Yamaha TT-R 50E vs KTM SX 50 (2026)

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

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha TT-R 50EKTM SX 50
Model year20262026
Price$1,899$5,099
Engine49 cc49 cc
Weight58 kg42 kg
Seat height556 mm653 mm
Fuel capacity3.0 L2.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionManual / Automatic Clutch, 3 speed, ChainAutomatic, 1 speed, Chain
Front brakesDrumHydraulic Disc
Rear brakesDrumHydraulic Disc
Tires2.50-10-4PR / 2.50-10-4PRMaxxis® MX-ST 2.50 X 12 42J / Maxxis® MX-ST 2.75 X 10 38J

Yamaha TT-R 50E vs KTM SX 50 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha TT-R 50E and the KTM SX 50 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha TT-R 50E brings its published horsepower in a 58 kg package, while the KTM SX 50 counters with its own power figure at 42 kg. On price, the Yamaha TT-R 50E has the lower MSRP.

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: