Honda CD200T Benly vs Yamaha RD 200 (1984)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda CD200T Benlystacks up against the Yamaha RD 200. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda CD200T BenlyYamaha RD 200
Model year19841979
Price
Engine194 cc195 cc
Horsepower16 hp17 hp
Weight122 kg
Seat height29 mm
Fuel capacity2.8 L3.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission4-speed5-speed
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake). Single leading shoeSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake). Single leading shoeExpanding brake
Tires3/17-4PR / 3/17-6PR 2.75-18 / 3.25-18

Honda CD200T Benly vs Yamaha RD 200 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda CD200T Benly and the Yamaha RD 200 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda CD200T Benly brings 16 hp in a 122 kg package, while the Yamaha RD 200 counters with 17 hp.

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: