Lifan Smart 50 vs TGB Octane 50 4T (2009)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Lifan Smart 50stacks up against the TGB Octane 50 4T. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecLifan Smart 50TGB Octane 50 4T
Model year20092008
Price
Engine50 cc50 cc
Horsepower3 hp4 hp
Torque3 Nm
Weight100 kg91 kg
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission4-speedAutomatic
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires2.50-17 / 2.75-17 120/70-12 / 120/70-12

Lifan Smart 50 vs TGB Octane 50 4T — which should you buy?

Picking between the Lifan Smart 50 and the TGB Octane 50 4T usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Lifan Smart 50 brings 3 hp in a 100 kg package, while the TGB Octane 50 4T counters with 4 hp at 91 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: