Yamaha SDR 200 vs Honda Elite (1986)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha SDR 200stacks up against the Honda Elite. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha SDR 200Honda Elite
Model year19861965
Price
Engine200 cc204 cc
Horsepower33 hp18 hp
Weight118 kg
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires2.75-18 / 3.25-18

Yamaha SDR 200 vs Honda Elite — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha SDR 200 and the Honda Elite usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha SDR 200 brings 33 hp, while the Honda Elite counters with 18 hp at 118 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: