Lifan C-Man3 vs AJS DD 125E-8 (2020)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Lifan C-Man3stacks up against the AJS DD 125E-8. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecLifan C-Man3AJS DD 125E-8
Model year20202016
Price
Engine125 cc125 cc
Horsepower11 hp11 hp
Torque9 Nm
Weight125 kg160 kg
Seat height29 mm28 mm
Fuel capacity3.7 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle discDouble disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc
Tires2.75-18 / 3.50-16 90/90-18 / 130/90-15

Lifan C-Man3 vs AJS DD 125E-8 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Lifan C-Man3 and the AJS DD 125E-8 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Lifan C-Man3 brings 11 hp in a 125 kg package, while the AJS DD 125E-8 counters with 11 hp at 160 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: