Yamaha TT-R 230 vs Lifan LF250 Cobra (2026)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha TT-R 230stacks up against the Lifan LF250 Cobra. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha TT-R 230Lifan LF250 Cobra
Model year20262008
Price$4,699
Engine223 cc223 cc
Horsepower19 hp
Torque21 Nm
Weight113 kg115 kg
Seat height871 mm
Fuel capacity7.0 L1.6 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionManual, 6 speed, Chain
Front brakesHydraulic DiscSingle disc
Rear brakesDrumSingle disc
Tires80/100-21 / 100/100-18

Yamaha TT-R 230 vs Lifan LF250 Cobra — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha TT-R 230 and the Lifan LF250 Cobra usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha TT-R 230 brings its published horsepower in a 113 kg package, while the Lifan LF250 Cobra counters with 19 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: