Benelli Leoncino Bobber 400 vs Kawasaki Eliminator: specs compared
Side-by-side specs of the Benelli Leoncino Bobber 400 (2026-present) and the Kawasaki Eliminator (2024-present), using the latest model year of each.
Key differences
- Power: Benelli Leoncino Bobber 400 34.9 hp, Kawasaki Eliminator 45 hp.
- Torque: Benelli Leoncino Bobber 400 36 Nm, Kawasaki Eliminator 42.6 Nm.
- Weight: Benelli Leoncino Bobber 400 182 kg, Kawasaki Eliminator 175 kg.
Key figures
Power hp
- Benelli Leoncino Bobber 400 (2026-present)34.9
- Kawasaki Eliminator (2024-present)45 (best)
Torque Nm
- Benelli Leoncino Bobber 400 (2026-present)36
- Kawasaki Eliminator (2024-present)42.6 (best)
Weight kg
- Benelli Leoncino Bobber 400 (2026-present)182
- Kawasaki Eliminator (2024-present)175 (best)
Full specs
| Specification |  2026-present Remove |  2024-present Remove |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Cruiser | Cruiser |
| Years | 2026-present | 2024-present |
| Engine | two-cylinder at a 60° V-angle , 4 strokes Injection, 29 mm diameter Cooling system : liquid 1 ACT 4 valves per cylinder 384.50 cc 35.40 ch (34.90 hp) to 8,000 rpm 3.70 mkg (36 Nm) to 4,500 rpm | 451cc liquid-cooled parallel-twin, DOHC, 8-valve, 70.0 x 58.6mm bore/stroke, 11.3:1 compression; derived from the Ninja 400/Z400 engine family (also used in the 2024+ Ninja 500/Z500) and tuned for low/mid-range cruiser character |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Displacement | 384 cc | 451 cc |
| Power | 34.9 hp @ 8,000 rpm | 45 hp @ 9,000 rpmBest |
| Torque | 36 Nm @ 4,500 rpm | 42.6 Nm @ 6,000 rpmBest |
| Transmission | 6 stage gearbox , manual Secondary belt drive | 6-speed manual with cable-actuated slip/assist wet clutch, chain final drive |
| Final drive | belt | chain |
| Weight | 182 kg (wet) | 175 kg (wet)Best |
| Seat height | 730 mm | 734 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 15 LBest | 12.9 L |
| Front suspension | Reverse telescopic hydraulic fork, 35 mm diameter, Wheel travel : 125 mm (4.92 in) | 41mm telescopic fork, non-adjustable, ~120mm (4.7 in) travel |
| Rear suspension | 2 side shock absorbers, Wheel travel : 100 mm (3.94 in) | Twin shocks, adjustable spring preload, ~80-89mm (3.1-3.5 in) travel |
| Brake system | Not available | ABS optional (+$300); standard disc brakes front/rear |
| Front brake | 1 disc Ø 300 mm (11.81 in), 4-piston caliper | Single 310mm disc, twin-piston caliper (Nissin) |
| Rear brake | 1 disc Ø 240 mm (9.45 in), single-piston caliper | Single 220mm disc, single-piston caliper (Nissin) |
| Front tire | 130/90-16 | 130/70-18 |
| Rear tire | 150/80-16 | 150/80-16 |
| Quickshifter | Not available | No |
| Launch price | Not available | USD 6,649 (US) |