting on the launch of the Benelli Leoncino 250, Vikas Jhabakh, MD – Benelli India, said, “The Leoncino 250 is an expression of style. Combining tradition and innovation, the Leoncino 250 is a classic motorcycle redesigned with modern elements and will prove to be a perfect companion for city and long hauls alike.”

“With the launch of the Leoncino 250, we are entering into an affordable superbike segment and are hoping to gain considerable market share in India. Currently, we are witnessing good momentum in terms of overall sales, thanks to our efficient customer service that is helping us build a loyal customer base”.

The suspension of the Leoncino 250 consists of a 41mm upside-down fork on the front, while the back-end has a swinging arm with a pre-load adjustable mono-shock. 

The braking system includes a 280mm floating disc with a four-piston caliper on the front and a 240mm disc with a single-piston floating caliper at the back with Dual-Channel ABS. The 17" aluminum alloy rims mount 110/70-R17 and 150/60-R17 tires at the front and rear respectively, ensuring maximum road safety.