Lifan LF125-3 Cross vs ShineTime ST125 SkyMax-Pro (2012)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Lifan LF125-3 Crossstacks up against the ShineTime ST125 SkyMax-Pro. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecLifan LF125-3 CrossShineTime ST125 SkyMax-Pro
Model year20122012
Price
Engine124 cc124 cc
Horsepower11 hp7 hp
Torque8 Nm7 Nm
Weight105 kg78 kg
Seat height29 mm29 mm
Fuel capacity2.8 L1.5 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed4-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. Optional drumSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires2.75-18 / 3.00-18 120/70-12 / 120/70-12

Lifan LF125-3 Cross vs ShineTime ST125 SkyMax-Pro — which should you buy?

Picking between the Lifan LF125-3 Cross and the ShineTime ST125 SkyMax-Pro usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Lifan LF125-3 Cross brings 11 hp in a 105 kg package, while the ShineTime ST125 SkyMax-Pro counters with 7 hp at 78 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: