Motowell Retrosa vs Yamaha BWs Original (2016)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Motowell Retrosastacks up against the Yamaha BWs Original. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecMotowell RetrosaYamaha BWs Original
Model year20162016
Price$1,549
Engine49 cc49 cc
Horsepower4 hp3 hp
Torque4 Nm
Seat height30 mm
Fuel capacity1.3 L1.4 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires120/70-12 / 120/70-12 120/90-10 / 150/80-10

Motowell Retrosa vs Yamaha BWs Original — which should you buy?

Picking between the Motowell Retrosa and the Yamaha BWs Original usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Motowell Retrosa brings 4 hp, while the Yamaha BWs Original counters with 3 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: