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2023Fantic Caballero Scrambler 500

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The 2023 Fantic Caballero Scrambler 500 is a lightweight enduro bike designed for riders seeking accessible off-road adventure and retro scrambler styling. Powered by a 449cc single-cylinder four-stroke engine producing 40 horsepower, it delivers agile handling and manageable performance suitable for both novice and intermediate riders. Known for its versatile character, this bike excels on mixed terrain with its responsive fuel injection, liquid cooling, and six-speed transmission.

Capacity: 449.0 ccm
Engine: Single, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Wet weight: 150.0 kg
Seat height: 820 mm
Power: 40.0 HP (29.2 kW) @ 7500 RPM

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What’s new for the 2023 Fantic Caballero Scrambler 500

vs the 2022

Spec	2022	2023
Front suspension	ø41mm upside down	41mm upside down fork
Rear suspension	Rebound damping regulation	Progressive link. Rebound damping regulation

Other years 2021 2022 2023 2024

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail78%

Cornering72%

City riding68%

Daily riding65%

Touring45%

Two-up40%

Track30%

Best for: Built as a stylish, retro-styled scrambler that mixes light off-road capability with everyday street usability.
Built for: A characterful, torquey single-cylinder bike with an authentic scrambler feel, offering playful handling over agile, quick point-and-shoot riding rather than outright speed.
Not ideal for: Not ideal for riders seeking high-speed touring comfort, long motorway stints, or serious technical off-road adventure riding.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

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At 820mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with balls of both feet on the 2023 Fantic Caballero Scrambler 500, with a moderate knee angle of around 90 degrees and a slightly forward riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Fuel per litre

Riding a year

Based on the maker's published fuel consumption and tank size. Real-world figures depend on how and where you ride, and the last litres of a tank are reserve. Prices shown greyed are examples - type your own.

Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 449.0 ccm
Power: 40.0 HP (29.2 kW) @ 7500 RPM
Torque: 43.0 Nm (4.4 kgf-m) @ 6000 RPM
Engine type: Single, four-stroke
Fuel consumption: 4.20 litres/100 km (23.8 km/l)
Power/weight ratio: 0.2667 HP/kg (wet)
Bore x stroke: 94.5 x 64.0 mm
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Valves per cylinder: 4

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Clutch: Wet multi-plate

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1425 mm
Overall length: 2080 mm
Seat height: 820 mm
Wet weight: 150.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 12.00 litres
Dry weight: Not on record - add it

Chassis & suspension

Frame: CrMo steel central-tube
Front suspension: 41mm upside down fork
Rear suspension: Progressive link. Rebound damping regulation
Front wheel travel: 150 mm
Rear wheel travel: 150 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Single disc. ABS
Front brakes diameter: 320 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc. ABS
ABS: Yes
Front tyre: 110/80-R19
Rear tyre: 140/80-R17

Other

Color options: Red, yellow
Warranty: 12
Comments: Italian brand

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What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted

Specification	2021	2022	2023	2024
Capacity	449 cc	449 cc	449 cc	449 cc
Seat height	820 mm	820 mm	820 mm	820 mm
Fuel capacity	12 L	12 L	12 L	12 L

Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.

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The 2023 Fantic Caballero Scrambler 500 is an adventure bike that does exactly what it promises. The 449cc engine produces 40 hp and 43 Nm, which suits the bike's character well. With an 820 mm seat and a 150 kg weight, it is best suited to long road trips with the option of gravel and light trails, although it is happier on gravel roads than on serious off-road tracks. A good option if it matches the way you ride.

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