Yamaha DT50R vs Aprilia RX 50 Racing (2011)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha DT50Rstacks up against the Aprilia RX 50 Racing. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha DT50RAprilia RX 50 Racing
Model year20112006
Price
Engine50 cc50 cc
Horsepower3 hp
Torque3 Nm
Weight98 kg
Seat height35 mm37 mm
Fuel capacity1.6 L2.5 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires80/90-21 / 110/80-18 80/90-21 / 110/80-18

Yamaha DT50R vs Aprilia RX 50 Racing — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha DT50R and the Aprilia RX 50 Racing usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha DT50R brings 3 hp, while the Aprilia RX 50 Racing counters with its own power figure at 98 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: