Yamaha DT 175 MX vs Honda SL 175 (1982)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha DT 175 MXstacks up against the Honda SL 175. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha DT 175 MXHonda SL 175
Model year19821971
Price
Engine171 cc174 cc
Horsepower16 hp
Weight113 kg
Fuel capacity1.9 L2.4 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed5-speed
Front brakesExpanding brakeExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesExpanding brakeExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires2.75-21 / 3.50-18

Yamaha DT 175 MX vs Honda SL 175 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha DT 175 MX and the Honda SL 175 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha DT 175 MX brings 16 hp, while the Honda SL 175 counters with its own power figure at 113 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: