Fantic Caballero 700 vs Bmw R Ninet Scrambler
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Fantic Caballero 700 vs Bmw R Ninet Scrambler. Fantic Caballero 700: ~80 hp @ 9,000 rpm (estimated, based on engine variant) hp, ~210 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed ~185 km/h (estimated), Motoryk rating 7.5/10. Bmw R Ninet Scrambler: 110 hp @ 7,750 rpm hp, 220 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 200 km/h (estimated; BMW does not officially publish top speed), Motoryk rating 7.8/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Fantic Caballero 700
Bmw R Ninet Scrambler
Horsepower (hp)
80 hp
110 hp
Torque (Nm)
67 Nm
116 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
185 km/h
200 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
210 kg
220 kg
Type
Scrambler
Scrambler
Horsepower
~80 hp @ 9,000 rpm (estimated, based on engine variant)
110 hp @ 7,750 rpm
Torque
~67 Nm @ 6,500 rpm (estimated)
116 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
Top Speed
~185 km/h (estimated)
200 km/h (estimated; BMW does not officially publish top speed)
Weight
~210 kg (wet/curb weight)
220 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
~5.5 L/100km (estimated real-world average)
5.5 L/100km (approximately 18.2 km/L, typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Fantic Caballero 700
7.5/10
"A looker with a trustworthy heart — buy one with history."
Pros
+Reliable Enfield-derived engine
+Stunning Italian bodywork
+Marzocchi fork holds up
Cons
−Early subframe cracking issues
−Neglected suspension linkage bearings
−Rare, so prices hold firm
Bmw R Ninet Scrambler
7.8/10
"Character-rich retro that rewards patient riders willing to spend wisely."
Pros
+Air-cooled boxer character unmatched
+Bulletproof drivetrain mechanically
+Strong used parts availability
Cons
−Stock seat genuinely awful
−Headers run dangerously hot
−Ergonomics fatigue after hours
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