Honda Wave 100 vs Honda Wave 100R (2014)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda Wave 100stacks up against the Honda Wave 100R. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda Wave 100Honda Wave 100R
Model year20142014
Price
Engine97 cc97 cc
Horsepower7 hp7 hp
Torque7 Nm7 Nm
Weight94 kg92 kg
Seat height30 mm30 mm
Fuel capacity1.0 L1.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission4-speedAutomatic
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc. Hydraulic, ventilated
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires70/90-17 / 80/90-17 2.25-17 / 2.25-17

Honda Wave 100 vs Honda Wave 100R — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda Wave 100 and the Honda Wave 100R usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda Wave 100 brings 7 hp in a 94 kg package, while the Honda Wave 100R counters with 7 hp at 92 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: