Sherco SU 0.5 vs Yamaha DT50R (2011)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Sherco SU 0.5stacks up against the Yamaha DT50R. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecSherco SU 0.5Yamaha DT50R
Model year20112011
Price
Engine50 cc50 cc
Horsepower3 hp
Torque3 Nm
Weight83 kg
Seat height34 mm35 mm
Fuel capacity1.9 L1.6 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. HydraulicSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. HydraulicSingle disc
Tires2.50-17 / 3.50-17 80/90-21 / 110/80-18

Sherco SU 0.5 vs Yamaha DT50R — which should you buy?

Picking between the Sherco SU 0.5 and the Yamaha DT50R usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Sherco SU 0.5 brings its published horsepower in a 83 kg package, while the Yamaha DT50R 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: