Sym HD Evo 125i vs Lifan Smart 125 (2011)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Sym HD Evo 125istacks up against the Lifan Smart 125. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecSym HD Evo 125iLifan Smart 125
Model year20112011
Price
Engine125 cc125 cc
Horsepower13 hp10 hp
Torque10 Nm
Weight135 kg101 kg
Seat height29 mm
Fuel capacity2.1 L1.8 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. Optional 130 mm drumExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires100/80-16 / 120/80-16 3.50-10 / 3.50-10

Sym HD Evo 125i vs Lifan Smart 125 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Sym HD Evo 125i and the Lifan Smart 125 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Sym HD Evo 125i brings 13 hp in a 135 kg package, while the Lifan Smart 125 counters with 10 hp at 101 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: