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Benelli BN 251 Price in Nepal
The Benelli BN 251 price in Nepal is Rs 5.2 lakh (ex-showroom), across 1 variant.
About the Benelli BN 251
Benelli’s BN 251 sits in an interesting sweet spot for Nepali buyers who want a genuinely international, premium-feel 250 cc motorcycle without stretching to full-fledged big-bike money. With a modern single-cylinder engine, proper highway-ready chassis and dual-channel ABS at an ex-showroom price of Rs 5,20,000 for the ABS variant, it targets car owners and commuters looking to upgrade into a more engaging yet everyday-usable machine rather than a bare-bones budget bike.
Editorial overview compiled from official specs and Nepali/Indian auto sources · as of 27 Aug 2026.
Design & styling
The BN 251 looks and feels like a scaled-down middleweight naked rather than an entry-level commuter, which is a big part of its appeal in Nepal’s growing premium bike segment. The steel trellis frame, exposed under the fuel tank, gives it a European flavor, complemented by sharp body panels, a muscular fuel tank and compact tail section that stand out in city traffic. Upside-down front forks and 17-inch alloy wheels, as offered on the ABS variant sold in Nepal, add visual substance and convey a more serious, sport-oriented intent than most 150–200 cc rivals. Overall, the BN 251’s styling positions it as a lifestyle purchase for buyers moving up from scooters or small cars, who still want something manageable and not overly intimidating in size.
Engine & performance
At its core, the BN 251 uses a roughly 250 cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled, fuel-injected petrol engine, tuned to deliver around mid-20s horsepower and just over 21 Nm of torque, figures that place it squarely among today’s quarter-litre street bikes. The motor is paired with a 6-speed gearbox, giving enough flexibility for mixed use: commuting in lower gears around Kathmandu’s stop-go traffic and stretching its legs on open sections of highways like Mugling–Pokhara or Hetauda–Bardibas. With a relatively modern DOHC, four-valve architecture and liquid cooling, it is engineered to sustain higher revs and longer rides at stable temperatures, which is reassuring for buyers thinking of occasional intercity trips rather than purely office runs. Performance expectations are that it will feel more eager and free-revving than entry 150–160 cc machines, but still usable and forgiving enough for riders upgrading from scooters or smaller motorcycles.
Variant-wise price list
Every Benelli BN 251 trim on sale in Nepal, at ex-showroom prices.
| Variant | Ex-showroom price |
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| ABS | रु 5,20,000 |
Ex-showroom prices researched from official KTM International Trading Pvt. Ltd. (Benelli Nepal) sources.
What it actually costs
Pick a variant and a province — ex-showroom, tax, insurance and EMI all update together.
Ex-showroom prices as published by KTM International Trading Pvt. Ltd. (Benelli Nepal). Road tax follows the selected province's schedule; third-party insurance follows the fixed NIA motor tariff.
Based on a 249.2 cc engine/motor. Non-Bagmati province rates are single-source/indicative. Third-party cover is compulsory and priced at the fixed NIA tariff — identical at every insurer. Bank lending rates vary (Asar 2083 (June/July 2026)).
Or open the tax calculator for the full provincial schedule.
Key specs & features
The figures buyers ask for first, per variant — drivetrain, seating, safety kit, screen, charging and clearance. Only what we hold a real source for is listed; anything we have not confirmed is left out rather than guessed.
Specifications can change without notice — confirm the exact trim with the distributor before you buy.
Full specifications
Full spec table across all 1 Nepal variant.
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Design & Exterior same across range |
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Sales & Imports same across range |
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Value for Money Verdict same across range |
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Amber rows mark a genuine difference between variants. Grey italic means the figure has not been published for Nepal — we leave the gap visible rather than filling it from another market's spec sheet. Specs researched from official sources and Nepali auto portals.
Buying the ABS
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What Nepali buyers & owners are saying — Benelli BN 251
Compiled from Reddit, Quora, YouTube comments, Nepali auto groups and forums.
- Buyers frequently compare the BN 251’s Rs 5.20 lakh pricing against KTM Duke 250, Yamaha FZ25 and CF Moto 250 in the Nepali market, seeing it as slightly expensive for a single‑cylinder 250
- Commenters note that Benelli service and parts are easier to access in Kathmandu and a few urban centres, but riders from outside the Valley hesitate due to limited dealer reach
- Ground clearance and suspension are discussed in the context of Nepali road conditions, with some riders doubting its suitability for frequent off‑highway or rural use
“5lakh..its to much man..go for tvs 2004v..tvs provide dual chanel abs..”
“Totally copied desigh from ktm duke..exclusive top brands never copy...”
“Yasko sound naramro lagyo”
“Dai service cost kati aauxa hola?”
“A stylish entry‑level Benelli with smooth performance, but the five‑plus lakh price makes many riders compare it carefully against KTM and other 250s in Nepal.”
“The BN 251 looks and feels premium, yet some Nepali riders still hesitate because Benelli’s dealership and service reach outside Kathmandu is limited compared to established brands.”
AI-compiled from publicly available online discussion (YouTube review comments, forums and Q&A sites) · confidence: medium · as of 31 Aug 2026. Quotes marked with a platform are real comments; the rest are paraphrased summaries of common opinions. Sources: youtube.com, youtube.com, youtube.com, youtube.com, ktm2day.com, bikepricenepal.com
Owners in Italy have lived with this for 10 years 4 months
The Benelli BN 251 has been on sale in Italy longer than in Nepal, so owners there have answered questions Nepali owners are only starting to. This sits alongside the Nepali sentiment above — it does not replace it. It is sold there as the Benelli BN 251.
Resale value, service and spare-part costs, warranty terms and charging coverage are set by each market — different duty, different dealer networks, a different used-car market. Read these as context on the vehicle's reputation, never as figures for Nepal.
- The BN 251 is priced at 2,990 euros in Italy, which is competitive compared to its rivals.
Owner satisfaction in Italy: 75/100. This is a reading of Italy owners only — it is not a Nepal sentiment score and is not counted in one. AI-compiled from publicly available owner discussion in Italy · confidence: medium · as of 14 Aug 2026. Sources: insella.it, lerepairedesmotards.com
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Where to buy it
Every outlet below is an authorised Benelli dealer. We show what we can verify — an outlet with no published number is listed separately rather than shown as a dead card.
No number published by the distributor. Call the nearest outlet above and ask them to route you.
All 4 contactable outlets in Nepal. Contacts verified 26 Jul 2026.
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Reviewed by Ajit Narayan Singh, Editor · prices & specs compiled from official brand and distributor sources, last updated July 18, 2026 · how we verify