Jinlun JL 150-5 vs Chang-Jiang BD125-3 (2012)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Jinlun JL 150-5stacks up against the Chang-Jiang BD125-3. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecJinlun JL 150-5Chang-Jiang BD125-3
Model year20052012
Price
Engine150 cc125 cc
Weight130 kg145 kg
Fuel capacity3.7 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires3.25-18 / 110/90-16 59

Jinlun JL 150-5 vs Chang-Jiang BD125-3 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Jinlun JL 150-5 and the Chang-Jiang BD125-3 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Jinlun JL 150-5 brings its published horsepower in a 130 kg package, while the Chang-Jiang BD125-3 counters with its own power figure at 145 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: