Linhai Monarch 125 vs Yamaha Black X-Max 125 (2009)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Linhai Monarch 125stacks up against the Yamaha Black X-Max 125. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecLinhai Monarch 125Yamaha Black X-Max 125
Model year20092009
Price
Engine125 cc125 cc
Horsepower14 hp
Torque11 Nm
Weight135 kg
Seat height31 mm
Fuel capacity2.9 L3.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomatic
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc
Tires110/90-12 / 130/90-12 120/70-15 / 140/70-14

Linhai Monarch 125 vs Yamaha Black X-Max 125 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Linhai Monarch 125 and the Yamaha Black X-Max 125 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Linhai Monarch 125 brings its published horsepower in a 135 kg package, while the Yamaha Black X-Max 125 counters with 14 hp.

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: