Daelim XQ1 vs Lifan Hero 125 (2022)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Daelim XQ1stacks up against the Lifan Hero 125. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecDaelim XQ1Lifan Hero 125
Model year20222020
Price$2,749
Engine124 cc124 cc
Horsepower13 hp10 hp
Weight185 kg115 kg
Seat height31 mm
Fuel capacity3.2 L1.9 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesSingle disc. ABSSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. ABSSingle disc
Tires120/70-15 / 140/60-14 110/70-12 / 120/70-12

Daelim XQ1 vs Lifan Hero 125 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Daelim XQ1 and the Lifan Hero 125 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Daelim XQ1 brings 13 hp in a 185 kg package, while the Lifan Hero 125 counters with 10 hp at 115 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: