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Benelli 302S vs Benelli Leoncino 500in Nepal — price & specs compared

Ex-showroom, KathmanduPrices verified 29 Jul 2026Comparing 302S Black/White vs Leoncino 500 variants

The short answer

Benelli 302S costs रु 2,50,100 less ex-showroom. Leoncino 500 has 19 PS more power.

Choose the Benelli 302S if

Benelli 302S costs रु 2,50,100 less ex-showroom.

Strong performance twin-cylinder naked at around 10.5 lakh, good value for riders wanting a premium mid-capacity bike. Best suited to enthusiasts prioritizing sound, highway performance and Italian styling over commuting practicality.

Pros

Punchy 300 cc parallel twin with high-rev performance.

Dual-channel ABS with twin front discs and quality Pirelli tyres.

Premium upside-down forks and adjustable rear monoshock.

Distinctive Italian-inspired naked styling at a competitive price.

Cons

Heavy kerb weight compared to some rivals, affects agility.

Fuel efficiency relatively low for daily commuting use.

Limited underseat storage and practicality features.

Benelli service network smaller than Japanese competitors in Nepal.

As of 28 Jul 2026

Choose the Benelli Leoncino 500 if

Leoncino 500 has 19 PS more power.

At Rs 13 lakh, the Leoncino 500 targets enthusiasts wanting an Italian-styled 500cc twin rather than sheer value. Best suited to riders upgrading from 250–300cc bikes who prioritize style, character, and highway touring over low running costs.

Pros

Strong 500cc twin-cylinder performance with good mid-range for highways.

Distinctive neo-retro scrambler design that stands out in Nepal traffic.

ABS and disc brakes front and rear inspire confidence while touring.

Benelli Nepal network covers major cities, improving service access slightly.

Cons

High ex-showroom price versus some established Japanese 400–500cc rivals.

Fuel efficiency and tank range likely modest for long-distance touring.

Limited cargo/underseat storage; needs accessories for practicality.

Benelli brand still has thinner nationwide service footprint than big Japanese brands.

As of 28 Jul 2026

15 rows compared

Benelli

302S

रु 10,49,900Lowest price

Benelli

Leoncino 500

रु 13,00,000

💰Price & availabilityEx-showroom

Ex-showroom price

रु 10,49,900Cheapest

रु 13,00,000

Range, all variants

रु 10,49,900 – रु 10,74,900

रु 13,00,000

Variants on sale

Fuel

petrol

Distributor

KTM International Trading Pvt. Ltd. (Benelli Nepal)

🎁Current offersDealer offers on the selected variant

Offers

cash

No specific cash discount or festival offer officially listed for 302S Black/White.

1 offer on other variants

cash

No officially advertised cash discount found; standard pricing likely applies.

⚙️Engine, power & drivetrainVerified spec data

Engine capacity

300 cc

Not disclosed

Max power

28 PS

47 PS+19 PS

Max torque

25.6 Nm

46 Nm+20.4 Nm

Transmission

manual

📐Size & practicalityVerified spec data

Length

2,130 mm

Not disclosed

Height

1,115 mm

Not disclosed

Wheelbase

1,410 mm

Not disclosed

Ground clearance

165 mm

Not disclosed

🔧After-sales reachCounted from distributor listings

Showrooms in Nepal

Service centres

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

📋Other verified detailsAs researched, per category

🛋️Comfort & Interior

·Upside-down 41 mm front forks, 135 mm travel

·Rear monoshock with preload and rebound adjust

·Ergonomic seat with 795 mm height, moderate rider triangle

·Dual seat for rider and pillion

As of 28 Jul 2026

·Upright riding posture with moderately wide handlebar

·Single-piece seat designed for rider + pillion

As of 28 Jul 2026

📱Infotainment & Convenience

·Large LCD instrument cluster with digital readouts

·All-digital console including speed, rpm, gear, fuel

·Electric starter standard

As of 28 Jul 2026

·Digital-analogue instrument console with basic readouts

·Electric start, EFI fueling, engine kill switch

As of 28 Jul 2026

🛡️Safety

·Dual-channel ABS standard on 302S

·Front dual 260 mm discs, 4-piston calipers

·Rear 240 mm disc, 2-piston caliper

·Pirelli Angel ST tyres: 120/70 ZR17 front, 160/60 ZR17 rear

As of 28 Jul 2026

·Dual disc front brake and single disc rear brake with ABS

·ABS standard on Nepal-spec Leoncino 500

·Emission rated at 98 g/km CO2

As of 28 Jul 2026

✨Design & Exterior

·Aggressive naked streetfighter styling

·KTM-inspired angular LED headlamp

·Black/White color scheme for this variant

·Aluminum-alloy 17-inch rims

·Arch bar truck frame design

As of 28 Jul 2026

·Neo-retro scrambler styling with round LED headlamp

·Steel trellis frame and sculpted fuel tank

·Signature Leoncino lion badge on front fender

As of 28 Jul 2026

📊Sales & Imports

·Officially sold by KTM International Trading Pvt. Ltd. in Nepal

·Ex-showroom price Rs 10,49,900 in Nepal

·Available across Benelli showrooms nationwide

As of 28 Jul 2026

·Official price Rs 13,00,000 ex-showroom

·Single Nepal-listed variant: Leoncino 500

·Imported and distributed by KTM International Trading Pvt. Ltd.

·Other portals list earlier price around Rs 9,00,000

As of 28 Jul 2026

Every variant, priced

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

Benelli 302S

Benelli Leoncino 500

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 10,49,900

रु 13,00,000

Road tax + registration

≈ रु 12,300

≈ रु 25,300

Third-party insurance

≈ रु 2,157

≈ रु 2,157

Estimated on-road

≈ रु 10,64,357

≈ रु 13,27,457

EMI / month

≈ रु 19,595 · 3 yr @ 7.5%

≈ रु 24,263 · 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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Benelli 302S vs Benelli Leoncino 500 — questions buyers ask

Which is cheaper in Nepal — Benelli 302S or Benelli Leoncino 500?

As of July 2026, the Benelli 302S starts at Rs 10.5 lakh ex-showroom — Rs 2.5 lakh less than the Benelli Leoncino 500 at Rs 13 lakh.

What is the price of the Benelli 302S and Benelli Leoncino 500 in Nepal?

The Benelli 302S costs Rs 10.5 lakh to Rs 10.75 lakh and the Benelli Leoncino 500 costs Rs 13 lakh (ex-showroom, July 2026).

Should I buy the Benelli 302S or the Benelli Leoncino 500?

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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