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Bajaj Dominar 400 vs Benelli Leoncino 250in Nepal — price & specs compared

Ex-showroom, KathmanduPrices verified 01 Sept 2026Comparing BS6 vs Benelli Leoncino 250 variants

The short answer

Benelli Leoncino 250 costs रु 16,900 less ex-showroom. Leoncino 250 has 13 mm more ground clearance. Dominar 400 has 10 km more claimed range. Dominar 400 has 14.17 PS more power.

Choose the Bajaj Dominar 400 if

Dominar 400 has 10 km more claimed range.Dominar 400 has 14.17 PS more power.

Strong value for a 400-class touring motorcycle in Nepal, offering big-bike performance, full-LED lighting, ABS, and ride modes at a mid-range price. Suits riders wanting highway touring ability with daily usability and modern features rather than a barebones commuter.

Pros

Powerful 373 cc engine with 40 PS and strong midrange performance.

Full-LED lighting and twin-channel ABS standard, good safety and visibility.

Comfort-focused ergonomics, touring-friendly seat and suspension.

Ride-by-wire with four ride modes is rare at this price point.

Cons

Kerb weight near 190+ kg can feel heavy in city traffic or tight off-road.

Fuel efficiency only moderate versus simpler 250 cc bikes.

Limited underseat storage and minimal cargo solutions without accessories.

Service and parts availability can vary outside major Nepali cities.

As of 28 Jul 2026

Choose the Benelli Leoncino 250 if

Benelli Leoncino 250 costs रु 16,900 less ex-showroom.Leoncino 250 has 13 mm more ground clearance.

Positioned as premium 250cc neo‑retro bike in Nepal Higher price than many 250cc rivals but unique design

Pros

Distinctive neo‑retro styling stands out in 250cc class

Refined, high‑revving 249cc engine with decent performance

Dual‑channel ABS and big disc brakes enhance safety

Comfortable upright ergonomics for city and short tours

Cons

Pricey versus mainstream 250cc competitors in Nepal

Limited dealer/service reach compared with Japanese brands

Fuel efficiency only average for 250cc segment

Minimal luggage/underseat practicality

As of 18 Jul 2026

15 rows compared

Bajaj

Dominar 400

रु 6,46,900

Benelli

Leoncino 250

रु 6,30,000Lowest price

💰Price & availabilityEx-showroom

Ex-showroom price

रु 6,46,900

रु 6,30,000Cheapest

Range, all variants

रु 6,22,900 – रु 6,46,900

रु 6,30,000

Variants on sale

Fuel

petrol

Distributor

HH Bajaj

KTM International Trading Pvt. Ltd. (Benelli Nepal)

🎁Current offersDealer offers on the selected variant

Offers

cashरु 10,000

Occasional festival discounts or cashback on Bajaj motorcycles, including Dominar 400 BS6, as advertised by Bajaj Auto Nepal in local campaigns

cash

No specific national cash discount scheme found online for Leoncino 250

⚙️Engine, power & drivetrainVerified spec data

Max power

40 PS+14.17 PS

25.83 PS

Max torque

35 Nm+13.8 Nm

21.2 Nm

Claimed range

390 km+10 km

380 km

Transmission

manual

📐Size & practicalityVerified spec data

Length

Not disclosed

2,030 mm

Height

Not disclosed

1,150 mm

Wheelbase

Not disclosed

1,380 mm

Ground clearance

157 mm

170 mm+13 mm

🔧After-sales reachCounted from distributor listings

Showrooms in Nepal

199Better

Service centres

173Better

1 category hidden — Battery & Range does not apply to these two petrol models.

📋Other verified detailsAs researched, per category

🛋️Comfort & Interior

·Split seat with touring-friendly cushioning

·Ergonomic handlebar redesigned for long-haul comfort

·Multi-step adjustable rear monoshock with Nitrox for ride comfort

·Bonded speedo with integrated flap for weather protection and visibility

·Saddle height 800 mm balances reach and comfort

As of 28 Jul 2026

·Single-piece seat with moderate padding

·Upright scrambler‑style riding position

·Standard pillion grab strap/rail

As of 18 Jul 2026

📱Infotainment & Convenience

·Digital console with gear indicator

·Trip computer: time, average speed, fuel consumption

·USB charging port integrated in advanced switchgear

·Full LED headlamp with AHO and visibility up to 1.5 km

·LED turn indicators for durability and low power draw

·4 selectable ride modes via switchgear: Road, Rain, Sport, Off-Road

As of 28 Jul 2026

·Fully digital instrument cluster

·Displays speed, rpm, fuel, trip, and gear indicator

·Handlebar switchgear for basic controls only

As of 18 Jul 2026

🛡️Safety

·Twin-channel ABS with 320 mm front disc & 230 mm rear disc

·Radial tubeless tyres: 110/70-R17 front, 150/60-R17 rear

·Low-profile radial tyres designed for cornering stability

·Powerful full-LED headlamp improving night visibility

·Slipper clutch aids stability during aggressive downshifts

·BS6-compliant engine improving emissions

As of 28 Jul 2026

·Front 280 mm disc with 4‑piston caliper

·Rear 240 mm disc with single‑piston caliper

·Dual‑channel ABS

·110/70‑17 front and 150/60‑17 rear tyres

As of 18 Jul 2026

✨Design & Exterior

·Beam-type perimeter frame for rigidity and handling

·Front suspension: 43 mm USD telescopic fork, 135 mm travel

·Rear suspension: multi-step adjustable Nitrox monoshock, 110 mm wheel stroke

·Muscular touring bike styling with dual-tone bodywork

·Available Nepal colours: Aurora Green and Charcoal Black

·Advanced mosaic-shaped full-LED headlamp signature

As of 28 Jul 2026

·Neo‑retro scrambler styling with round LED headlamp

·Steel trellis frame with exposed design

·Signature ‘Lion of Pesaro’ front fender badge

·LED tail‑lamp and indicators

·Available in multiple solid colors globally; Nepal palette not separately listed

As of 18 Jul 2026

📊Sales & Imports

·Officially sold as Dominar 400 BS6 in Nepal via Bajaj Auto Nepal

·Price around NPR 7.3–7.5 lakh ex-showroom depending on dealer communications

·Imported likely from India as CKD/CBU as with other Bajaj bikes

As of 28 Jul 2026

·Imported and retailed by Benelli Nepal/KTM International Trading

·Likely CBU/CKD import from China/Italy plant; assembly details not disclosed

As of 18 Jul 2026

Every variant, priced

Ex-showroom by trim — pick one to load it into the columns above.

Bajaj Dominar 400

Benelli Leoncino 250

What each one really costs you

From our tax and EMI tools — bagmati province rates, 3-year loan at 7.5% with 40% down.

Ex-showroom

रु 6,46,900

रु 6,30,000

Road tax + registration

≈ रु 12,300

≈ रु 12,300

Third-party insurance

≈ रु 2,157

≈ रु 2,157

Estimated on-road

≈ रु 6,61,357

≈ रु 6,44,457

EMI / month

≈ रु 12,074 · 3 yr @ 7.5%

≈ रु 11,758 · 3 yr @ 7.5%

Estimates, not quotes. Road tax follows the published provincial schedule; insurance is the third-party tariff. Confirm with the dealer and insurer.

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Bajaj Dominar 400 vs Benelli Leoncino 250 — questions buyers ask

Which is cheaper in Nepal — Bajaj Dominar 400 or Benelli Leoncino 250?

As of September 2026, the Bajaj Dominar 400 starts at Rs 6.23 lakh ex-showroom — Rs 0.07 lakh less than the Benelli Leoncino 250 at Rs 6.3 lakh.

What is the price of the Bajaj Dominar 400 and Benelli Leoncino 250 in Nepal?

The Bajaj Dominar 400 costs Rs 6.23 lakh to Rs 6.47 lakh and the Benelli Leoncino 250 costs Rs 6.3 lakh (ex-showroom, September 2026).

Should I buy the Bajaj Dominar 400 or the Benelli Leoncino 250?

Weigh the current prices, the variant-wise specifications on this page, and each brand's showroom and service reach near you. There is no single winner — the side-by-side table shows exactly where each bike is ahead.

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