Lifan Cub 50 vs Xingyue XY50QT-15 (2011)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Lifan Cub 50stacks up against the Xingyue XY50QT-15. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecLifan Cub 50Xingyue XY50QT-15
Model year20112011
Price
Engine50 cc50 cc
Horsepower3 hp3 hp
Weight86 kg130 kg
Seat height28 mm
Fuel capacity1.3 L1.6 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc
Tires2.75-13 / 3.00-13 3.00-10 / 3.00-10

Lifan Cub 50 vs Xingyue XY50QT-15 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Lifan Cub 50 and the Xingyue XY50QT-15 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Lifan Cub 50 brings 3 hp in a 86 kg package, while the Xingyue XY50QT-15 counters with 3 hp at 130 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: