Lifan LF125-10K vs Honda XL Varadero 125 (2012)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Lifan LF125-10Kstacks up against the Honda XL Varadero 125. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecLifan LF125-10KHonda XL Varadero 125
Model year20122012
Price
Engine125 cc125 cc
Horsepower11 hp14 hp
Torque9 Nm10 Nm
Weight130 kg152 kg
Seat height30 mm32 mm
Fuel capacity3.2 L4.4 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc. Dual-piston calliper
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc
Tires2.75-18 / 3.00-18 100/90-M18 / 130/80-M17

Lifan LF125-10K vs Honda XL Varadero 125 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Lifan LF125-10K and the Honda XL Varadero 125 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Lifan LF125-10K brings 11 hp in a 130 kg package, while the Honda XL Varadero 125 counters with 14 hp at 152 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: