Aprilia SR 50 R Factory vs Suzuki Birdie 50 (2015)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Aprilia SR 50 R Factorystacks up against the Suzuki Birdie 50. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecAprilia SR 50 R FactorySuzuki Birdie 50
Model year20152015
Price$3,299
Engine49 cc49 cc
Horsepower5 hp3 hp
Torque5 Nm4 Nm
Weight78 kg
Seat height32 mm28 mm
Fuel capacity1.9 L1.2 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomatic3-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. Stainless steel disc; racing caliper with twin opposed 32 mm pistons. Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesSingle disc. Racing caliper with twin opposed 30 mm pistons Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires130/60-13 / 130/60-13 70/90-14 / 80/90-14

Aprilia SR 50 R Factory vs Suzuki Birdie 50 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Aprilia SR 50 R Factory and the Suzuki Birdie 50 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Aprilia SR 50 R Factory brings 5 hp, while the Suzuki Birdie 50 counters with 3 hp at 78 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: