Hartford VR125Z vs Lifan LF125-9A (2014)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Hartford VR125Zstacks up against the Lifan LF125-9A. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHartford VR125ZLifan LF125-9A
Model year20142012
Price
Engine124 cc124 cc
Horsepower10 hp11 hp
Torque6 Nm10 Nm
Weight122 kg108 kg
Seat height32 mm30 mm
Fuel capacity3.2 L2.8 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc. Optional drum
Rear brakesSingle discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires90/90-18 / 110/90-18 2.75-18 / 3.00-18

Hartford VR125Z vs Lifan LF125-9A — which should you buy?

Picking between the Hartford VR125Z and the Lifan LF125-9A usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Hartford VR125Z brings 10 hp in a 122 kg package, while the Lifan LF125-9A counters with 11 hp at 108 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: