Fantic Caballero 500 - a smile triggering scrambler with a punchy engine - happiness guaranteed!

A motorbike guaranteed to make you smile - get your leg over the latest Fantic Caballero 2019 model. You won’t regret it! ~40hp of fun, happiness and comfort on a well made single cylinder engine. With posh bits where it matters, the Fantic is probably all you need in your garage. Well almost ;). Get yours from the lovely people at Haines & Co - click on www.hainesMC.co.uk
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[@harrienelle6471]

You can say all you want. The cat seems to approve, and I value its' opinion.

[@Laramoto]

Exactly!

[@c.g.c2067]

That's your bike Lara, you're as happy as kid riding it :)

[@Laramoto]

It was delightful! Happiness indeed 😁

[@olalj123]

I got mine in May of 2019. I've ridden 1700 km with it so far. I am very happy with it. The "crackle and pop" partially disappears if you upgrade the engine mapping to the "race" mapping which also gives you 2 or 3 more bhp. I haven't really taken it off road (apart from gravel roads) so can't sy anything about how it would handle off road. It handles (legal) highway speeds ok. All in all, it is a fun bike that does what I need (and want) it to do. PM me if you have questions and I'll answer as best I can. To Laramoto: Nice review and cute cat!

[@Laramoto]

Hello Olalj! Thanks for the info - I am partial to a crackle and pop but always keen for a race map with some breathable pipes. It is truly a fun bike, there is so much to be gained from less horsepower and genuine enjoyment of a simpler ride. Thank you for your feedback - the cute cat was a bonus! It literally came out of a hedge to interrupt recordings ;)

[@Steven-sx4nc]

Hi. I am thinking about getting this bike. Can you tell me about its reliability ?

[@peterbarclay2472]

Really good to see this brand back making the retro scrambler I use to have a 1978 50cc as a kid to mess about over the woods on back in the 80's they always had a slightly different take on motorbikes of the day in design. May pop over to Crazy Horse for a test ride.. cheers good review 👍

[@Laramoto]

Thanks Peter! The chap that offered a ride said their 50’s were the fastest at the time - would recommend a ride, they are so friendly and smiles are guaranteed!

[@solino2002andrea]

Hi Lara! At that time, Luckily or unfortunately, I was a motorcycle magazines reader and dreamer boy (I obviously had no money but even required age as well) when Fantic Caballero was built in a 50cc version too. We were used to 4 Gears Morini on Minarelli engines that we used to extremely tune, so rare 6 gears ones, mounted on rare 50 cc motocross bikes, were our basement wet dream. I remember that we used to spend much more time in our basement with those engines than outside at the sunlight. Nostalgic thoughts apart, I think it’s a cool bike for that price and could perfectly goes hand in hand with a British countryside calm and calming journey as the one you took in this video. I like so much how you are good at centering right points about motorcycles character, during your road tests. I really like you and your KZbin channel .Thank you.

[@Laramoto]

Hello Andrea! Love your story - I heard about how great the early Fantics were, thank you for sharing! Quindi grato per la tua iscrizione e gentili commenti, davvero apprezzati!

[@F.Krueger-cs4vk]

Love your cat, what a sweet heart. Great informational video, cool bike, thankyou for sharing. 👌 🇦🇺

[@Laramoto]

Thanks for watching all the way from Australia! Sadly not my cat, but very much welcome in my video! Thank you very much for watching :)

[@F.Krueger-cs4vk]

@@Laramoto Your welcome. I'm in the market to purchase simple small commuter bike. I realise a single cylinder motor. Does the bike travel comfortably at 100 klm/ hr? Can you let me know where the tacho indicator sit at 100 klm/hr? My work commute takes me on 80 & 100 klm/hr signed roads. Wondering if the bike will suit my situation. Look forward to your reply. Cheers James

[@Laramoto]

Hello James - you need to test ride it but I don't think it has quite enough 'go' to be good at 80 to 100kmh, it will get there, but not much spare, for the odd evasive maneuver! Why don't you try a test ride? :)

[@F.Krueger-cs4vk]

@@Laramoto Thankyou for your reply. Yes, actually I will go this weekend, not sure if bike place is open with Easter, otherwise following weekend. I want a simple no frills bike to commute. Have a great Easter. Cheers, James.

[@alfresco1529]

Lovely video, you have talent in every way and get to point with a smile. Love the cat btw, thanks!

[@Laramoto]

Thank you! 😊Cat was a pleasant accessory :)

[@MattTofield]

Hi Lara, just found your channel, so,glad I did. Would you consider (4 yrs on) reviewing the 2024 rally version of the fantic 500? Be gret to get your thoughtd as this is the next bike I’m thinking of getting. Cheers from a Brit abroad.

[@richardgee6479]

Hi I've only just found your channel and wanted to say how great it is as a designer myself I love how much your reviews focus on not only the bikes performance but on the design details ie ur Mt 10 review thank you I'm a new fan and a biker I have a 1200bandit but desperately fancy a rocket gt ever ridden one?I haven't yet but I'm currently not riding since having to give my licence back for medical reasons:-(will be back mid may I'm in Nottingham where are you?PPS thank you love ur reviewing style cheers Richard

[@Laramoto]

Thank you! Not ridden a rocket yet, but working on it ;)

[@gobbel600]

I wonder if they are reliable😁. They look awesome. We have a local dealer here. I'm a Honda guy but they don't make anything lightweight and cool looking with light off-road capability

[@Laramoto]

I don't see why they wouldn't be, plus if you have a local dealer they would cover you!

[@garypunter412]

Great vlog as always Lara. Nice to see you had some company on this one (lovely little cat). Not my kind of bike, but looks like fun to ride. Maybe a cracking second bike. Thanks for the vlog. 👍👍

[@Laramoto]

Thank you Gary! I’ve been editing this one for a while - was a sunny bank holiday when I shot this! It is a laugh but a bit niche. Appreciate your feedback 👍

[@warmachinebodybuilding]

Hi Lara beautiful video. I am a happy owner of the caballero flat track, a beautiful bike and cornering is a beautiful beast. Subscribed to your beautiful channel and super like by Warmachine bodybuilding from Garage Gym Italy

[@Laramoto]

Thank you very much! Really appreciate you watching and glad to hear that you're a Fantic fan!

[@Hassan-jd6is]

Hey what’s the difference between scrambler and flat track?

[@mark.e.p]

Lovely looking bike, proper retro and some quality parts. 40 horses is enough for something so light and agile.

[@Laramoto]

Yep you’re spot on, was a joy to ride!

[@doomsday9790]

I got the Rally version and its really great, so much fun, light and agile. 40hp ist enough, top speed ist 145 kmh and it pulls really good. So far i have 1300 km on it, its currently at the dealer for the first service and for the race mapping, cant wait to get it back =)

[@Laramoto]

Mint - glad you're enjoying it!

[@nealtoner7875]

So good I've watched it twice!

[@Laramoto]

Winner - thats very kind of you

[@MrPeterJMilner]

Great review as always Lara. It looks like a great little bike and the cat was nice too. Frolly and I enjoyed that one. i wonder how this bike would compare to something like the Royal Enfield Himalayan which is a slightly different bike but more or less the same engine. It would be great if you could get hold of one of those too. Cheers for now, Peter.

[@Laramoto]

Good shout Peter, I really enjoyed the single - it’s the simplicity of it 🤗 thank you again for your feedback 👍 noted on the Enfield (there are so many bikes I need to ride!) 🤨😭

[@MrPeterJMilner]

@@Laramoto I'm sure you'll get to ride a few in due course. Next season beckons! Most of all enjoy it 👍🏍🏁📽

[@nealtoner7875]

Exactly up my street (yes I read the other messages 😂) wicked video Subbed and Much love from Yorkshire

[@Laramoto]

Brilliant! Glad to have a Yorkshire man on board 🤗

[@allsearpw3829]

A cat lover as well , ah ? Passion all round and one happy young lady , put it on your XMAS list ? . Have fun .

[@Laramoto]

Yes very happy! Thanks for watching 😍

[@HippoDrones]

It is a cracking looking bike, was sort of on my shortlist a couple of years back, but I went for the now dropped Beta Alp 4.0 which was a cracking trail bike, but not as good on tarmac as the Fantic.

[@Laramoto]

Wow, what a novel looking bike! (I had to google it) - certainly different. Looks perfect for off road detours. Fantic styling is pretty special though, the chopped Arrow cans were my favourite feature :)

[@HippoDrones]

@@Laramoto It does have looks to die for! :-)

[@den2ofoz]

Planning to upgrade my bike to this. And subbed.

[@Laramoto]

Thank you so much!

[@davidhardstaff8110]

Would love one and to use it at rallymoto events, just need some long term owners to give honest reviews

[@Laramoto]

Agreed!

[@jumbeesidhu8021]

Hey lara Liked this review 😊😊

[@Laramoto]

Thank you Jay!

[@jakemonster001]

Great review. I just need them to ship one here in the US so I can try it out. :)

[@Laramoto]

I’d chat to the Fantic team! They might already have some over there!

[@jakemonster001]

@@Laramoto Thank you and oh my wallet. lol

[@martinpye549]

good review. very interested in this bike now.

[@Laramoto]

That’s great to here - it was so much fun to ride! Do you have a dealer near you?

[@martinpye549]

@@Laramoto im in Stoke, but sure there's one in Brum. Won't be til after Christmas now though !

[@mrk5534]

Great video, looking at one of these to share with my other half! One question - how tall are you?

[@Laramoto]

Hope they find it useful! I'm 5 foot 10.

[@markjones336]

Should I sell my z1000sx to buy one..?Im old(59)I need to slow down!love the look of this bike!❤️👌

[@Laramoto]

Yes! Its such a brilliant and happy bit of kit.... try Haines and co for a test ride... www.hainesmc.co.uk/

[@markjones336]

Laramoto ok brill,Got it!Cheers!😁👍

[@tonydare7614]

Hi Lara Loved this video. After changing bikes several times 😁, my current Aprilia Tuono is becoming increasingly unusable in the Paris region due to absurd speed limits and other measures to discourage bikers. Was thinking of getting one of these for the suburbs and hopefully beyond, would you recommend it for bopping around on weekends?

[@Laramoto]

Hello Tony! Really glad you enjoyed it, the Fantic was such a lovely bike to ride! Totally recommend it for weekend jollies, just make sure you're happy with a bit less power!

[@tonydare7614]

@@Laramoto thanks Lara, it's my endless dilemma! The real problem is where I live, not the bike. The one I really want is the forthcoming Triumph Speed triple RR with a fairing 🤣🤣 but logic tells me that it makes even less sense than the gorgeous Tuono. In an ideal world, we'd all have at least 3 bikes Take care

[@Laramoto]

Lol its so true! The Tuono does seem to cover a lot of options... yes, 3 bike garage at least. I've got a craving for a supermoto to finish my garage but probs just for the track. You take care too!

[@00philosofy00]

A lot a lot a lot troubles with my brand New Rally500 and factory not even react ! My dealer self is lost by so much troubles and no Fantic Motor response ! A real shame

[@Laramoto]

Hello Philip! Really sorry to hear that - have you escalated this to the Fantic team? Might be worth a message on Facebook to see if they can help? facebook.com/fanticmotoruk

[@exothermal.sprocket]

Today is the day I first heard of Fantic motorcycles. Never heard of them before, for all the time I've been around bikes and research. Whodathunk.

[@Laramoto]

Hey! Totally with you there, I had no idea too! My friend offered it as a ride and I was really curious about the brand. Hope the video brought it to life!

[@exothermal.sprocket]

@@Laramoto You do a great job connecting to your viewers.

[@Laramoto]

Thank you so much!

[@oldestpunkinargentina7766]

Great review blondie ! How tall are you ? I'm 1.835 cms (a little over 6 1¨) Will my legs be cramped on this bike ? Is the exhaust loud or it just seems like that from the video ? Looks and specs are just what the doctor ordered ! Unrelated, but respectfully, you're gorgeous ! You look just like a german girlfriend I used to date.

[@Laramoto]

Hello! Thanks for your feedback :) I'm 5 foot 10 (about 178). My friend who rides one so i'll find out how tall he is. The exhaust has a good volume and makes it fun, but its not overbearing. Hope your ex liked bikes too!

[@oldestpunkinargentina7766]

@@Laramoto Thanx a lot luv ! Yes she did, and she was just as tall as you are. We used to ride my 1993 Suzuki DR350S. Man I miss her. I should have put a ring on her finger, but was too immature back then. This bike also looks lile my first bike crush, the Honda CL360.

[@Laramoto]

Hello Punky! Sorry for the delay - I need to figure out how to turn on YT convo notifications. I think the Fantic Cab is a cuter version of the CL360 for sure...

[@oldestpunkinargentina7766]

@@Laramoto Don't sweat it; no one expects answers to their comments really, or in a quick fashion to boot, so thans lot ! We know you're busy people. You'll notice when you reach thousands of followers, which I can foresee happening :-)

[@ukvamp]

would you say this would be good for a first bike? planning of doing my direct access test this year but looking to start small and this seems like a bike i could keep and have alongside a bigger engine bike later on. I can't decide if i want this or a royal enfield interceptor, different bikes i know but as i have a 35 inch inside leg i feel the scrambler might fit me better

[@Laramoto]

Hello! Thanks for commenting and yes, it would be totally wonderful for a first bike. It's a characterful, delighting bike. You'll want to taste real power eventually, but it totally deserves a permanent home in a garage. You must try it for size though just to check, but it is suitable for various leg lengths and incredibly comfortable!

[@ukvamp]

@@Laramoto thanks, seems a fun bike to start but something i can keep alongside something else. Size wise i think I'll fit but like you say, best to test one to find out. Just need to crack on getting my licence!

[@Laramoto]

Good luck! I look forward to welcoming you to the bike world :)

[@markjones336]

Great video!Answered most of my questions but-will it suit a6ft2 14&half stone man?Can you tour on it?Do you know the mpg?Do you think it would be ok on motorways?

[@Laramoto]

Hello! I've done some research with a friend that owns one and he's come back with the following: "MPG seems to around the stated 55 mpg but going to check - will get back to you." "It will sit at 70 on the motorway fine. But it's a 500 single so it's fantastic on the A&B roads which is where it belongs!" "I'm 6ft and 13,5 stone and it's good, as I said before most comfortable bike ever owned . It's still fine with my partner on the back too." And finally - of course you should buy one - Preferably from Haines and co.! www.hainesmc.co.uk/

[@markjones336]

Laramoto I have a z1000sx on a 17plate at the moment!But it bores me to death,(No soul,)But that returns over 57mpg when I thrash it,So bit concerning the frantic only does 55mpg,Where is this bike shop based?Do they give a good P/x?(Thanks for all your info,)👍

[@Laramoto]

Hello mark! Drop me a message on Twitter/Insta if you still need help! @laramoto (twitter) or @_laramoto_ (insta) - I need to sort notifications out on YT!

[@markjones336]

@@Laramoto Hi laramoto,The Kawasaki has gone a long time ago,I’m back with my one true love(16 plate RT1200 BMW)Sorry!😍👍

[@Laramoto]

@@markjones336 spot on!!! Made an excellent choice and I’m glad you’re happy 🤟

[@clodagharmitage]

How tall are you? What is the seat height? Looks a cracking bike. Love it.

[@Laramoto]

5 foot 10 - will google the seat height!

[@olalj123]

@@Laramoto 82 cm (2 foot 8 9/32 ). I am 172 cm tall and it's ok for me (5 foot 7 23/32 )

[@davidfoster9890]

@@olalj123 I'm just 5'6'' - short legs, but just drop the forks a touch, no problem at all.

[@swedbear4035]

Great review! Really nice balance of serious, facts and fun! Refreshing to see more female bikers contributing to the scene as well. Not that gender is everything, but always good with a mix of people. 😊 I'm thinking that this or the rally version (prefer the colour scheme of this one though) could make a great first bike for me when I've taken the license. I really want to be able to go anywhere and around here there aren't many places gnarlier than a forest road where you can legally ride. What do you think, good first bike for a 187cm 95kg 40-year old beginner? 😃

[@Laramoto]

Hallo Bjorn! Hvordan har du det? Thank you for watching my review - really appreciate it. I'm enjoying making them and adding my point of view, good to mix up opinions from different people. You will adore either of the Fantic options. its an absolute delight to ride. I know a very happy owner who has similar dimensions to you and yes, the bike isn't that fast, but it will easily put a smile on your face and its extremely comfortable. It's a great first bike and often, a bike people come back to! Let me know how you get on.

[@swedbear4035]

@@Laramoto Your first line made me really curious as to what country you think I'm from? 😃 Yeah, it seems a real hoot! I'm also considering getting a Husqvarna tr650 Terra if I can get hold of a good one (only sold 2013-2014). Seems to strike a really good balance. Yamaha XT660R is also on my list, but no abs makes me doubt it for me. By the way, what's the best bike you've ever ridden so far? 😃

[@Laramoto]

Hehe I decided you might be Norwegian! Sorry if I'm way off the mark! I had to google the Husqvarna tr650 Terra.... looks like a great laugh but she's not pretty as standard... ABS is a life saver so I'd look to have that as must on the road. Best bike so far? Weirdly its probably this one - kzbin.info/www/bejne/iGbCYoyDpZysnZI - I know its ridiculous but it reminded me of my Scooterman days riding low powered monkey bikes. (www.scooterman.com/AboutUs) Just an absolute giggle!

[@swedbear4035]

@@Laramoto No need to apologize. 😊 You were close, but I live in the south of Sweden. My name could have been Norwegian, but then you would spell it Bjørn-Olav, I reckon. Very similar languages. I will take your advice on ABS, I realize it's the smarter route 👍😊 I must say it would be interesting to see you do a review of the T7, how about it? 😃 Hadn't heard of that one, but I'm completely on board with electric vehicles! Great acceleration and power delivery on top of the environmental aspects. Definitely the future (at least the nearest one). Enough oil's been burnt in the world! Ha nu en bra kväll! 😉

[@Laramoto]

Well i've learnt something - thank you Björn-Olof! If I can get hold of a T7, I'm sure its possible...batteries are the future. Miss all the charm of a combustion engine but you do get a floaty 2 wheeled feeling! Tack för att du tittade på min video !

[@naveenkr5992]

Hey should I go for scrambler or rally

[@Laramoto]

Good question! I’ve only ridden the Scrambler - why don’t you test ride both? Decision will be easy then 🥰

[@naveenkr5992]

@@Laramoto I want to tour a lot ride in city go to offroading and beach. I'm 5.4ft.

[@Laramoto]

Best to get a test ride! The fantic team I’m sure would help you decide 😎

[@luciano76464]

Ciao ...prova la rally grazie 😘

[@Laramoto]

Thank you!

[@einfacheinnachdenker9071]

👏👏💯

[@Laramoto]

Thank you!

[@claudiobresciaciao]

i have one , very funny to drive.

[@Laramoto]

I enjoyed the ride! 👍

[@naveenkr5992]

Hey what is your experience on this in off-road highway and city ? Should I go for scrambler or rally ? Does the height really matters?

[@johnktm950]

How is the reliability? Genuinely interested.

[@Laramoto]

It does both really well - doesn't get hot. Off road I've never tried but my mate has, its mint! The Fantic company video shows how good it is off road too. :) He's 6 foot and says its one of the most comfortable bikes he's ridden.

[@Laramoto]

Hello! I checked with a chap that owns one - he said no issues! :)

[@racesportfan]

Its a 450cc

[@Laramoto]

How did i get that wrong!

[@racesportfan]

I forgive you 😋