Honda Ape 50 vs Pitster Pro XJR SS 50 Auto (2016)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda Ape 50stacks up against the Pitster Pro XJR SS 50 Auto. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Honda Ape 50 | Pitster Pro XJR SS 50 Auto |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2016 | 2013 |
| Price | — | $999 |
| Engine | 49 cc | 49 cc |
| Horsepower | 4 hp | — |
| Torque | 4 Nm | — |
| Weight | — | 50 kg |
| Seat height | 28 mm | 24 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 1.5 L | 0.8 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 5-speed | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Tires | 120/80-12 / 120/80-12 | 2.50-10 / 2.50-10 |
Honda Ape 50 vs Pitster Pro XJR SS 50 Auto — which should you buy?
Picking between the Honda Ape 50 and the Pitster Pro XJR SS 50 Auto usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda Ape 50 brings 4 hp, while the Pitster Pro XJR SS 50 Auto counters with its own power figure at 50 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:

