Swm Silverback 400 vs Fantic Caballero 500
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Swm Silverback 400 vs Fantic Caballero 500. Swm Silverback 400: approximately 35 hp @ 8,000 rpm (estimated) hp, approximately 165 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed approximately 145 km/h (estimated), Motoryk rating 6.5/10. 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.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Swm Silverback 400
Fantic Caballero 500
Horsepower (hp)
35 hp
35 hp
Torque (Nm)
35 Nm
40 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
145 km/h
145 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
165 kg
148 kg
Type
Scrambler
Scrambler
Horsepower
approximately 35 hp @ 8,000 rpm (estimated)
35 hp @ 8,000 rpm
Torque
approximately 35 Nm @ 6,000 rpm (estimated)
40 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
Top Speed
approximately 145 km/h (estimated)
145 km/h
Weight
approximately 165 kg (wet/curb weight)
148 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
3.5 L/100km or approximately 28.5 km/L (typical real-world average)
3.5 L/100km or approx. 28.5 km/L (typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Swm Silverback 400
6.5/10
"Capable niche adventurer ruined by catastrophic parts and dealer support."
Pros
+Proven Rotax-derived engine
+Capable off-road geometry
+Priced well below competitors
Cons
−Near-zero parts availability
−Negligible dealer support network
−Resale value stays low
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
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