Lifan Smart 50 vs Diamo Velocity 50 (2009)

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

Spec comparison

SpecLifan Smart 50Diamo Velocity 50
Model year20092009
Price$1,695
Engine50 cc50 cc
Horsepower3 hp5 hp
Torque3 Nm
Weight100 kg85 kg
Seat height30 mm
Fuel capacity1.5 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission4-speedAutomatic
Front brakesSingle discDouble disc. ABS
Rear brakesSingle discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires2.50-17 / 2.75-17 120/70-12 / 130/70-12

Lifan Smart 50 vs Diamo Velocity 50 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Lifan Smart 50 and the Diamo Velocity 50 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Lifan Smart 50 brings 3 hp in a 100 kg package, while the Diamo Velocity 50 counters with 5 hp at 85 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: