Honda SH125i Special vs Linhai LH125T-12 (2012)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda SH125i Specialstacks up against the Linhai LH125T-12. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda SH125i SpecialLinhai LH125T-12
Model year20122012
Price
Engine125 cc125 cc
Horsepower13 hp8 hp
Torque12 Nm7 Nm
Weight120 kg100 kg
Seat height31 mm
Fuel capacity2.0 L1.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesSingle disc. Hydraulic disc with combined three-piston caliper, drilled rotor and resin mould pads Single disc. Hydraulic
Rear brakesSingle discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires100/80-16 / 120/80-16 3.50-10 / 3.50-10

Honda SH125i Special vs Linhai LH125T-12 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda SH125i Special and the Linhai LH125T-12 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda SH125i Special brings 13 hp in a 120 kg package, while the Linhai LH125T-12 counters with 8 hp at 100 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: