Loncin SX2 vs Honda XR230 (2017)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Loncin SX2stacks up against the Honda XR230. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecLoncin SX2Honda XR230
Model year20172011
Price
Engine223 cc223 cc
Horsepower18 hp
Torque17 Nm18 Nm
Weight150 kg
Seat height36 mm32 mm
Fuel capacity2.4 L2.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc
Tires90/80-17 / 120/90-18 2.75-21 / 120/80-12

Loncin SX2 vs Honda XR230 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Loncin SX2 and the Honda XR230 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 XR230 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: