Triumph Bonneville Scrambler 1200 Xe vs Benelli Leoncino 250
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Triumph Bonneville Scrambler 1200 Xe vs Benelli Leoncino 250. Triumph Bonneville Scrambler 1200 Xe: 90 hp @ 7,500 rpm hp, 236 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 193 km/h (estimated), Motoryk rating 8.5/10. 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
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Triumph Bonneville Scrambler 1200 Xe
Benelli Leoncino 250
Horsepower (hp)
90 hp
17 hp
Torque (Nm)
110 Nm
20 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
193 km/h
120 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
236 kg
153 kg
Type
Scrambler
Scrambler
Horsepower
90 hp @ 7,500 rpm
~17 hp @ 8,000 rpm (estimated based on available market data)
Torque
110 Nm @ 4,250 rpm
~20 Nm @ 6,000 rpm (estimated)
Top Speed
193 km/h (estimated)
~120 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer figures not widely published)
Weight
236 kg (wet/curb weight)
~153 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
5.5–6.5 L/100km (approx. 15–18 km/L typical real-world average)
3.0–3.5 L/100km (approx. 28–33 km/L typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Triumph Bonneville Scrambler 1200 Xe
8.5/10
"The best-looking adventure scrambler that actually delivers on its promise."
Pros
+Genuinely capable off-road ability
+Stunning period-correct styling
+Torquey, characterful twin engine
Cons
−Heavy for serious off-road
−Premium pricing even used
−Early throttle-by-wire gremlins
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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