Orion RFZ Thunder 250 vs Loncin SX2 (2022)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Orion RFZ Thunder 250stacks up against the Loncin SX2. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecOrion RFZ Thunder 250Loncin SX2
Model year20222017
Price
Engine223 cc223 cc
Horsepower16 hp18 hp
Torque17 Nm
Weight95 kg150 kg
Seat height36 mm36 mm
Fuel capacity1.7 L2.4 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission4-speed6-speed
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires80/100-21 / 100/90-18 90/80-17 / 120/90-18

Orion RFZ Thunder 250 vs Loncin SX2 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Orion RFZ Thunder 250 and the Loncin SX2 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Orion RFZ Thunder 250 brings 16 hp in a 95 kg package, while the Loncin SX2 counters with 18 hp at 150 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: