Motors Europe MX3 vs Cobra CX50 BW (2016)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Motors Europe MX3stacks up against the Cobra CX50 BW. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecMotors Europe MX3Cobra CX50 BW
Model year20162013
Price$850
Engine50 cc50 cc
Horsepower10 hp
Weight45 kg41 kg
Seat height28 mm27 mm
Fuel capacity0.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomatic
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc. Hydraulic
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc. Hydraulic
Tires60/100-14 / 2.75-12

Motors Europe MX3 vs Cobra CX50 BW — which should you buy?

Picking between the Motors Europe MX3 and the Cobra CX50 BW usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Motors Europe MX3 brings 10 hp in a 45 kg package, while the Cobra CX50 BW counters with its own power figure at 41 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: