Lifan LF 125-30 vs MZ RT 125 (2006)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Lifan LF 125-30stacks up against the MZ RT 125. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecLifan LF 125-30MZ RT 125
Model year20062005
Price$1,500
Engine124 cc124 cc
Horsepower15 hp11 hp
Torque12 Nm12 Nm
Weight135 kg133 kg
Seat height32 mm30 mm
Fuel capacity3.4 L3.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc
Tires90/80-18 / 100/90-18 110/70-17 / 130/70-17

Lifan LF 125-30 vs MZ RT 125 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Lifan LF 125-30 and the MZ RT 125 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Lifan LF 125-30 brings 15 hp in a 135 kg package, while the MZ RT 125 counters with 11 hp at 133 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: