Honda XR 50 R vs Yamaha DT 50 (2003)

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

Spec comparison

SpecHonda XR 50 RYamaha DT 50
Model year20031990
Price
Engine49 cc49 cc
Horsepower7 hp
Weight47 kg98 kg
Seat height22 mm
Fuel capacity0.8 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed6-speed
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)

Honda XR 50 R vs Yamaha DT 50 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda XR 50 R and the Yamaha DT 50 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda XR 50 R brings its published horsepower in a 47 kg package, while the Yamaha DT 50 counters with 7 hp at 98 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: