Lifan LF125-9A vs Kymco Pulsar 125 LX (2012)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Lifan LF125-9Astacks up against the Kymco Pulsar 125 LX. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecLifan LF125-9AKymco Pulsar 125 LX
Model year20122012
Price$1,599
Engine124 cc124 cc
Horsepower11 hp10 hp
Torque10 Nm9 Nm
Weight108 kg117 kg
Seat height30 mm31 mm
Fuel capacity2.8 L4.2 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. Optional drumSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires2.75-18 / 3.00-18 2.75-18 / 3.50-16

Lifan LF125-9A vs Kymco Pulsar 125 LX — which should you buy?

Picking between the Lifan LF125-9A and the Kymco Pulsar 125 LX usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Lifan LF125-9A brings 11 hp in a 108 kg package, while the Kymco Pulsar 125 LX counters with 10 hp at 117 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: