Benelli Leoncino Trail 800 - The scrambler Gambler?

[@terrykillip8504]

I bought mine a year ago ,so far no problems wish I’d waited a bit longer because it’s nearly £1000 cheaper now at first the size was a bit intimidating but used to the height now, looks like Benelli have forgotten about this bike because of the lack of accessories available. It does need a radiator cover and a sump guard and definitely a rear tyre hugger because of the crap that flies up from the road. So a rear tyre hugger is really a must have accessory.

[@ontheroadadventure]

How many miles do you have on yours now, any corrosion appearing?

[@terrykillip8504]

Hi mate done about 1300 miles so far no corrosion and I’ve ridden it in some really bad weather.

[@ontheroadadventure]

Awesome, they have some great owner reviews these Benelli's@@terrykillip8504

[@Itspako8]

How’s the fuel consumption on this leoncino 800? Are there any cons about this motorcycle?

[@terrykillip8504]

@@Itspako8 consumption not brilliant haven’t had any problems as yet good bike overall .

[@batotofhell]

Have to admit, you really are selling those Benelli’s to me!

[@ontheroadadventure]

All very tempting

[@rorywcork]

Trk 502x since 21 18k on it no issues at all. Heavy to move about but fantastic on the road .took it around the Pyrenees with my son on his Benelli 502c great trip . He uses his for daily commute with over 25k on it not a day off the road. Looking at this Trail or 702x early next year . Enjoyed the review thanks for taking the time

[@ontheroadadventure]

Your very welcome, I have reviews on a few of the Benelli’s and also the voge 900 we were very impressed with if you want more tech

[@wioleta7058]

I do like this one!

[@ontheroadadventure]

Us too!

[@Freespeach123]

Good review! Which benelli is your favourite?

[@ontheroadadventure]

For me it has to be the TRK I’m looking forward to the 702

[@Hinckley_Biker]

Lovely looking bike Rich, and what a great sound! 🎶 I like the multistrada style cans and spoked alloy wheels, these are such good VFM, thanks for uploading 👍

[@ontheroadadventure]

Really nice looking bikes these, good to see manufacturers that are bringing affordable bikes to the table

[@steviejinx1225]

If they can produce these with no reliability issues and quality lasting parts, this is gonna cause SERIOUS issues for other bigger bike names.... manufacturers have raised the bike prices a lot to be fair, my new ZX10RR was just short of 24k. One of these would be awesome for loads of applications.

[@ontheroadadventure]

We agree, it goes to show it can be done at a fair price. Are we getting ripped off by the jap brands now?

[@steviejinx1225]

@ontheroadadventure My son just paid 24k for the new ZX10RR and my 03 GSXR1000 I paid £3,250 for left it in it's wake.

[@ontheroadadventure]

Wow 24k on a bike is allot of money when you think about it, it’s all getting a bit out of hand. You could buy property for that in other countries!

[@johnterry804]

I had the 500 version! Great looking good engine! Only one major problem? Especially for the Uk 🇬🇧 I brought mine start of summer within few months without going through winter it was rusting everywhere! Cheap metal used shame I sold before winter? That was a few years ago? Might have changed now! Look at down pipes and close At metal fittings

[@ontheroadadventure]

Did you leave it outside or garaged?

[@johnterry804]

@@ontheroadadventuregarage and regular rides! Also heard others had surface rust on other brand new bikes! I sold because of that plus a very poor dealership experience with them! Got a Triumph from west London who were excellent!

[@ontheroadadventure]

@@johnterry804 wow that is a shame, what year was your bike?

[@johnterry804]

@@ontheroadadventure 2020

[@Steph9nine]

I bought a Triumph scrambler 400x begining of this year. Now they have the leoncino on sale for 6900euro. Loking to swap my scrambler for the benelli. It 's such a wonderfull bike. Goin to take a testride soon!

[@ontheroadadventure]

Interesting, both are great machines. What do you think of the triumph and why swap for the Benelli?

[@Steph9nine]

@@ontheroadadventure I'm very happy with the triumph. I actually do not any real complains. But on longer rides goin 120km/h it's getting up to 7000/7500 rpm. Not a real issue but I think the leo wil be a bit more in the comfort zone. Also the power of the scrambler is enough. Very nicely balanced. Even in the low rpm's. But that leo just looks the part and I think the power combined with the bigger engine is gonna give me more comfort for longer rides and trips.

[@ontheroadadventure]

Thats fair to say, the Leo will be better for longer touring id say. Also Check out the Benelli TRK models, both very good bikes

[@Steph9nine]

@@ontheroadadventure I've seen it. But I'm not a fan of the design. Other than that it also looks like a very good bike.

[@nigel7768]

Looking at your test ride my only thought looking at it is maybe a sump gaurd to protect underneath and come up and protect the oil filter.

[@ontheroadadventure]

Yes I think that would be a good idea, it also wants a fender extender and rad cover, the radiator looks a bit open to stones being flicked up from the front tyre and making holes

[@stevenhoward8792]

Hi rich, really liking the look of these benilli's ,good video mate , I've just watched your camping video you did for your girl birthday, it was funny, that tent looked a shit hole and really uncomfortable and miserable, tbh mate don't think you are cut out for camping, I'm with you on that on mate definitely B&Bs or hotels for me have spent 23 years in the army getting cold and wet so not for me mate, keep up the good work mate really enjoying your content 👍

[@ontheroadadventure]

Thanks mate. It’s annoying because we realise if we can make camping more comfortable we can save a fortune when touring which means we can go more

[@TheOliveradams]

I bought mine new in 2022 and did 9000Km the first year , last year I bought a KTM 890R and so I only did 2000Km on the Benelli last year , it is a good bike and fun to ride and I had no problems at all after 11000Km , the only thing is the weight , it is a heavy bike for it's size , if it was 20Kg lighter it would be an amazing bike .

[@ontheroadadventure]

Another great review from a Benelli owner. Only seems to be people who have not owned one that are negative about them… I agree about the weight but at this price point and with good build quality I can let it go

[@TheOliveradams]

I even dare to say you can not buy anything better for that price and it looks great ! @@ontheroadadventure

[@ontheroadadventure]

@@TheOliveradams I just rode the Benelli 702 x and have been impressed once again by Benelli

[@Itspako8]

Does anyone know if it’s possible to change the rear tyre with the standard one? Same model of tyres of course but with the sizing of the standard model.. cause the trail version mounts a 170 rear while the standard one has a 180. So my question is if you could change it no prob since the size of the rim is the same for both models. Cheers

[@ontheroadadventure]

My guess is yes, but it is just a guess

[@advmotorrad]

What do ypu say is that gòod for touring 500 km a day ?

[@ontheroadadventure]

From Benelli I’d say you want the 502 TRK or 702 TRK. We use Africa twins, but there are many many good touring adventure bikes and I have reviews on most on the channel for you to take a look at see what’s important for you

[@Itspako8]

Do you guys reckon this bike as a daily? More importantly how’s the fuel consumption on this leoncino 800? I’ve been hearing that the fuel consumption was really bad..

[@ontheroadadventure]

In not sure from memory I’m sure fuel consumption will be listed online, you could definitely use it as a daily bike of course 👍

[@thestonegateroadrunner7305]

The Benelli TRK 702 has a different engine with 180 degree crank offset like in the Versys or CB500 engine. The Leoncino has a 270 degree crank offset which makes it sound like a 90 degree V2. If you want to save some money get the QJ SRT 700 which is technically identical with the TRK 702 but cheaper. Benelli quality: Since 2020 my son owns a 2018 Leoncino 500 and so far has done about 15000 k on it. This poor bike is ridden all year round, also on salty roads, gets zero maintenance or care but is technically and optically in very good condition. Zero issues or rust, starts every time at the first revolution, even after months of not being used. I'm impressed. The suspension is also a bit too hard, though.

[@ontheroadadventure]

People who own these Benelli motorcycles all seem to have good feedback on them. How have you found parts availability?

[@thestonegateroadrunner7305]

@@ontheroadadventure So far only a lost coolant expansion tank cap and a lost handlebar end weight was needed. The delivery time for the weight was a week. But the dealer simply removed it from a display model so it could be replaced immediately. As the next Benelli dealer is about 90 minutes away from our residence this was a nice service. To save the drive to the Dealer we tried to find the expansion tank cap online. In my research I realised that Benelli used many parts standard also in other italian bikes e.g. the expansion tank cap is identical to the corresponding Ducati part. In general the biggest issue in Germany is the too low density of dealers. Since I'm only 1 hour from the italian border the solution for this issue is easy for me. But as said, the Leoncino 500 is rock solid and understressed, both engine and the structure, I don't think we need any unplanned trips to a dealer any time soon. P.S. After the motorcycle fell over also a clutch lever was needed. Ordered online. Was delivered within a few days.

[@ontheroadadventure]

@@thestonegateroadrunner7305 ideal, sounds like good service

[@teneretraveller8980]

Would be good to get a pillion's perspective. Hardly anyone does this. And as your management division is also a keen biker her opinion would be welcomed. Or maybe you could pillion? Good watch. I might have missed it, but are those spoked rims tubeless? Ride safe 👍

[@ontheroadadventure]

Yes these are tubeless 👍 I don’t think there enough room for two on this bike! Not for us anyways 😂

[@1990-t1j]

Nice bike, but I'm glad I bought a pristine secondhand SCR950 instead.

[@ontheroadadventure]

A excellent choice it has to be said! Ride safe bud

[@1990-t1j]

@@ontheroadadventure Thanks. It's a bit heavy but rides well.

[@ontheroadadventure]

Very cool looking bike, I like it allot 👍

[@guyonacub4335]

If you had asked me a year ago to buy a Benelli, I would have laughed I was always a bit unsure of shying away from the big brands Its similar to the bird at school who you sort of fancied but your mates would have laughed at you if you had taken her out The bike scene has got to change now due to the other overpriced brands and this bike at that price just cannot be ignored The problem is the Big brands will always bad mouth these bikes to who ever mentions them, as they feel threatened by them £7200 is a lot of bike for the money Nice video again What camera is that on the bars please

[@ontheroadadventure]

I have to agree, when I bought my Africa twin I would never have entertained buying a benelli. Now I have ridden a few and spoke to owners and can see parts availability seems good, well that puts them up with the rest except bikes like the TRK 502 and now the TRK 702 are a third of the cost! Makes you wonder who is silly…

[@ontheroadadventure]

Camera on the bars is a Insta 360

[@wioleta7058]

Cool

[@ontheroadadventure]

Thanks ☺️

[@Crossers76]

Completely different engine than the TRK702. The engine in the TRK702 is the CFmoto 700 engine (692 cc). I was eager to see the TRK 702 but when I saw it at motorcycle live I was rather disappointed with it and not to mention it incredibly heavy and i found the switch gear very cheap. I'd seen some ex demos of the Benellis at my local dealer and they where alreay showing signs of rust which put me right off them which is a shame as I'd had high hopes.

[@ontheroadadventure]

Speaking of CFMoto they have the 800 MT coming out which is looking in paper to be another good budget friendly adventure bike

[@Crossers76]

I must admit, the CFMOTOs did looked much better quality. The 800MT has been out for a while now and looks a quality bike with an excellent tech package, its a little heavy at 231kg though.

[@ontheroadadventure]

@@Crossers76 For me I don’t mind heavy provided that also means solid build quality. I must get out and ride one soon

[@thestonegateroadrunner7305]

CFMoto 800 MT has the 790 Duke KTM engine - seriously cool and good looking adventure bike.

[@ontheroadadventure]

@@thestonegateroadrunner7305 I’m yet to try the CFMoto but let’s hope it turns out to be better build quality and reliability than a KTM!

[@steveelliott5643]

not much :"trail" riding there old bean,just another stylish road bike eh,jolly good show

[@ontheroadadventure]

Oh yes, this one is about looks not action!

[@real_altairaep249]

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[@ontheroadadventure]

Thanks for joining us 👍

[@12masterr]

So many chinesse clones out there!

[@ontheroadadventure]

And they seem to be improving each year…