Honda NSC50R vs Benelli Pepe 50 (2016)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda NSC50Rstacks up against the Benelli Pepe 50. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda NSC50RBenelli Pepe 50
Model year20162016
Price$2,290
Engine49 cc49 cc
Horsepower3 hp5 hp
Torque4 Nm4 Nm
Weight93 kg
Seat height30 mm30 mm
Fuel capacity1.5 L1.6 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires80/90-14 / 90/90-14 2.50-16 / 2.75-16

Honda NSC50R vs Benelli Pepe 50 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda NSC50R and the Benelli Pepe 50 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda NSC50R brings 3 hp, while the Benelli Pepe 50 counters with 5 hp at 93 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: