Lifan Cub 50 vs Dafier Cub 50 (2011)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Lifan Cub 50stacks up against the Dafier Cub 50. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecLifan Cub 50Dafier Cub 50
Model year20112011
Price
Engine50 cc50 cc
Horsepower3 hp3 hp
Weight86 kg86 kg
Fuel capacity1.3 L1.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires2.75-13 / 3.00-13 2.75-13 / 3.00-13

Lifan Cub 50 vs Dafier Cub 50 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Lifan Cub 50 and the Dafier Cub 50 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Lifan Cub 50 brings 3 hp in a 86 kg package, while the Dafier Cub 50 counters with 3 hp at 86 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: