Benelli BX 250 Motard vs Yamaha DT50X (2016)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Benelli BX 250 Motardstacks up against the Yamaha DT50X. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecBenelli BX 250 MotardYamaha DT50X
Model year20162012
Price
Engine249 cc249 cc
Horsepower25 hp18 hp
Torque21 Nm19 Nm
Weight135 kg133 kg
Seat height35 mm31 mm
Fuel capacity2.5 L2.5 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires100/80-ZR17 / 130/70-ZR17 110/70-17 / 130/70-17

Benelli BX 250 Motard vs Yamaha DT50X — which should you buy?

Picking between the Benelli BX 250 Motard and the Yamaha DT50X usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Benelli BX 250 Motard brings 25 hp in a 135 kg package, while the Yamaha DT50X counters with 18 hp at 133 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: