UM Flash 125 vs Lifan BWS125 (2020)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the UM Flash 125stacks up against the Lifan BWS125. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecUM Flash 125Lifan BWS125
Model year20202020
Price
Engine125 cc125 cc
Horsepower10 hp8 hp
Torque9 Nm8 Nm
Weight103 kg115 kg
Seat height33 mm31 mm
Fuel capacity1.7 L1.5 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires100/80-16 / 110/80-14 120/70-12 / 120/70-12

UM Flash 125 vs Lifan BWS125 — which should you buy?

Picking between the UM Flash 125 and the Lifan BWS125 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the UM Flash 125 brings 10 hp in a 103 kg package, while the Lifan BWS125 counters with 8 hp at 115 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: