Husqvarna Svartpilen 801 vs Benelli Leoncino 250
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Husqvarna Svartpilen 801 vs Benelli Leoncino 250. Husqvarna Svartpilen 801: 105 hp @ 8,000 rpm hp, 189 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed ~210 km/h (estimated), Motoryk rating 7.8/10. 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.
Performance at a Glance
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Husqvarna Svartpilen 801
Benelli Leoncino 250
Horsepower (hp)
105 hp
17 hp
Torque (Nm)
93 Nm
20 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
210 km/h
120 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
189 kg
153 kg
Type
Scrambler
Scrambler
Horsepower
105 hp @ 8,000 rpm
~17 hp @ 8,000 rpm (estimated based on available market data)
Torque
93 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
~20 Nm @ 6,000 rpm (estimated)
Top Speed
~210 km/h (estimated)
~120 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer figures not widely published)
Weight
189 kg (wet/curb weight)
~153 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
~5.5 L/100km (estimated real-world average)
3.0–3.5 L/100km (approx. 28–33 km/L typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Husqvarna Svartpilen 801
7.8/10
"A genuinely capable scrambler for riders who actually ride hard."
Pros
+Strong, characterful twin engine
+Genuine off-road capability
+Premium WP suspension components
Cons
−Brutal seat after 90 minutes
−Early software/fueling quirks
−Limited dealer network support
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
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