Chang-Jiang BD250 vs Veli VL250-4 (2013)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Chang-Jiang BD250stacks up against the Veli VL250-4. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecChang-Jiang BD250Veli VL250-4
Model year20132010
Price
Engine253 cc253 cc
Horsepower16 hp
Torque15 Nm
Weight166 kg155 kg
Fuel capacity3.7 L3.7 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires90/90-18 / 110/90-16

Chang-Jiang BD250 vs Veli VL250-4 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Chang-Jiang BD250 and the Veli VL250-4 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Chang-Jiang BD250 brings its published horsepower in a 166 kg package, while the Veli VL250-4 counters with 16 hp at 155 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: