Lifan KP350 vs Ducati 350 S Desmo (2020)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Lifan KP350stacks up against the Ducati 350 S Desmo. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecLifan KP350Ducati 350 S Desmo
Model year20201978
Price
Engine350 cc350 cc
Horsepower27 hp26 hp
Torque24 Nm
Weight187 kg
Seat height31 mm
Fuel capacity4.0 L5.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomatic5-speed
Front brakesSingle discDual disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires120/70-17 / 160/60-17 3.25-18 / 3.50-18

Lifan KP350 vs Ducati 350 S Desmo — which should you buy?

Picking between the Lifan KP350 and the Ducati 350 S Desmo usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Lifan KP350 brings 27 hp in a 187 kg package, while the Ducati 350 S Desmo counters with 26 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: