MZ 125-RT Striker vs Lifan LF 125-30 (2007)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the MZ 125-RT Strikerstacks up against the Lifan LF 125-30. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecMZ 125-RT StrikerLifan LF 125-30
Model year20072006
Price$3,749$1,500
Engine124 cc124 cc
Horsepower15 hp15 hp
Torque12 Nm12 Nm
Weight133 kg135 kg
Seat height30 mm32 mm
Fuel capacity3.6 L3.4 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires110/70-;17 / 130/70-17 90/80-18 / 100/90-18

MZ 125-RT Striker vs Lifan LF 125-30 — which should you buy?

Picking between the MZ 125-RT Striker and the Lifan LF 125-30 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the MZ 125-RT Striker brings 15 hp in a 133 kg package, while the Lifan LF 125-30 counters with 15 hp at 135 kg. On price, the Lifan LF 125-30 has the lower MSRP.

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: