2018 Benelli Leoncino 500 Motorcycle Review

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  • Here are my initial impressions and review of the 2018 Benelli Leoncino 500. A new 500cc naked scrambler style bike from Benelli.
    Full details and specs of the bike are at:
    unitedkingdom....
    And a huge thanks to Ride Motorbikes for asking me to review the bike:
    www.ridemotorb...
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  • @johnDukemaster
    @johnDukemaster 6 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    The film would be better without the music...if you ask me! :-) Otherwise high quality review.

    • @RichRides
      @RichRides  6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks. Audio is something I've had trouble with but I've just changed my setup. See what you think to my next review that will be published later today!

  • @andreasschneider5658
    @andreasschneider5658 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    (in Thailand:) Hi, in the first 500 km I found following issues: reserve tank for cooling water broken, red casing on the left side broken, after 5 minutes normal rain was water in the head lamp, part of the seat venyl was probably heated up to smooth crinkles, so it looks different (greasy). Broken parts will be substituted for free, but take some time.
    Engine works realy nice, I am still in love with this bike!

    • @RichRides
      @RichRides  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      The TNT looks a fun bike too!

    • @RichRides
      @RichRides  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes I thought it sounded great too! And if you like scrambler style bikes, you'll like my next motorcycle review video coming later today :)

  • @patcannon3
    @patcannon3 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Benelli do make a lovely sounding bike. Oh and the lion on the mudguard,. Something for the tyrekickers!

    • @RichRides
      @RichRides  6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yep, sounded even better in the flesh than the sound on the video got across. Grrr...

  • @iniakpmarc28
    @iniakpmarc28 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nothing wrong with a few vibes, Richard. Given enough revs, almost all bikes will exhibit some vibes. Good review. Ride safe, mate.

  • @TheMissendenFlyer
    @TheMissendenFlyer 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Cute looking bike!

    • @RichRides
      @RichRides  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes, I really liked the mix of retro but with a modern twist :)

    • @dnshable
      @dnshable 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      TheMissendenFlyer can you got your hands on one of these ?

  • @mikkelhansen2030
    @mikkelhansen2030 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    How tall are you Richard? I`m 183cm (6feet), do you think bike is too small for me?

    • @RichRides
      @RichRides  6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Hi Mikkel, I'm exactly the same height as you 183cm/6ft and found the Leoncino really comfortable to ride :)

    • @mikkelhansen2030
      @mikkelhansen2030 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      yep man, thanks.. it`s between this one and honda cb 300r, whis one would you recommend?

  • @michaeljameslawrence2965
    @michaeljameslawrence2965 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great review

  • @d.4tay549
    @d.4tay549 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Is this engine a 360 degree crank?

  • @AmirChemE
    @AmirChemE 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What a great looking bike! 1 thing i love about this one is that it has a gear indicator which the CB500F doesn't. I wonder if the build quality and reliability are similar to the Japanese bikes??

    • @RichRides
      @RichRides  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes I think it looks great too. Build quality seemed good and I really liked the bike as a whole. I think these latest bikes made in China are rapidly approaching the same quality of the Japanese bikes.

    • @AmirChemE
      @AmirChemE 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Do you think you need to install a windshield for this particular bike?

    • @RichRides
      @RichRides  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I think it depends what you are used to. I'm used to an adventure bike so I always find naked bikes windy. I was riding a Triumph Street Twin yesterday (review coming soon!) and found the same. You can get small fly screens which apparently make a difference too.

    • @chengsgroup2518
      @chengsgroup2518 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      are u new rider? gear indicator is irrelevant....need power shift down, need speed shift up.....

  • @MrScottyhero6
    @MrScottyhero6 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Why the music?

  • @umaxen0048
    @umaxen0048 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a beautiful bike! I am hooked. I am going to ride it at the dealer. If it feels like a quality bike? I'll buy it !

    • @RichRides
      @RichRides  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes I'd definitely go have a ride. I really liked it and thought it was decent quality, especially at the price it is.

  • @tazui1982
    @tazui1982 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great review. I could get one in my country for around 6k USD. Currently saving money to upgrade from 150cc Yamaha, would you say benelli leocino is better choice than Yamaha Mt 03?

    • @RichRides
      @RichRides  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      I've not ridden a MT03 but had a MT07 for a week. Obviously that's more powerful but I got on with the Leoncino more than the MT07 and thought it was easier to ride and handle.

  • @londo0
    @londo0 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wouldn't vibes come from being a new bike, not yet run in?

    • @RichRides
      @RichRides  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I wouldn't think so as I've ridden quite a few brand new bikes with no vibes. They weren't much anyway and a lot of bikes do have some vibrations.

  • @jonathanwoo9829
    @jonathanwoo9829 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    anyone know when its available in the US?

    • @RichRides
      @RichRides  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      I've not been able to find anything about this. It may be worth an email to Benelli USA directly

  • @ilhamsabirin4673
    @ilhamsabirin4673 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice review sir.. how about the throttle response at all rev range? Is it smooth and accurate?

    • @RichRides
      @RichRides  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      It's a while ago since I rode this bike but it was lovely to ride and I don't remember any jerkiness etc at all.

    • @ilhamsabirin4673
      @ilhamsabirin4673 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@RichRides alrite.. What bike u have ridden before?

    • @RichRides
      @RichRides  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ilhamsabirin4673 As you can see from even just the motorcycles reviewed on my TH-cam channel, lots! ;)

    • @ilhamsabirin4673
      @ilhamsabirin4673 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@RichRides alrite.. according to some reviewers even though it just a 500cc but it pulls like a bigger bike.. do u agree?

    • @RichRides
      @RichRides  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ilhamsabirin4673 for a 500cc then yes it's pretty good and doesn't feel slow at all. Funnily enough, the power figures (both bhp and torque) are very similar to the 900cc Triumph Street Twin and Royal Enfield 650cc engines.

  • @LucianC137
    @LucianC137 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    How much mileage does it give?

    • @RichRides
      @RichRides  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      I believe it's around 50mpg

  • @therealunclevanya
    @therealunclevanya 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I thought the A59 was still closed...

    • @RichRides
      @RichRides  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      This video was recorded a few months ago ;)

  • @shiftyshamsk
    @shiftyshamsk 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Shout over the music mate!

    • @RichRides
      @RichRides  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Don't worry, on later videos the audio is much better and a new setup has definitely helped!

    • @shiftyshamsk
      @shiftyshamsk 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@RichRides Of the review of same bike Richard?

  • @dnshable
    @dnshable 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    How does the price compare with the KTM duke 390

    • @RichRides
      @RichRides  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      In the UK, they are both around the same price (£5,000) but they're very different bikes imo. The Leoncino is more retro roadster than the 390 which is a more modern looking naked bike.

  • @stenly311
    @stenly311 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    that is not LCD display, btw. Otherwise nice vid

  • @richardorosso7377
    @richardorosso7377 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    As below the music was really iratting otherwise would of been good, cheers

  • @user-sw2lv3zp6o
    @user-sw2lv3zp6o 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Okay review ruined by the moronic background music.

  • @kenny347
    @kenny347 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Sometimes loud music just made it worst

    • @RichRides
      @RichRides  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I had audio issues with these first videos hopefully you prefer my more recent ones :)

  • @umaxen0048
    @umaxen0048 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    NOT Chinese. From what I understand, the Italian Benelli factory is now located in China...

    • @RichRides
      @RichRides  6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Although Benelli HQ is still in Italy, Benelli are owned by one of the biggest Chinese manufacturers (Qianjiang) and manufactured in China.

  • @lrowlands53
    @lrowlands53 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Lose the annoying relentless music. It doesn’t add anything.

  • @pauldobson8678
    @pauldobson8678 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    God review ruined by the annoying call centre hold music...lol !!

  • @user-gy2vr2cz3r
    @user-gy2vr2cz3r 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    God the music is annoying

  • @Nostrildomus
    @Nostrildomus 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    These Chinese ! There gonna take over our world but make you like it . Good Vid's

    • @RichRides
      @RichRides  6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      The quality of Chinese built bikes really is getting better and better at an alarming rate. The fact that even big manufacturers like Honda and BMW are now building there says a lot.

    • @kyojima7190
      @kyojima7190 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Benelli is Chinese as much as Jaguar is Indian.