Factory Bike MiniDesert RC14 vs Yamaha DT50R (2011)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Factory Bike MiniDesert RC14stacks up against the Yamaha DT50R. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecFactory Bike MiniDesert RC14Yamaha DT50R
Model year20082011
Price
Engine50 cc50 cc
Horsepower3 hp3 hp
Torque3 Nm
Weight36 kg
Seat height28 mm35 mm
Fuel capacity1.6 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomatic6-speed
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc
Tires2.50-15 / 3.00-12 80/90-21 / 110/80-18

Factory Bike MiniDesert RC14 vs Yamaha DT50R — which should you buy?

Picking between the Factory Bike MiniDesert RC14 and the Yamaha DT50R usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Factory Bike MiniDesert RC14 brings 3 hp in a 36 kg package, while the Yamaha DT50R counters with 3 hp.

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: