Lifan vs. Predator

[chrisr]

I was looking at the HF Predator 13hp engine and I found that Home Depot had the Lifan for a cheaper price and what seems like a better warranty. The Lifan not only has the manual and electric start, but also the 3 amp charging system, whereas the Predator doesn't.

Anyone try one of the 13 hp Lifans and any feedback? I wasn't planning on modding the engine, rather just run it as is.

Thanks

LIFAN 1 in. 13 HP 389cc OHV Electric Start Horizontal Keyway Shaft Gas Engine-LF188F-BDQ - The Home Depot

 

[deezildennis]

The predators are made by Lifan.

Get whatever one suits your needs. I'm getting the lifan 9HP home Depot sells here shortly for a Toro riding mower. The second generation Harbor freight greyhound was a Lifan as well FYI.

 

[trinik7597]

Lifan makes a decent quality clone ...

 

[OND]

I wouldn't be scared of the Lifan at all ! :thumbsup: Electric start would be great .

 

[BWL]

And 13hp will give you plenty of torque to boot!

 

[DeadPixel]

The non electric start is only $269.

 

[deezildennis]

I Stand corrected. The old predator was a Lifan. I Just saw a new hemi head at harbor freight. The manufactures mark is Loncin at least on the one with the cast aluminum rocker cover.

 

[Moto Walt]

I'd buy a 420cc predator with electric start and the charging coil all done up ready to go. I actually have one on a DB30

 

[jim85541]

I bought the 389 Champion from Homely Depot, elec start, for 275. Seems fine so far, not much time on it tho.