Fantic Stealth 500: 45 hp, 147 kg and Caballero 500 Technology

• Single-cylinder with 463 cc, 45 hp (33 kW) and 42.5 Nm, derived from the Caballero 500
• Dry weight 147 kilograms (around 324 lbs), A2-compliant, Euro 5+ emission standard
• Currently listed in German dealerships between approximately 6,640 and 6,690 euros

Fantic, a smaller manufacturer based in Santa Maria di Sala, Italy, continues to expand its Stealth program. Following the introduction of the Stealth 125 in 2025, the Stealth 500 now arrives as the larger and more powerful variant of the range. The model joins the 2026 lineup of new entries in the A2 segment and is aimed at riders looking for a lightweight naked bike with A2 license eligibility. Visually, the Stealth 500 stays close to its smaller sibling, while technically drawing on proven components from the existing Fantic program.

What powers the Fantic Stealth 500?

The Stealth 500 uses a liquid-cooled single-cylinder with 463 cc, derived from the Caballero 500 and revised with a new piston. The engine features dual overhead camshafts (DOHC) and four valves, with a bore of 96 millimeters and a stroke of 64 millimeters.

Fantic rates the output at 45 hp (33 kW) at 8,000 rpm. Maximum torque is 42.5 Nm (around 31 lb-ft) at 7,000 rpm. Fuel delivery is handled by electronic injection with a 46-millimeter throttle body, controlled via a ride-by-wire system. Power reaches the rear wheel through a six-speed gearbox, a slipper clutch (wet multi-plate) and a chain drive. The engine meets the Euro 5+ emission standard and is designed for the A2 license class.

How much does the Fantic Stealth 500 weigh?

Fantic states the dry weight of the Stealth 500 at 147 kilograms (around 324 lbs) including ABS, claiming this as a benchmark in the segment. This classification is based on manufacturer data and is intended to make the machine particularly agile.

The low weight fits its positioning as a light, manageable naked bike designed to excel in urban traffic and on winding country roads. Combined with the electronic equipment, Fantic aims to deliver controllable handling that also accommodates newcomers and A2 riders.

What frame and suspension does the Stealth 500 have?

The Stealth 500 features a combined frame design consisting of a front steel trellis frame, forged aluminum side plates, and a detachable subframe. This construction combines a classic trellis frame with aluminum elements.

Up front, an upside-down telescopic fork with 41-millimeter stanchions provides suspension, with adjustable spring preload. At the rear, an aluminum twin-sided swingarm guides the wheel, and the monoshock is also adjustable in spring preload. Braking is handled by a single 320-millimeter front disc with a radially mounted fixed caliper from Bybre, and a 230-millimeter rear disc, also by Bybre. ABS and cornering ABS come as standard. Tire sizes are 110/70-17 at the front and 150/60-17 at the rear. Fantic lists the overall length at 1,967 millimeters, the wheelbase at 1,368 millimeters, the seat height at 810 millimeters, and the fuel tank capacity at 12 liters.

What electronics and equipment does the Fantic Stealth 500 offer?

Standard equipment on the Stealth 500 includes a ride-by-wire system, multiple riding modes, lean-sensitive traction control, and the aforementioned cornering ABS. This allows the character to be electronically adjusted to riding style and conditions.

Additional features include a TFT display with Bluetooth connectivity and support for navigation and smartphone functions, as well as full LED lighting. The electronics align with standards that are increasingly common in this class and underline the positioning as a modernly equipped entry-level model with A2 eligibility.

How much does the Fantic Stealth 500 cost and when is it available?

In Germany, the Fantic Stealth 500 is currently listed between approximately 6,640 and 6,690 euros (around 7,700 to 7,760 US dollars) as a new vehicle. The figures come from current dealer listings, and a uniform list price may vary by retailer.

As an A2-eligible model, the Stealth 500 bridges the gap between the smaller Stealth 125 and the larger-displacement Caballero models. Within the Stealth range, it takes on the role of the more powerful variant and joins the ranks of A2 new releases for the 2026 model year. The machine is already listed as a new vehicle at German dealerships.

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