Lifan PK125M vs Italika DS125 (2020)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Lifan PK125Mstacks up against the Italika DS125. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecLifan PK125MItalika DS125
Model year20202020
Price
Engine125 cc125 cc
Horsepower9 hp8 hp
Torque9 Nm7 Nm
Weight101 kg102 kg
Seat height30 mm28 mm
Fuel capacity0.9 L1.2 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission4-speed
Front brakesSingle discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires2.50-17 / 2.75-17 3.50-10 / 3.50-10

Lifan PK125M vs Italika DS125 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Lifan PK125M and the Italika DS125 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Lifan PK125M brings 9 hp in a 101 kg package, while the Italika DS125 counters with 8 hp at 102 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: