Lifan Sr200 vs Fantic Caballero 250
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Lifan Sr200 vs Fantic Caballero 250. Lifan Sr200: ~15 hp @ 8,000 rpm — best estimate; official figures not widely published hp, ~145 kg (wet/curb weight) — best estimate; verify with regional spec sheet weight, top speed 115–125 km/h — best estimate based on engine class, Motoryk rating 5.5/10. Fantic Caballero 250: 25 hp @ 9,000 rpm hp, 153 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 120 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Lifan Sr200
Fantic Caballero 250
Horsepower (hp)
15 hp
25 hp
Torque (Nm)
15 Nm
21 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
115 km/h
120 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
145 kg
153 kg
Type
Scrambler
Scrambler
Horsepower
~15 hp @ 8,000 rpm — best estimate; official figures not widely published
25 hp @ 9,000 rpm
Torque
~15 Nm @ 6,500 rpm — best estimate
21 Nm @ 7,500 rpm
Top Speed
115–125 km/h — best estimate based on engine class
120 km/h
Weight
~145 kg (wet/curb weight) — best estimate; verify with regional spec sheet
153 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
3.0–3.5 L/100km (approx. 28–33 km/L) — best estimate, official figures vary by market
3.5 L/100km or ~28.5 km/L (typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Lifan Sr200
5.5/10
"Decent budget starter if you buy smart and inspect thoroughly."
Pros
+Genuinely attractive retro styling
+Beginner-friendly power delivery
+Cheap entry price used
Cons
−Inconsistent quality control issues
−Electrical systems notoriously temperamental
−Parts sourcing still frustrating
Fantic Caballero 250
7.5/10
"Charming urban scrambler that rewards careful buying with real smiles."
Pros
+Genuinely excellent build quality
+Lightweight and highly maneuverable
+Strong retro visual appeal
Cons
−Electrical gremlins on older bikes
−Parts sourcing can frustrate
−Abrupt low-throttle fueling
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