Fantic Caballero 500 vs Benelli Leoncino 250
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Fantic Caballero 500 vs Benelli Leoncino 250. Fantic Caballero 500: 35 hp @ 8,000 rpm hp, 148 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 145 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10. Benelli Leoncino 250: ~17 hp @ 8,000 rpm (estimated based on available market data) hp, ~153 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed ~120 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer figures not widely published), Motoryk rating 6.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Fantic Caballero 500
Benelli Leoncino 250
Horsepower (hp)
35 hp
17 hp
Torque (Nm)
40 Nm
20 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
145 km/h
120 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
148 kg
153 kg
Type
Scrambler
Scrambler
Horsepower
35 hp @ 8,000 rpm
~17 hp @ 8,000 rpm (estimated based on available market data)
Torque
40 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
~20 Nm @ 6,000 rpm (estimated)
Top Speed
145 km/h
~120 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer figures not widely published)
Weight
148 kg (wet/curb weight)
~153 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
3.5 L/100km or approx. 28.5 km/L (typical real-world average)
3.0–3.5 L/100km (approx. 28–33 km/L typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Fantic Caballero 500
7.5/10
"A gorgeous, characterful single that rewards patient buyers who do homework."
Pros
+Husqvarna engine proven reliable
+Stunning authentic Italian styling
+Lightweight and genuinely flickable
Cons
−Patchy UK dealer network
−Parts availability can frustrate
−Suspension mediocre at limits
Benelli Leoncino 250
6.5/10
"A stylish urban toy that rewards cautious buyers and punishes neglect."
Pros
+Genuinely attractive scrambler styling
+Comfortable upright riding position
+Lightweight and easy handling
Cons
−Poor dealer and parts network
−Engine hates neglected maintenance
−Motorway use feels strained
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