Honda NSC50R vs Suzuki Birdie 50 (2016)

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

Spec comparison

SpecHonda NSC50RSuzuki Birdie 50
Model year20162015
Price$2,290
Engine49 cc49 cc
Horsepower3 hp3 hp
Torque4 Nm4 Nm
Weight78 kg
Seat height30 mm28 mm
Fuel capacity1.5 L1.2 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomatic3-speed
Front brakesSingle discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires80/90-14 / 90/90-14 70/90-14 / 80/90-14

Honda NSC50R vs Suzuki Birdie 50 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda NSC50R and the Suzuki Birdie 50 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda NSC50R brings 3 hp, while the Suzuki Birdie 50 counters with 3 hp at 78 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: