Suzuki Birdie 50 vs AJS Modena 50 (2015)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Suzuki Birdie 50stacks up against the AJS Modena 50. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecSuzuki Birdie 50AJS Modena 50
Model year20152015
Price
Engine49 cc49 cc
Horsepower3 hp3 hp
Torque4 Nm
Weight78 kg86 kg
Seat height28 mm29 mm
Fuel capacity1.2 L1.2 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission3-speedAutomatic
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires70/90-14 / 80/90-14 3.50-10 / 3.50-10

Suzuki Birdie 50 vs AJS Modena 50 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Suzuki Birdie 50 and the AJS Modena 50 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Suzuki Birdie 50 brings 3 hp in a 78 kg package, while the AJS Modena 50 counters with 3 hp at 86 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: