Linhai Monarch 150 vs Vespa LX 150 (2010)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Linhai Monarch 150stacks up against the Vespa LX 150. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecLinhai Monarch 150Vespa LX 150
Model year20062010
Price$4,399
Engine151 cc150 cc
Horsepower12 hp
Torque12 Nm
Weight135 kg110 kg
Seat height31 mm
Fuel capacity2.9 L2.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomatic
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires110/90-12 / 130/90-12 110/70-11 / 120/70-11

Linhai Monarch 150 vs Vespa LX 150 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Linhai Monarch 150 and the Vespa LX 150 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Linhai Monarch 150 brings its published horsepower in a 135 kg package, while the Vespa LX 150 counters with 12 hp at 110 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: