Comparing the Benelli Leoncino 500 and the KTM 65 SX side by side helps you weigh how each motorcycle fits your riding needs before you decide. On the engine front, the Benelli Leoncino 500 comes with a 500cc unit compared to the KTM 65 SX's 64.9 cc, producing 35kW at 8500 r/min and 11.2 bhp @ 11500 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 23 Kmpl for the Benelli Leoncino 500 versus 30 kmpl for the KTM 65 SX. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both motorcycles is available in the table below.
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Engine Specifications |
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| Cooling System | Liquid-cooled | Liquid Cooling |
| Displacement | 500cc | 64.9 cc |
| Engine Type | 2-cylinder, 4-stroke, 8-valve | 1-cylinder, 2-stroke engine |
| Power | 35kW at 8500 r/min | 11.2 bhp @ 11500 rpm |
| Torque | 46N·m/6000 r/min | 10.8 Nm @ 7500 rpm |
Performance & Efficiency |
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| Fuel Tank Capacity | 12.7 L | 4.5 L |
| Mileage | 23 Kmpl | 30 kmpl |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Kerb Weight | 207 | 62 |
| Seat Height | 815 | 730 |
Brakes & Suspension |
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| ABS | Dual Channel ABS | — |
| Front Brake | Disc 320 mm Caliper - Front 4 Piston | Disc 198 mm |
| Front Suspension | Upside-down forks Ø 50mm with rebound brake adjustable | XACT 35 WP Upside-Down fork, Ø 35 mm |
| Rear Brake | Disc 260 mm Caliper - Rear 1 Piston | Disc 180 mm |
| Rear Suspension | Rear swing arm with lateral shock absorber with spring preload adjustment and hydraulic rebound brake adjustable | XACT WP mono shock |
Tyres & Wheels |
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| Front Tyre | Pirelli 120/70 ZR17 M/C | 60/100 - 14 |
| Rear Tyre | Pirelli 160/60 ZR17 M/C | 80/100 - 12 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Tubed |
| Wheel Type | Alloy | Spoke |
Features & Technology |
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| Headlight | LED | — |
Other Specifications |
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| Battery | 12V / 8AH | — |
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| Color Options | REDGREY | Orange |
| Fuel System | Fuel Injection | Carburetor (HIDRIA ECU) |
| Price Variants | STD | 560000 | STD | 546500 |
| Starter | Electric | Kickstarter |
| Transmission | 6- Speed | 6 Speed Manual |






