Benelli Leoncino 125 versus Kawasaki Z 125
Benelli Leoncino 125
Naked
Kawasaki Z 125
Naked
Year of construction / RRP / Test report
Built von 2022 bis 2024~
Built von 2019 bis 2024~
RRP 3.499 €
RRP 4.995 €
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Competitors
Pros:
- Very light and agile
- chic look designed in Italy
- Full LED
- Gear indicator
- fluffy, precise gearbox
- VERY CHEAP!
Pros:
Cons:
- no ABS
- Combinded brake system takes some getting used to
- Gears a little short
- Side stand too long, machine is quite steep
Cons:
Dimensions & Weight
Wheelbase: 1.370 mm
Length : 2.030 mm Height : 1.115 mm
Seat : 800 mm
Weight : 145 (max: 330 ) kg
Length : 2.030 mm Height : 1.115 mm
Seat : 800 mm
Weight : 145 (max: 330 ) kg
Wheelbase: 1.330 mm
Length : 1.935 mm Height : 1.015 mm
Seat : 815 mm
Weight : 146 kg
Length : 1.935 mm Height : 1.015 mm
Seat : 815 mm
Weight : 146 kg
Engine
Motor design: single cylinder, 4 stroke, 4 valves, SOHC 1 Cylinder
Displacement: 125 ccm
Hub: 55 mm
Hole: 54 mm
Cooling: flüssig
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 6
Displacement: 125 ccm
Hub: 55 mm
Hole: 54 mm
Cooling: flüssig
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 6
Motor design: DOHC four-stroke single cylinder 1 Cylinder
Displacement: 125 ccm
Hub: 47 mm
Hole: 58 mm
Cooling: flüssigkeitsgekühlt
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 6
Displacement: 125 ccm
Hub: 47 mm
Hole: 58 mm
Cooling: flüssigkeitsgekühlt
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 6
Performance
Maximum speed: 110 km/h
Performance: 13 HP at 9.500 U/Min
Torque: 10 NM bei 8.500 U/Min Tank contents: 13 Litre
Consumption: 2 l
Reach: 568 km
Performance: 13 HP at 9.500 U/Min
Torque: 10 NM bei 8.500 U/Min Tank contents: 13 Litre
Consumption: 2 l
Reach: 568 km
Maximum speed: 110 km/h
Performance: 15 HP at 10.000 U/Min
Torque: 12 NM bei 7.700 U/Min Tank contents: 11 Litre
Performance: 15 HP at 10.000 U/Min
Torque: 12 NM bei 7.700 U/Min Tank contents: 11 Litre
Chassis
Frame type:
Tubular space frame (steel) Front suspension:
Upside-down fork ø 35 mm (travel 125 mm) Rear suspension:
Central shock absorber, spring preload adjustable (travel 125 mm)
Rear suspension:
Box swing Tyres at the front: 100/80 –17
Rear tyres: 130/70 – 17
Tubular space frame (steel) Front suspension:
Upside-down fork ø 35 mm (travel 125 mm) Rear suspension:
Central shock absorber, spring preload adjustable (travel 125 mm)
Rear suspension:
Box swing Tyres at the front: 100/80 –17
Rear tyres: 130/70 – 17
Frame type:
Diamond frame (steel) Front suspension:
37 mm telescopic fork (travel 110 mm) Rear suspension:
Uni-Trak gas pressure shock absorbers (travel 120 mm) Tyres at the front: 100/80-17M/C 52S
Rear tyres: 130/70-17M/C 62S
Diamond frame (steel) Front suspension:
37 mm telescopic fork (travel 110 mm) Rear suspension:
Uni-Trak gas pressure shock absorbers (travel 120 mm) Tyres at the front: 100/80-17M/C 52S
Rear tyres: 130/70-17M/C 62S
Brakes
Front brake
Single disc, 3 piston brake caliper (∅ 280 mm) Rear brake
Single disc (∅ 220 mm)
Single disc, 3 piston brake caliper (∅ 280 mm) Rear brake
Single disc (∅ 220 mm)
Front brake
Single Petal brake disc (∅ 290 mm) Rear brake
Single Petal Brake Disc (∅ 220 mm)
Single Petal brake disc (∅ 290 mm) Rear brake
Single Petal Brake Disc (∅ 220 mm)
Conclusion - what sticks
The Benelli Leoncino 125 impresses with two aspects: its appearance and the price. Okay, the design is a matter of taste, but when it comes to price, there can be no two opinions: not even 3,500 euros is a joke compared to the competitors . Nevertheless, the machine does not look cheap or quickly put together. On the contrary, switches, frames, and many details are lovingly made - we like them.The only thing that bothered us was the lack of ABS, otherwise there was hardly anything to complain about. If you are looking for an A1 or B196 bike and don't want to spend 5,500 euros, you should definitely take a look at the Benelli Leoncino 125.
