Qlink Star 50 vs Yamaha BWs Next Generation (2010)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Qlink Star 50stacks up against the Yamaha BWs Next Generation. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecQlink Star 50Yamaha BWs Next Generation
Model year20102010
Price$1,399
Engine49 cc49 cc
Horsepower3 hp4 hp
Torque5 Nm4 Nm
Weight77 kg
Seat height34 mm32 mm
Fuel capacity1.6 L1.7 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires120/70-12 / 120/70-12 120/90-10 / 130/90-10

Qlink Star 50 vs Yamaha BWs Next Generation — which should you buy?

Picking between the Qlink Star 50 and the Yamaha BWs Next Generation usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Qlink Star 50 brings 3 hp in a 77 kg package, while the Yamaha BWs Next Generation 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: