Italika DS125 vs Lifan BWS125 (2020)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Italika DS125stacks up against the Lifan BWS125. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecItalika DS125Lifan BWS125
Model year20202020
Price
Engine125 cc125 cc
Horsepower8 hp8 hp
Torque7 Nm8 Nm
Weight102 kg115 kg
Seat height28 mm31 mm
Fuel capacity1.2 L1.5 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires3.50-10 / 3.50-10 120/70-12 / 120/70-12

Italika DS125 vs Lifan BWS125 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Italika DS125 and the Lifan BWS125 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Italika DS125 brings 8 hp in a 102 kg package, while the Lifan BWS125 counters with 8 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: