Loncin LX175-21 CR5 vs Yamaha CS5 (2013)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Loncin LX175-21 CR5stacks up against the Yamaha CS5. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecLoncin LX175-21 CR5Yamaha CS5
Model year20131972
Price$649
Engine181 cc195 cc
Horsepower14 hp22 hp
Torque14 Nm21 Nm
Weight126 kg117 kg
Seat height31 mm
Fuel capacity3.2 L2.4 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed
Front brakesSingle discExpanding brake (drum brake). Right hand operation, cable actuated
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake). Right foot operation, rod actuated
Tires100/80-17 / 130/70-17 3/18-4PR / 3/18-4PR

Loncin LX175-21 CR5 vs Yamaha CS5 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Loncin LX175-21 CR5 and the Yamaha CS5 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Loncin LX175-21 CR5 brings 14 hp in a 126 kg package, while the Yamaha CS5 counters with 22 hp at 117 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: