Yamaha DT50X vs Honda NX 250 (reduced effect) (2012)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha DT50Xstacks up against the Honda NX 250 (reduced effect). Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Yamaha DT50X | Honda NX 250 (reduced effect) |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2012 | 1992 |
| Price | — | — |
| Engine | 249 cc | 249 cc |
| Horsepower | 18 hp | 17 hp |
| Torque | 19 Nm | — |
| Weight | 133 kg | — |
| Seat height | 31 mm | — |
| Fuel capacity | 2.5 L | 2.4 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 5-speed | 6-speed |
| Front brakes | Single disc | Single disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Expanding brake |
| Tires | 110/70-17 / 130/70-17 | 100/90-19 / 120/90-16 |
Yamaha DT50X vs Honda NX 250 (reduced effect) — which should you buy?
Picking between the Yamaha DT50X and the Honda NX 250 (reduced effect) usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha DT50X brings 18 hp in a 133 kg package, while the Honda NX 250 (reduced effect) counters with 17 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: