Comparison test: Honda CB300R vs Benelli Leoncino 250
Abhay Verma Published: December 26, 2019, 05:12 PM IST
If retro motorcycles are your thing, 2019 was action-packed, given the number of retro-classics launched across segments and price points. I particularly liked the Honda CB300R for what it is a compact, light, retro-styled quarter-litre naked streetbike that impresses on various fronts. The only chink in the armour though is its high sticker price, as Honda only assembles it here currently and is yet to start manufacturing the motorcycle locally. But now Benelli has entered the exact same niche, taking the exact same route. The Benelli Leoncino 250 effectively has several similarities to the Honda CB300R like the retro-styling, similarity of intent and price point too! So if in the market for a quarter-litre naked that s fun to ride and retro-looking, which