Sym ply 50 vs Yamaha Aerox R (2017)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Sym ply 50stacks up against the Yamaha Aerox R. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecSym ply 50Yamaha Aerox R
Model year20172017
Price
Engine49 cc49 cc
Horsepower3 hp
Torque4 Nm
Weight100 kg
Seat height32 mm
Fuel capacity1.4 L1.9 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc. Hydraulic.
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc. Hydraulic.
Tires120/70-12 / 130/70-12 130/60-13 / 140/60-13

Sym ply 50 vs Yamaha Aerox R — which should you buy?

Picking between the Sym ply 50 and the Yamaha Aerox R usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Sym ply 50 brings its published horsepower in a 100 kg package, while the Yamaha Aerox R 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: