Jianshe Knight JS125-28 vs Yamaha RD 125 LC (2008)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Jianshe Knight JS125-28stacks up against the Yamaha RD 125 LC. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecJianshe Knight JS125-28Yamaha RD 125 LC
Model year20081983
Price
Engine123 cc123 cc
Horsepower8 hp17 hp
Torque8 Nm
Weight125 kg
Seat height31 mm
Fuel capacity3.8 L3.4 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed6-speed
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake
Tires2.75-18 / 3.25-18

Jianshe Knight JS125-28 vs Yamaha RD 125 LC — which should you buy?

Picking between the Jianshe Knight JS125-28 and the Yamaha RD 125 LC usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Jianshe Knight JS125-28 brings 8 hp in a 125 kg package, while the Yamaha RD 125 LC counters with 17 hp.

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: