Benelli Leoncino 500 vs KTM 390 Adventure

Last Updated: August 2, 2026

KTM 390 Adventure price starts at Rs. 2.82 Lakh, which is Rs. 2.78 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Benelli Leoncino 500, priced at Rs. 5.60 Lakh. On the performance front, the Leoncino 500 uses a 500cc engine producing 47.5 PS @ 8500 rpm and the 390 Adventure a 349.32cc engine producing 41.5 PS @ 8600 rpm. If you're deciding between the Leoncino 500 and 390 Adventure, the 390 Adventure is the better pick for affordability and a lighter kerb weight, while the Leoncino 500 stands out for performance.

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Leoncino 500 vs 390 Adventure Comparison Summary

Specification Benelli Leoncino 500KTM 390 Adventure
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 5.60 LakhRs. 2.82 Lakh
Mileage 23 kmplNot Available
Engine 500 cc349.32 cc
Max power 47.5 PS @ 8500 rpm41.5 PS @ 8600 rpm
Kerb weight 207 Kg181 Kg

Leoncino 500 vs 390 Adventure Key Highlights

Basic Info Benelli Leoncino 500 STDKTM 390 Adventure STD
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Brand Name Benelli KTM
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 5.60 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 2.82 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type In line 2 cylinders, 4-stroke, liquid cooled, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder 4 stroke, Single Cylinder, DOHC
Max Power 47.5 PS @ 8500 rpm 41.5 PS @ 8600 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Benelli Leoncino 500 Colors
KTM 390 Adventure Colors
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 15,333 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 7,710 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 25,998 Leoncino 500 Insurance Rs. 13,425 390 Adventure Insurance
Brochure
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
Not Available
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
170 kmph
Not Available
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
In line 2 cylinders, 4-stroke, liquid cooled, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
4 stroke, Single Cylinder, DOHC
Engine Displacement
500 cc
349.32 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
47.5 PS @ 8500 rpm
41.5 PS @ 8600 rpm
Max Torque
46 Nm @ 6000 rpm
33.5 Nm @ 7000 rpm
Bore
69 mm
89 mm
Stroke
66.8 mm
56.15 mm
Number Of Cylinders
2
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
ECU - TLI
Not Available
Compression Ratio
11.5:1
Not Available

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
4 Piston
Not Available
Rear Caliper
1 Piston
Not Available

Mileage (Overall)
23 kmpl
Not Available
Power to Weight Ratio
Not Available
230 PS/tonne
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Upside-down forks Ø 50mm with rebound brake adjustable
USD - Wheel Travel - 200 mm
Suspension-Rear
Rear swing arm with lateral shock absorber with spring preload adjustment and hydraulic rebound brake adjustable
Monoshock - Wheel Travel - 205 mm

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
32 psi
Not Available
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
32 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
36 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
36 psi
Not Available
Tyre Size
Front :-120/70-17, Rear :- 160/60-17
Front :- 100/90-19Rear :-130/80-17
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Make
Not Available
Apollo
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Yes
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
815 mm
825 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
1.3 L
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
2160*875*1160 mm3
Not Available
Wheelbase
1460 mm
1470 mm
Length
2160 mm
Not Available
Ground Clearance
165 mm
228 mm
Height
1160 mm
Not Available
Width
875 mm
Not Available
Fuel Tank Capacity
12.7 L
14.5 L
Kerb Weight
207 Kg
181 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
320 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
260 mm
240 mm

USB charging port
Not Available
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Charging at Home
No
Not Available
Battery Capacity
12V / 8AH
Not Available
Projector head light
Yes
LED Projector

Cruise Control
Not Available
Yes
Frame Type
Frame in steel tubes
Trellis Frame
Digital Display Type
Not Available
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Navigation assist
Not Available
Yes
Riding Modes
Not Available
Yes
Traction Control
Not Available
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
2
Not Available
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Yes
Hill Hold
Not Available
No
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Not Available
Cornering ABS
Windscreen
Yes
Yes
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Not Available
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Not Available
Yes
Side Stand Warning
Not Available
Yes
Exhaust Heat Shield
Not Available
Yes
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Scrambler Bikes
Adventure Tourer Bikes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Not Available
Bluetooth
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Not Available
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Switchable ABS
Yes
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Shift Light
Yes
Not Available
Quick Shifter
Not Available
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Yes

Vehicle Warranty
2 Years
Not Available
Standard Warranty (Years)
2
Not Available

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
KTM 390 Adventure
  • Is priced quite decently
  • Gets loads of features
KTM 390 Adventure
  • Misses out on adjustable suspension
  • Uncomfortable pillion seat experience
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Benelli Leoncino 500 Vs KTM 390 Adventure FAQs

Which bike is cheaper Benelli Leoncino 500 vs KTM 390 Adventure?
The KTM 390 Adventure is cheaper than Benelli Leoncino 500 by ₹2.78 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Benelli Leoncino 500 vs KTM 390 Adventure?
For the STD version, 500 cc Petrol engine of Leoncino 500 produces 47.5 PS @ 8500 rpm of power and 46 Nm @ 6000 rpm of torque. Whereas for the STD version, 349.32 cc Petrol engine of 390 Adventure produces 41.5 PS @ 8600 rpm of power and 33.5 Nm @ 7000 rpm of torque

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