Benelli Leoncino 250 vs Husqvarna Svartpilen 701
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Benelli Leoncino 250 vs Husqvarna Svartpilen 701. Benelli Leoncino 250: ~17 hp @ 8,000 rpm (estimated based on available market data) hp, ~153 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed ~120 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer figures not widely published), Motoryk rating 6.5/10. Husqvarna Svartpilen 701: 74 hp @ 8,000 rpm hp, 157 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 175 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.8/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Benelli Leoncino 250
Husqvarna Svartpilen 701
Horsepower (hp)
17 hp
74 hp
Torque (Nm)
20 Nm
72 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
120 km/h
175 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
153 kg
157 kg
Type
Scrambler
Scrambler
Horsepower
~17 hp @ 8,000 rpm (estimated based on available market data)
74 hp @ 8,000 rpm
Torque
~20 Nm @ 6,000 rpm (estimated)
72 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
Top Speed
~120 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer figures not widely published)
175 km/h
Weight
~153 kg (wet/curb weight)
157 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
3.0–3.5 L/100km (approx. 28–33 km/L typical real-world average)
4.5–5.5 L/100km (typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Benelli Leoncino 250
6.5/10
"A stylish urban toy that rewards cautious buyers and punishes neglect."
Pros
+Genuinely attractive scrambler styling
+Comfortable upright riding position
+Lightweight and easy handling
Cons
−Poor dealer and parts network
−Engine hates neglected maintenance
−Motorway use feels strained
Husqvarna Svartpilen 701
7.8/10
"A flawed but genuinely exciting single that rewards committed riders."
Pros
+Punchy LC4 engine character
+Genuinely distinctive styling
+Capable WP suspension
Cons
−Tiny 4.5-litre tank
−Expensive service intervals
−Early fuel pump issues
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