Loncin CR5 vs Yamaha CS5 (2016)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Loncin CR5stacks up against the Yamaha CS5. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecLoncin CR5Yamaha CS5
Model year20161972
Price$649
Engine180 cc195 cc
Horsepower14 hp22 hp
Torque14 Nm21 Nm
Weight125 kg117 kg
Seat height31 mm
Fuel capacity3.2 L2.4 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle discExpanding brake (drum brake). Right hand operation, cable actuated
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake). Right foot operation, rod actuated
Tires120/80-17 / 130/70-17 3/18-4PR / 3/18-4PR

Loncin CR5 vs Yamaha CS5 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Loncin CR5 and the Yamaha CS5 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Loncin CR5 brings 14 hp in a 125 kg package, while the Yamaha CS5 counters with 22 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: