Cafe Racer (Benelli Leoncino 500 by Zeus Custom)

[@SadCatMkII]

Zeus Customs have outdone themselves yet again. It is surprising to see a bike that looks so different from stock, even though the body dimensions were not extensively modified. If I had a chance to let a shop build a bike for me, it would definitely be Zeus Customs.

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you my friend for sharing your opinion. :) Cheers.

[@grantwoolliams4762]

Absolutely loved that video, please let company designers start taking this bolt on accessories in favour. Allowing people's creative flare come out. Those who have the visionbut maybe not the knowhow. Most inspiring video yet

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you my friend for all your kind words, and for sharing your perspective. :) Cheers.

[@wordsmithgmxch]

Beauty. Yes, definitely, beauty. But something rough and primal as well. So fine! Thank you, Racer. And thank you, too, for mentioning the bolt-on rear frame and suggesting that someone might want to do an after-market version --- or versions. That could be truly inspirational for a dreamer that doesn't trust himself to do a lot of cutting and welding.

[@RACER_TV]

You are welcome my friend. It is always nice to promote the best solutions for each motorcycle. Thank you my friend for your support. :) Cheers.

[@TheBernie1962]

Thanks for bringing this bike to us this guy is really turning out some wonderful rides.

[@RACER_TV]

You are welcome my friend. My pleasure. Cheers.

[@ZEUSCUSTOM]

Thanks, Racer TV You surprised us again. /\ Greetings from Thailand, See U Coming Projects.

[@dunicm]

Zeus Custom you just got new subscriber 😁👍

[@AnonymousBosch3158]

One of the best customizers in the for world for sure. Greetings from Brazil.

[@camilosalazar9949]

As Daniel Says, one of the best customizers in the World!

[@RACER_TV]

You are welcome guys. I am glad you were surprised, that was precisely my intention. And thank you for creating such beautiful projects like this one. :) I am sure that in the future, we will see another Zeus Custom project on Racer TV channel. :) Cheers.

[@VintageMotorcycles]

Awesome bike! Congrats

[@ivanchem2716]

Can't understand how this Chanel has 200k subscribers, all your videos are like ART to me

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you my friend for all your kind words. I appreciate your support. To be honest, i don't expect to reach a huge success on youtube. because this kind of motorcycles, is only a niche of market. But let's see how things will evolve in the future. :) Cheers.

[@RavenRaven-se6lr]

Way to go Zeus and racer TV keep up the inspirational bike builds

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you my friend for your support. :) Cheers.

[@WillysPerformanceCycleCtr]

The Zeus Customs examples you present seem to always be very refined, well thought out designs. The Benelli is a very nice, refined sounding engine and an excellent base upon which to build a Café bike. I’m a little surprised at the ‘chain drive’ shifter. That’s new to me! In the world of Café, it seems out of place, but, certainly is creative and unique! As always, thank you for Racer TV, the Café Racers only choice! Best regards my friend. Have a wonderful weekend!

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you my friend for sharing your usual perspective. I agree with everything you said. I wish you a wonderful weekend too. :) Cheers.

[@anilpun2592]

knew that this bike will come one day in racer tv from the beginning when zeus custom first published this video in their youtube channel..zeus custom are really cool

[@edmaluf]

royal rider Thanks for mentioning that Zeus custom has a KZbin channel. I just subscribed. Cheers!

[@anilpun2592]

you welcome bro

[@RACER_TV]

Yes my friend, i couldn't ignore this project. Thank you my friend for your support. :) Cheers.

[@lcrgarage3245]

Great looking bike. Luv that chain, gear shift mechanism.

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you. I'm glad you liked my friend. :) Cheers.

[@solarflare1008]

Impeccable talent and outstanding job. Also nice old style helmet.

[@Marcus_Cordeiro]

Espetaculo de moto... Linda customização... Parece que a moto já é fabricada assim. Ótimo vídeo

[@RACER_TV]

Obrigado amigo Marcus. Fico contente que tenha gostado. :) Um abraço.

[@gabrielvaca1978]

Hermosa máquina, la gente de Zeus son unos grandes constructores.

[@RACER_TV]

Gracias amigo. :) Saludos.

[@antomoura]

Já estamos habituados à beleza Italiana desde sempre. Parabéns pelo video e até para a semana, grande abraço.

[@RACER_TV]

Obrigado amigo Moura. Fico contente que tenha gostado desta beleza Italiana, embora seja fabricada na China. Lol. :) Um abraço.

[@elvisjacintopopa7852]

Excelente presentación y excelente diseño y trabajo sobre esa preciosa máquina, felicitaciones a ambos. - Racer Tv y Zeus Custom-

[@RACER_TV]

Gracias amigo. :) Saludos.

[@gilbertovalente509]

Mais um bom vídeo com atenção a vários detalhes. Até para a semana

[@RACER_TV]

Obrigado amigo pelo comentário. :) Um abraço.

[@Mericanu]

Thank you so much for choosing a Benelli, that really came out awesome!!! And it sounds pretty good.Not many of them around here in United States, unfortunately... have a great day cheers

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you my friend for sharing your American perspective. :) Cheers.

[@johnjaeger4804]

Consistently high quality videos and interesting projects. Thank you again.

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you my friend for your support. :) Cheers.

[@aGentleUser]

Well the benelli leoncino is already a beauty! Very cool sound comparison however I am even happier with my 270° - V2 sound emulator :D

[@RACER_TV]

Indeed. the 270° - V2 sound is also my favorate. :) Cheers.

[@ranchero50]

Looks like a fun little weekday morning backroads bike to enjoy life on empty twisty road while the untold masses toil for their daily bread. Bar end lights may be coming soon to my bike if I can mount the mirrors out there too. Good stuff.

[@SandraOrtmann1976]

Aargh...I need this. In red. Though I will be absolutely happy with the stock version...so, so beautiful.

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you for sharing your opinion. :) Cheers.

[@inkitatus1]

Very nice bike! Not what I'd call a caff racer, especially with those tyres, but a stunner nonetheless. Thanks for showing us, Cheers 👍👍

[@RACER_TV]

Yes my friend, the tyres are no the right ones, but it is always something that we can change easily. Thank you my friend for sharing your opinion. :) Cheers.

[@katana258]

better then another junk cb-350, bmw, or Honda fake moto guzzi that's all the rage with the hipster, soy boys

[@inkitatus1]

@@katana258 dunno,those were all that we could afford back in the '80s. I'd have thought this is far more hipster with those high bars & knobblies...but all two wheelers are great 👍

[@Cicero75BC]

Benelli Leoncino 500 not available in the states. It's a beautiful bike.

[@RACER_TV]

I didn't know that. Probably because it is not the most adequate motorcycle for the US Roads. Thank you my friend for sharing your perspective. :) Cheers.

[@lucasassis9867]

"WELCOME, to Racer... TV!" I love that! hahaha

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you my friend for your support. :) Cheers.

[@helioerg5402]

Bom dia amigo! Duas belas motos: a original e a customizada. De fato, parece que a fábrica pensou nos seus clientes que gostam de customizar. Gostei muito do conjunto banco/rabeta e do farol e concordo que a parte traseira, em especial a balança, e belíssima. Pena que no Brasil não há presenca da Benelli....

[@RACER_TV]

Obrigado amigo Helio. Fico contente que tenha gostado. Para já, até aqui em Portugal a Benelli é uma marca que "renasceu" à muito poucos anos. Embora a Benelli seja uma marca antiga, só nos últimos 2 anos é que se notou a sua existência, devido aos novos modelos lançados no mercado. Mas acredito que depois de conquistar um bom mercado na Europa, irá virar-se para os Países da América, até porque as motos são quase totalmente fabricadas na China, daí que tenham preços bastante competitivos. :) Um abraço.

[@helioerg5402]

Vamos torcer amigo, se bem que as perspectivas em se tratando de Brasil estão longe de ser animadoras. Hoje, acho muito difícil que uma empresa decida investir aqui, ainda que digam que nosso mercado de motos há de crescer bastante. Um grande abraço!!!!!

[@ZenJenZ]

It never hurts to dream a little.. 👏

[@RACER_TV]

Yeap. That is true. :) Cheers.

[@ZenJenZ]

RACER TV Cheers

[@ronf5025]

Thank you for another excellent video.

[@RACER_TV]

You are welcome my friend. My pleasure. Cheers.

[@eric-manuelalers4782]

Super!!! Nice and different... Tire looks very nice and spectacular for some taste, but nothing said about them!!!

[@RACER_TV]

I understand what you said. You are right. I should mention something about the tires. My opinion is the same like in other similar projects. These tires are not proper for a cafe racer, but it doesn't bother me. In some cases, it is the only way of getting that fat tire profile, which usually look good. :) Cheers.

[@ryanandriano3202]

Best editing as always

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you. I'm glad you liked my friend. :) Cheers.

[@alejmonzon]

I think the only thing I do not like about this project are the horrendous rider's shoes. But the bike is something I've been thinking and writing for a long time, the future of cafe racer projects are motorcycles with a rear monoshock, although people who are a bit purist like me do not like it, the fact remains uncontroversial, there are more and more motorcycles with that kind of rear suspension. Even I own a motorcycle with monoshock, a Pulsar 200 NS, in modification treatment for two years. The solutions are not simple in this type of motorcycle, but a success in the case of the Benelli Leoncino 500 is that fabulous rear swing arm, which is released from everything that conceals it to the point of going unnoticed in the original model and it almost naturally becomes the focal point of the bike. The ugly escape disappears and a totally new retro system gives a flavor to the old days of the ton up boys and the original caffs. Zeus Custom is a brand that is leaving its own stamp in an increasingly competitive design style. Bravo, bravisimo! A little delayed in my usual comment for a two day ride through out my state with a group of motorcyclist

[@RACER_TV]

Hola Alejandro, Initially, i thought that something happened to you, because of the lack of your usual comment on fridays. I am glad everything is ok with you. what you said about Monoshocks, i still think that 2 shocks looks better on most retro/classic style motorcycles of today. But i also recognize that there is some charm in some monoshock motorcycles. Like you said, this Benelli is probably the best example of all. The swing arm looks beautiful, and the central shock is still visible. A perfect combination. :) Thank you my friend for sharing your opinion. :) Saludos.

[@DouglasStudzinskideSouza]

Moto super bacana, e de fato, perfeita pra customizar. O ronco, lembra muito as nossas CB 400, com virabrequim com defasagem semelhante. Ela original me lembrou muito a Ducati Scrambler. A moto e boa no uso geral?

[@RACER_TV]

Obrigado amigo pelo comentário. :)Tem toda a razão, esta moto no estado original tem muitas semelhanças com a Ducati Scrambler. Pelo que tenho lido sobre a moto, parece ser muito boa( considerando o baixo preço é claro) :) Um abraço.

[@bullgrim]

Wow...just...wow!!! Im impressed.

[@RACER_TV]

I'm glad you liked my friend. :) Cheers.

[@camilosalazar9949]

Excellent, as always!

[@RACER_TV]

I'm glad you liked my friend. :) Cheers.

[@LPcasper]

Já estive mais longe de comprar esta moto que tem um design lindíssimo e o preço é realmente muito apetecível mas daí até uma modificação destas, estará muito longe dos meus planos. A não ser que um dia a Zeus se mude de armas e bagagens aqui para Portugal. Parabéns pelo vídeo e esta moto veio mesmo a calhar. Abraço.

[@RACER_TV]

Pois, é sempre o problemadas inportações. Mas acredito que com o passar do tempo, a Benelli irá lançar um versão mais "Cafe Racer". Um abraço.

[@tonybunch2387]

Love the chain drive shifter.

[@RACER_TV]

Indeed. Very original. :) Cheers.

[@AnonymousBosch3158]

Não conhecia essa marca, ela não vende aqui no Brasil. Antes de vc falar do som do motor eu pensei que realmente parecia muito com a BMW 1000rr. Zeus Custom ❤

[@RACER_TV]

Exactamente, tem o trabalhar tipico das BMW com motor Boxer. Não sei se esta moto será comercializada aí no Brasil, mas algo me diz que tem todas as características para que isso aconteça. :) Um abraço.

[@Mattcamel51]

Very cool bike

[@VintageMotorcycles]

Excepcionais! Vídeo, moto e observações.

[@RACER_TV]

Obrigado amigo. Fico contente que tenha gostado. :) Um abraço.

[@jiwakelajuan3326]

Excellent video & great motorcycle... cheers mate!

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you. I'm glad you liked my friend. :) Cheers.

[@rsbharley4766]

Great video as always Racer, that is one nice bike, Zeus custom know how to build some cool looking bikes. ride safe mate. Cheers

[@RACER_TV]

Indeed. Thank you my friend for sharing your usual and nice opinion. :) Cheers.

[@tonyclausen8106]

You should do a feature on VBS Co here in New Zealand and feature one of his bikes he builds.

[@RACER_TV]

Thanks for the sugestion. :) Cheers.

Amzingly beautiful!! Perfect custom bike i should say 👌

[@RACER_TV]

I'm glad you liked my friend. :) Cheers.

[@FernandoJFerreiraJr]

*Uau. Zeus já é conhecido nosso aqui no canal. Lindo projeto mesmo, se eu fosse personalizar a minha seria com eles. E como sempre: - Até o Próximo video.*

[@RACER_TV]

Obrigado amigo Fernando. Fico contente que tenha gostado deste projecto. :) Um abraço.

[@FernandoJFerreiraJr]

Sou suspeito! Sempre gostei de todos que apresentou

[@hallobre]

That key though 😌👌🏼👌🏼

[@aragonszpunker5983]

Hermosa moto como siempre

[@RACER_TV]

Gracias amigo. :) Saludos.

[@FBPrepping]

As usual, another excelent quality video!. This little cutie is really impressive with that sound, indeed . However I notice the clearance between the final drive chain and the chassis a little bit tiny...so I would not use her aggressively just in case. Or is it that perhaps we medium aged fellows just take it easier now?? LOL. Thanks for this Leoncino!...

[@RACER_TV]

Yes, the the clearance between the final drive chain and the chassis is very small. But this also happens with most similar motorcycles of today. That is why they usualy put a smal plastic/ruber protection, betwuin the chain and the chassis. Thank you my friend for sharing your perspective. :) Cheers.

[@gustavogallicespedes9417]

Não sei se já falaram sobre as Hondas CB 400/450 que temos aqui no Brasil, tem o mesmo girabrequim de 360°. Logo que escutei o ronco da Leoncino falei pra mim parece som de CB. Eu tenho uma 450 1985 original.

[@RACER_TV]

Olá amigo. Falei apenas num dos meus video dum projecto feito aí no Brasil. Aqui vai o link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eouWanuIobOmaK8&lc=UgjqGJHlRVtytngCoAEC

[@antonnarnickis6675]

Top video as always

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you my friend for your support. :) Cheers.

[@MarkusReese]

That seat, so sexy! But I cannot stop looking at the chain rear set for the shifter. I mean it stands out... but not so much in the good way vs a connecting rod? Chains are not so great if not under constant tension and tensioners usually only work in one way. So you will always have that slack to pick up first when changing gears. So it would feel... sloppy?

[@RACER_TV]

Well, i am not entirely sure, but I think using the chain on the rear set for the shifter, it wont have the same problems of the transmission chains, because it is not subject to the same efforts, therefore, if the initial work was done correctly with a nice good tension, it will work goo on both ways. Thank you my friend for sharing your perspective. :) Cheers.

[@richardcovello5367]

Markus, Agreed! Looks like a fool-proof recipe for missed shifts. Definitely an example of form over function, and antithetical to the original cafe racer philosphy. Rest of the bike looks typical Zeus.

[@quadsman11]

Almost has a sound of a flat four. And almost a two stroke twin, especially at a higher rpm range from what I can hear. I am wondering about the torque curve ? And where does it compare to the more conventional crank of the Honda ? Does anyone have this performance data ? Now then, let's get on to the styling ! It absolutely looks great as always from Zeus ! Will very likely stir the creative appetite for other builder's imaginations ! Should be very interesting to see what happens from here !

[@ruezi12]

Great awesome bike!!

[@sebmanczak]

Could an experienced café racer rider please let me know how it is to ride in the rain. Does your back get dirty with the mud from the road. The reason I'm asking is because most café racers or trackers do not have any mud guards. Please let me know.

[@cynho2320]

Like Race tv Brasil!!!!

[@RACER_TV]

Obrigado amigo pelo comentário. :) Um abraço.

[@yancybaluyot5597]

I like the gear shifter so cool

[@alexdacosta8506]

Som do motor é incrível, mais uma favorita para o TOP 10 desse ano. A propósito amigo Victor, seu projeto como esta indo?

[@RACER_TV]

Obrigado amigo Alex por partilhar a sua opinião. Estou a contar ter a moto pronta em Setembro. :) Um abraço.

[@wbgmer4145]

Este canal é lindo

[@RACER_TV]

Obrigado amigo pela simpatia.:) Um abraço.

[@kevinmarroquinlopez5121]

amazing video and motorcycle 🤘🏽😎🤘🏽 i realy hope too se you Next week!! 😅

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you. I'm glad you liked my friend. :) Cheers.

[@himanshukafirmisra]

Simple changes great appeal

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you my friend for sharing your perspective. :) Cheers.

[@gfhrb39qq]

Nice review

[@ar_pe4012]

Stunning bike and amazing video! Does anybody know which rear light/break light it is?

[@TahitianRider]

Hey Racer TV, I've seen a bike online you should absolutely make a video about, a supercharged KZ1000 racer : www.way2speed.com/2014/07/kawasaki-kz1000.html

[@RACER_TV]

Hi. Definitely impressive. But not exactly what i am looking for. Thank you for your sugestion. :) Cheers.

[@rogeriomendonca531]

excelente! Bravo!

[@RACER_TV]

Fico contente que tenha gostado. :) Um abraço.

[@rogeriomendonca531]

RACER TV , não me canso em falar da elegância e qualidade dos vídeos e abordagem. Sensacionais! Sou Fan incondicional do canal. Parabéns

[@RACER_TV]

Obrigado amigo pelo apoio. :)

[@diegosilva1980]

Did you change the handlebar? Where can I find one like that?

[@nicolacoin9698]

This bike is gorgeous but have one single problem for me... Horse power is not enough. It was great with a 900cc engine, maybe 3 cilinder. Also I don't think he changed the rear sub frame but just chop

[@RACER_TV]

I understand. Each one of us has special needs for the road. Thank you my friend for sharing your opinion. :) Cheers.

[@cwongth1]

Thks

[@RACER_TV]

You are welcome my friend. My pleasure. Cheers.

[@lopchanashish]

Is this bike for sale??? l0ved it

[@RACER_TV]

Try to contact Zeus Custom. Cheers.

[@bp9749]

As usual excellent video. I would gladly contubute to you hiring a actual human to voice your videos. Otherwise your content is outstanding.

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you my friend for your comment. :)But Considering that 75% of all Racer TV Viewers are non english natives, it would be a mistake to try it, because they all love this voice. I already tried a real american voice in one of my videos, but things didn't worked as i expected. Curiously, the robotic voice sounds very good for all non english natives. Cheers. :)

[@orenovadia6590]

Ok.. I have to ask About the tires why scrambler tires? Losing function stock it comes with angel st... also where do I get the clipons

[@RACER_TV]

scrambler tires can be a good solution to get increase the size and proportions of the motorcycle. If you search for "cafe racer Clip ons" on Ebay or Google, i am sure you will find them. Cheers.

[@eric-manuelalers4782]

Hey!!!! Still waiting for “ My Project”!!! What about it???

[@RACER_TV]

Me too. But it is running well. It probably will be ready next September. :) Cheers.

[@edmaluf]

Somebody please explain what's the deal with that second chain. What is that? Transmission? I've never seen anything like that.

[@carlosandleon]

edmaluf yeah, you can actually clearly see how it works

[@RACER_TV]

The second chain is only the extensor mechanism, to create the connection between the engine and the custom gear lever. :) Cheers.

[@edmaluf]

RACER TV obrigado 👍

[@PowderMonkey4Life]

I get that it rains in Thailand, but what's w/ the tractor tires?

[@RACER_TV]

Well, my opinion is the same like in other similar projects. These tires are not proper for a cafe racer, but it doesn't bother me. In some cases, it is the only way of getting that fat tire profile, which usually look good. :) Cheers.

[@kitchiroukatsuhito]

How can I get..? If i want a buy from your workshop Bcze i love your customise And i love cafe racer bike

[@RACER_TV]

Try to contact Zeus Custom. There is a link on the video discription. Cheers.

[@andrepradokrav]

Is that the OEM tail brake light?

[@noicadive]

companheiro se precisares de uma igual para fazer uma review a minha está disponível...

[@RACER_TV]

Muito Obrigado amigo pela oferta. Mas devido ao "baixo" numero de visualizações neste projecto da Zeus Custom, acho que um review da Beneli não teria grande sucesso neste Canal. Mas já agora aproveito para perguntar, de que região de Portugal és? Perto do Porto?

[@noicadive]

Infelizmente não,sou de Lisboa, continuação de bom trabalho 👍

[@RACER_TV]

@@noicadive É uma pena. De qualquer forma, muito obrigado pela ajuda. Um abraço.

[@MsLuciano30]

That is fine animal!!

[@thomassmala.8919]

ถ้าเอา GD110 ไปให้โมดิฟาย ต้องมีงบซักเท่าไหร่ครับเนี่ย

[@yunakari6154]

What tail light you use?

[@samirharris1]

Wow!!

[@redy001]

I love this tail light what it come from?

[@RACER_TV]

Try to search on Google Images for "LED motorcycle Tail light", and you might find it.

[@redy001]

I've got answer from the "source", that's genuine oem tail light :-D

[@MrNoGoodBye]

today that wont be legal anymore??

[@ваняпупкин-д9ю]

What kind of tires on it?

[@RACER_TV]

heidenau k60 scout

[@carlosgooglemaps94]

Video is good as always, bike look nice, the guy riding without proper gear is not an example to follow and in my opinion deserve no respect!

[@RACER_TV]

I am sure that Thailand's high temperature caused by the high level of humidity, can be a good explanation for that. Thank you my friend for sharing your perspective. :) Cheers.

[@carlosgooglemaps94]

RACER TV Victor; I leave in a country with 4 seasons and I have gear for the hottest summer or the coldest winter, so that is not an excuse, other ways we all be riding naked!

[@RACER_TV]

To be honest, i think is a personal choice. Everyone is free to choose their own safe gear, as long they use helmet.

[@jefersondotocantins6071]

Essa moto tem o visual que lembra a Yamaha MT 07

[@RACER_TV]

Curiosamente, muitas pessoas(incluindo eu) acham que é bastante semelhante à Ducati Scrambler. :)

[@vanthangphan2706]

Quá tuyệt

[@wickedleeloopy2115]

Having a 360degree crank shaft seems pointless. You could have made single cylinder & saved on weight & cost....stupid unnecessary over engineered 🤔 what were they thinking

[@RACER_TV]

Sorry, but these things are more complicated than most people may think. A Twin cylinder engine with a 360 degree crankshaft, revs much faster than a single cylinder. Cheers.

[@joeyramirez6355]

This bike is one Thai they could have left in that cave. 😝

[@hamzahrahadiansyah3504]

First comment yeaaahh

[@aisychannelone]

2:03

[@tysvlogs5838]

Not first...

[@RACER_TV]

Loool. :)

[@gastondeveaux3783]

I find the Benelli sounds like a chainsaw.

[@armandokarin]

A saber: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hImweJxvoLZmiqc

[@RACER_TV]

Obrigado amigo pelo link. Curiosamente, a Honda também fez um protótipo com um sistema de equilíbrio, mas que parece funcionar de forma diferente. :) Um abraço.

[@gopisettipremsagarnaidu3144]

Second comment

[@josegiovannisosaanle]

Amazing work, but it is not my style.

[@RV-VEVO]

Dislike, sigue con anuncios

[@RACER_TV]

You know that can always push forward the initial commercials on the video, right? :)

[@chroengsocheat3675]

$$

[@qvtechcom]

with me it look like shit :)

[@vininio]

🤢