Lifan BWS125 vs Honda PCX125 (2023)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Lifan BWS125stacks up against the Honda PCX125. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecLifan BWS125Honda PCX125
Model year20202023
Price
Engine125 cc125 cc
Horsepower8 hp12 hp
Torque8 Nm12 Nm
Weight115 kg
Seat height31 mm30 mm
Fuel capacity1.5 L2.1 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speedAutomatic
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc. Hydraulic.
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires120/70-12 / 120/70-12 110/70-14 / 130/70-13

Lifan BWS125 vs Honda PCX125 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Lifan BWS125 and the Honda PCX125 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Lifan BWS125 brings 8 hp in a 115 kg package, while the Honda PCX125 counters with 12 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: