Benelli Leoncino 500 vs Suzuki Sv650
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Benelli Leoncino 500 vs Suzuki Sv650. Benelli Leoncino 500: 47 hp @ 8,500 rpm hp, 204 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 160 km/h, Motoryk rating 6.5/10. Suzuki Sv650: 73 hp @ 8,500 rpm hp, 197 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 200 km/h (est. — note: manufacturer limited; some sources report up to 210 km/h), Motoryk rating 8.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Benelli Leoncino 500
Suzuki Sv650
Horsepower (hp)
47 hp
73 hp
Torque (Nm)
46 Nm
64 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
160 km/h
200 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
204 kg
197 kg
Type
Naked
Naked
Horsepower
47 hp @ 8,500 rpm
73 hp @ 8,500 rpm
Torque
46 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
64 Nm @ 7,400 rpm
Top Speed
160 km/h
200 km/h (est. — note: manufacturer limited; some sources report up to 210 km/h)
Weight
204 kg (wet/curb weight)
197 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
4.5 L/100km (approx. 22 km/L typical real-world average)
5.5 L/100km or ~18 km/L (typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Benelli Leoncino 500
6.5/10
"Stylish weekend cruiser that punishes you for depending on it."
Pros
+Genuinely head-turning scrambler styling
+Torquey low-rev character
+Comfortable upright ergonomics
Cons
−Thin dealer and parts network
−Suspension too soft overall
−Uninspiring brake feel
Suzuki Sv650
8.5/10
"The most sensible used sportbike money can buy, full stop."
Pros
+Bulletproof engine, cheap parts
+Rewarding V-twin character
+Massive aftermarket support
Cons
−Stock suspension undersprung
−Subframe rusts when neglected
−Seat comfort drops fast
Top 10 Accessories
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