Yamaha TT-R 50E vs Suzuki DR-Z 50 (2026)

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

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha TT-R 50ESuzuki DR-Z 50
Model year20262026
Price$1,899$2,599
Engine49 cc49 cc
Weight58 kg54 kg
Seat height556 mm560 mm
Fuel capacity3.0 L3.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionManual / Automatic Clutch, 3 speed, ChainManual / Automatic Clutch, 3 speed, Chain
Front brakesDrumDrum
Rear brakesDrumDrum
Tires2.50-10-4PR / 2.50-10-4PR2.50 - 10 33J / 2.50 - 10 33J

Yamaha TT-R 50E vs Suzuki DR-Z 50 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha TT-R 50E and the Suzuki DR-Z 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 Suzuki DR-Z 50 counters with its own power figure at 54 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: