Honda Ape 100 Type D vs Nipponia AX 100S (2015)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda Ape 100 Type Dstacks up against the Nipponia AX 100S. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda Ape 100 Type DNipponia AX 100S
Model year20152010
Price
Engine99 cc100 cc
Horsepower7 hp8 hp
Torque7 Nm8 Nm
Weight85 kg
Seat height28 mm
Fuel capacity1.5 L3.2 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed4-speed
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires120/80-12 / 120/80-12 2.5-18 / 2.75-17

Honda Ape 100 Type D vs Nipponia AX 100S — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda Ape 100 Type D and the Nipponia AX 100S usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda Ape 100 Type D brings 7 hp, while the Nipponia AX 100S counters with 8 hp at 85 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: