Honda Ape 100 Type D vs Yamaha RX 100 (2015)

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

Spec comparison

SpecHonda Ape 100 Type DYamaha RX 100
Model year20151990
Price
Engine99 cc100 cc
Horsepower7 hp12 hp
Torque7 Nm9 Nm
Weight99 kg
Seat height28 mm30 mm
Fuel capacity1.5 L2.8 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed4-speed
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires120/80-12 / 120/80-12 2/18-4PR / 3/18-4PR

Honda Ape 100 Type D vs Yamaha RX 100 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda Ape 100 Type D and the Yamaha RX 100 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda Ape 100 Type D brings 7 hp, while the Yamaha RX 100 counters with 12 hp at 99 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: