GAS GAS SM 50 Rookie vs Sherco 50 SM-RS (2023)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the GAS GAS SM 50 Rookiestacks up against the Sherco 50 SM-RS. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecGAS GAS SM 50 RookieSherco 50 SM-RS
Model year20022023
Price
Engine49 cc50 cc
Weight83 kg
Seat height34 mm34 mm
Fuel capacity2.1 L1.9 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires100/80-17 / 130/70-17 2.50-17 / 3.50-17

GAS GAS SM 50 Rookie vs Sherco 50 SM-RS — which should you buy?

Picking between the GAS GAS SM 50 Rookie and the Sherco 50 SM-RS usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the GAS GAS SM 50 Rookie brings its published horsepower, while the Sherco 50 SM-RS counters with its own power figure at 83 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: