Benelli Caffenero 250 vs Lifan LF250 Elite (2020)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Benelli Caffenero 250stacks up against the Lifan LF250 Elite. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecBenelli Caffenero 250Lifan LF250 Elite
Model year20202013
Price
Engine250 cc250 cc
Horsepower18 hp16 hp
Torque20 Nm20 Nm
Weight194 kg148 kg
Seat height32 mm
Fuel capacity2.8 L2.1 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesSingle disc. Floating double piston calliperSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. Floating double piston calliperSingle disc
Tires120/70-14 / 140/60-14 130/60-13 / 130/60-13

Benelli Caffenero 250 vs Lifan LF250 Elite — which should you buy?

Picking between the Benelli Caffenero 250 and the Lifan LF250 Elite usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Benelli Caffenero 250 brings 18 hp in a 194 kg package, while the Lifan LF250 Elite counters with 16 hp at 148 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: