Loncin SX2 vs Honda CRF230L (2017)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Loncin SX2stacks up against the Honda CRF230L. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecLoncin SX2Honda CRF230L
Model year20172012
Price$4,999
Engine223 cc223 cc
Horsepower18 hp
Torque17 Nm66 Nm
Weight150 kg
Seat height36 mm32 mm
Fuel capacity2.4 L2.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc. Twin-piston caliper
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc
Tires90/80-17 / 120/90-18 2.75-21 / 120/80-18

Loncin SX2 vs Honda CRF230L — which should you buy?

Picking between the Loncin SX2 and the Honda CRF230L usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Loncin SX2 brings 18 hp in a 150 kg package, while the Honda CRF230L 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: