Loncin JL250GY Rover vs Honda CRF230M (2013)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Loncin JL250GY Roverstacks up against the Honda CRF230M. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecLoncin JL250GY RoverHonda CRF230M
Model year20132012
Price$5,399
Engine223 cc223 cc
Horsepower16 hp
Torque17 Nm
Weight138 kg310 kg
Seat height34 mm32 mm
Fuel capacity2.6 L2.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed6-speed
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc
Tires110/70-17 / 130/70-17 110/70-17 / 130/70-17

Loncin JL250GY Rover vs Honda CRF230M — which should you buy?

Picking between the Loncin JL250GY Rover and the Honda CRF230M usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Loncin JL250GY Rover brings 16 hp in a 138 kg package, while the Honda CRF230M counters with its own power figure at 310 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: