Yamaha MR50 vs Aprilia RX 50 Factory (2023)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha MR50stacks up against the Aprilia RX 50 Factory. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha MR50Aprilia RX 50 Factory
Model year19802023
Price
Engine49 cc50 cc
Weight70 kg
Seat height29 mm35 mm
Fuel capacity1.7 L1.9 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake). Mechanical drum brake Leading - TrailingSingle disc. Stainless steel disc with floating calliper
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake). Mechanical drum brake Leading - TrailingSingle disc. Stainless steel disc with floating calliper
Tires2.50-18-4PR / 3.00-16-4PR 80/90-21 / 110/80-18

Yamaha MR50 vs Aprilia RX 50 Factory — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha MR50 and the Aprilia RX 50 Factory usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha MR50 brings its published horsepower in a 70 kg package, while the Aprilia RX 50 Factory counters with its own power figure.

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: