Suzuki DR-Z 50 vs Gilera RCR (2026)

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

Spec comparison

SpecSuzuki DR-Z 50Gilera RCR
Model year20262020
Price$2,599
Engine49 cc49 cc
Horsepower5 hp
Torque5 Nm
Weight54 kg
Seat height560 mm35 mm
Fuel capacity3.0 L1.9 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionManual / Automatic Clutch, 3 speed, Chain6-speed
Front brakesDrumSingle disc. Floating calliper
Rear brakesDrumSingle disc. Floating calliper
Tires2.50 - 10 33J / 2.50 - 10 33J80/90-21 / 130/70-17

Suzuki DR-Z 50 vs Gilera RCR — which should you buy?

Picking between the Suzuki DR-Z 50 and the Gilera RCR usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Suzuki DR-Z 50 brings its published horsepower in a 54 kg package, while the Gilera RCR counters with 5 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: