Lem RX3 Racing vs CH Racing CH 501 Basic (2011)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Lem RX3 Racingstacks up against the CH Racing CH 501 Basic. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecLem RX3 RacingCH Racing CH 501 Basic
Model year20112010
Price
Engine50 cc50 cc
Horsepower13 hp2 hp
Weight42 kg35 kg
Seat height27 mm24 mm
Fuel capacity0.5 L0.7 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomatic
Front brakesSingle discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesSingle discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires2.50-12 / 2.75-10 2.50-10 / 2.50-10

Lem RX3 Racing vs CH Racing CH 501 Basic — which should you buy?

Picking between the Lem RX3 Racing and the CH Racing CH 501 Basic usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Lem RX3 Racing brings 13 hp in a 42 kg package, while the CH Racing CH 501 Basic counters with 2 hp at 35 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: