UM Hypersport 230 vs Lifan SS2 (2021)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the UM Hypersport 230stacks up against the Lifan SS2. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecUM Hypersport 230Lifan SS2
Model year20212020
Price
Engine223 cc223 cc
Horsepower16 hp17 hp
Torque18 Nm17 Nm
Seat height32 mm30 mm
Fuel capacity3.4 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. Hydraulic. Single disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires110/80-17 / 130/70-17 100/80-17 / 120/80-17

UM Hypersport 230 vs Lifan SS2 — which should you buy?

Picking between the UM Hypersport 230 and the Lifan SS2 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the UM Hypersport 230 brings 16 hp, while the Lifan SS2 counters with 17 hp.

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: