Loncin JL250GY Rover vs Honda XR 230 Motard (2013)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Loncin JL250GY Roverstacks up against the Honda XR 230 Motard. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecLoncin JL250GY RoverHonda XR 230 Motard
Model year20132011
Price
Engine223 cc223 cc
Horsepower16 hp
Torque17 Nm18 Nm
Weight138 kg
Seat height34 mm32 mm
Fuel capacity2.6 L2.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed6-speed
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc
Tires110/70-17 / 130/70-17 110/70-17 / 130/70-17

Loncin JL250GY Rover vs Honda XR 230 Motard — which should you buy?

Picking between the Loncin JL250GY Rover and the Honda XR 230 Motard usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Loncin JL250GY Rover brings 16 hp in a 138 kg package, while the Honda XR 230 Motard counters with its own power figure.

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: