Yamaha BWs Original vs Honda NSC50R (2016)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha BWs Originalstacks up against the Honda NSC50R. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha BWs OriginalHonda NSC50R
Model year20162016
Price$2,290
Engine49 cc49 cc
Horsepower3 hp3 hp
Torque4 Nm4 Nm
Seat height30 mm30 mm
Fuel capacity1.4 L1.5 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires120/90-10 / 150/80-10 80/90-14 / 90/90-14

Yamaha BWs Original vs Honda NSC50R — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha BWs Original and the Honda NSC50R usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha BWs Original brings 3 hp, while the Honda NSC50R 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: