Two Benelli Icons, One Idle Solution
The Benelli Leoncino 250 and Imperiale 400 occupy very different positions in the Benelli lineup — the Leoncino is a nimble scrambler-style commuter, while the Imperiale is a classic-styled cruiser with a single-cylinder 400cc engine. Despite their different characters, both share a compatible EFI throttle body architecture, and both depend on the IAC stepper motor to maintain stable idle. The LOREADA IAC Stepper Motor OE C007G is the direct replacement for both models.
Leoncino 250: Urban Agility Needs Clean Idle
The Leoncino 250 is built for city riding — frequent stops, tight traffic, and constant throttle transitions. In this environment, a worn IAC valve shows up immediately: the bike stalls at junctions, idles roughly when stationary, or surges when the throttle is released. The C007G restores the precise bypass airflow control the Leoncino's ECU needs to keep idle smooth through every stop-and-go cycle.
Imperiale 400: Classic Style, Modern EFI Demands
The Imperiale 400's retro aesthetic belies a modern EFI system that requires the same precision idle control as any contemporary motorcycle. At low RPM, the single-cylinder 400cc engine is particularly sensitive to IAC degradation — the idle quality difference between a good and a worn IAC valve is immediately noticeable. The C007G brings that idle quality back to factory standard.
Key Specifications
- OE Reference: C007G
- Application: Benelli Leoncino 250, Benelli Imperiale 400
- Connector: Benelli-spec plug, direct fit for both models
- Replacement type: Direct OEM drop-in
- QA: Validated against both Leoncino 250 and Imperiale 400 throttle body specs
Installation Notes
On the Leoncino 250, the throttle body is accessible after removing the side panels and airbox. On the Imperiale 400, the IAC valve is reachable with the fuel tank raised. Clean the bypass port on both models before fitting. After installation, use a Benelli-compatible diagnostic tool to clear idle fault codes and run the relearn sequence.
Why LOREADA?
LOREADA's Benelli-specific IAC motors are validated against model-level throttle body data, not just brand-level specifications. The C007G is confirmed to fit and perform correctly on both the Leoncino 250 and Imperiale 400 — two bikes with different engine sizes but shared IAC architecture.
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