Longjia Scrambler 125i vs Black Douglas Sterling MK5 125 (2022)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Longjia Scrambler 125istacks up against the Black Douglas Sterling MK5 125. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecLongjia Scrambler 125iBlack Douglas Sterling MK5 125
Model year20222016
Price$2,990
Engine125 cc125 cc
Horsepower11 hp13 hp
Torque10 Nm15 Nm
Weight115 kg95 kg
Seat height31 mm
Fuel capacity3.2 L2.4 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. CBSExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesSingle discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires4.10-18 / 4.10-18 90/90-21 / 90/90-21

Longjia Scrambler 125i vs Black Douglas Sterling MK5 125 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Longjia Scrambler 125i and the Black Douglas Sterling MK5 125 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Longjia Scrambler 125i brings 11 hp in a 115 kg package, while the Black Douglas Sterling MK5 125 counters with 13 hp at 95 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: