Benelli Macis 150 vs Linhai Aeolus 150 Retro (2016)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Benelli Macis 150stacks up against the Linhai Aeolus 150 Retro. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecBenelli Macis 150Linhai Aeolus 150 Retro
Model year20162016
Price$1,299
Engine151 cc151 cc
Horsepower12 hp9 hp
Torque13 Nm8 Nm
Weight130 kg135 kg
Seat height32 mm
Fuel capacity2.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesSingle disc. Floating double piston caliperExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesSingle disc. Floating double piston caliperExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires100/80-R16 / 120/80-R16

Benelli Macis 150 vs Linhai Aeolus 150 Retro — which should you buy?

Picking between the Benelli Macis 150 and the Linhai Aeolus 150 Retro usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Benelli Macis 150 brings 12 hp in a 130 kg package, while the Linhai Aeolus 150 Retro counters with 9 hp at 135 kg.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: