Yamaha MR50 vs KTM 50 SX Mini (2023)

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

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha MR50KTM 50 SX Mini
Model year19802023
Price$4,199
Engine49 cc50 cc
Weight70 kg40 kg
Seat height29 mm22 mm
Fuel capacity1.7 L0.6 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomatic
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake). Mechanical drum brake Leading - TrailingSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake). Mechanical drum brake Leading - TrailingSingle disc
Tires2.50-18-4PR / 3.00-16-4PR

Yamaha MR50 vs KTM 50 SX Mini — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha MR50 and the KTM 50 SX Mini 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 KTM 50 SX Mini counters with its own power figure at 40 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: