Honda SL 70 vs Yamaha GT80 B (1975)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda SL 70stacks up against the Yamaha GT80 B. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda SL 70Yamaha GT80 B
Model year19711975
Price
Engine70 cc72 cc
Horsepower5 hp
Torque6 Nm
Weight59 kg
Fuel capacity1.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission4-speed4-speed
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires2.50-15 / 2.75-14

Honda SL 70 vs Yamaha GT80 B — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda SL 70 and the Yamaha GT80 B usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda SL 70 brings its published horsepower, while the Yamaha GT80 B counters with 5 hp at 59 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: