Husqvarna SM50 vs Honda Monkey 50 (2013)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Husqvarna SM50stacks up against the Honda Monkey 50. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHusqvarna SM50Honda Monkey 50
Model year20132011
Price
Engine49 cc49 cc
Horsepower4 hp
Torque3 Nm
Weight43 kg
Seat height27 mm26 mm
Fuel capacity0.7 L1.5 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission4-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. Fixed disc and caliper with hydraulic controlExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesSingle disc. Fixed disc and caliper with hydraulic controlExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires90/90-10 / 90/90-10 3.50-8 / 3.50-8

Husqvarna SM50 vs Honda Monkey 50 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Husqvarna SM50 and the Honda Monkey 50 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Husqvarna SM50 brings its published horsepower in a 43 kg package, while the Honda Monkey 50 counters with 4 hp.

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: