BMW F 850 GS versus Benelli Leoncino 800 Trail

Make
Model
Make
Model
Make
Model
BMW

BMW F 850 GS

Reise-Enduro
Benelli

Benelli Leoncino 800 Trail

Scrambler

Year of construction / RRP / Test report

Built von 2018 bis 2023
Built von 2022 bis 2024~
RRP 13.000 €
RRP 9.299 €
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Pros:
  • raised seating position
  • good handling on and off-road
  • Wide range of extras and accessories
  • successful appearance
Pros:
  • fat look with 50 mm fork!
  • bold sound
  • Row twin with character
  • easy-to-read cockpit
  • high and wide handlebar
  • although not easy but little
Cons:
  • Windscreen could be slightly larger
  • Price skyrockets with extras
  • not quite as manoeuvrable
Cons:
  • Brake
  • no traction control

Dimensions & Weight

Wheelbase: 1.593 mm
Length :
2.305 mm Height : 1.356 mm
Seat :
860 mm until : 880 mm
Weight :
229 (max: 445 ) kg
Wheelbase: 1.480 mm
Length :
2.200 mm Height : 1.210 mm
Seat :
850 mm
Weight :
234 (max: 417 ) kg

Engine

Motor design: Number 2 Cylinder
Displacement: 853 ccm
Hub: 77 mm
Hole: 84 mm
Cooling: wassergekühlt
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 6
Motor design: In-line twin-cylinder, 4 valves/cylinder, 4-stroke 2 Cylinder
Displacement: 754 ccm
Hub: 62 mm
Hole: 88 mm
Cooling: flüssig
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 6

Performance

Maximum speed: 204 km/h
Performance: 95 HP at 8.250 U/Min
Torque: 92 NM bei 6.250 U/Min
Tank contents: 15 Litre
Consumption:
4 l
Reach:
341 km

Performance: 76 HP at 8.500 U/Min
Torque: 67 NM bei 6.500 U/Min
Tank contents: 15 Litre
Consumption:
5 l
Reach:
306 km

Chassis

Frame type:
Steel bridge frame in shell construction (steel)
Front suspension:
Upside-down fork, Ø 43 mm (travel 204 mm)
Rear suspension:
Mono strut (travel 219 mm)
Rear suspension:
Two-arm swingarm
Tyres at the front: 90/90 21
Rear tyres: 150/70 R17
Frame type:
Bridge frame (steel)
Front suspension:
Upside Down Fork Ø 50 mm (travel 148 mm)
Rear suspension:
Central strut (travel 40 mm)
Rear suspension:
Box swing
Tyres at the front: 120/70R 19
Rear tyres: 170/60R 17

Brakes

Front brake
Double disc ( 305 mm) Rear brake
Disc ( 265 mm)
Front brake
Double disc, 4-piston radial brake caliper ( 320 mm) Rear brake
Single disc ( 260 mm)

Conclusion - what sticks

The Benelli Leoncino 800 Trail is a real fun bike. It not only looks chic, but the driving also brings you a real mood. There are hardly any points of criticism except for the brake, the machine looks valuable and well processed. The driving performance does not overwhelm anyone, but you can also accelerate and have fun if necessary.
 
The price of this machine is excellent. You get a lot of motorcycle for little money. The rather clear technical equipment of the Benelli fits well to a Scrambler. If you like this type of bike, you should visit a Benelli dealer as soon as possible and take a test ride. Bring real mood, you'll see!

Price/Service/Colours

  • Price: 8.999 Euro
  • Service: Every 10,000 km
  • Availability: from 01/2023
  • Colours: grey, green