Hero Honda CD-Dawn vs Yamaha LS 2 (2012)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Hero Honda CD-Dawnstacks up against the Yamaha LS 2. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHero Honda CD-DawnYamaha LS 2
Model year20121972
Price
Engine97 cc100 cc
Horsepower8 hp
Torque8 Nm
Seat height32 mm
Fuel capacity2.8 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission4-speed5-speed
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires2.75-18 / 2.75-18

Hero Honda CD-Dawn vs Yamaha LS 2 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Hero Honda CD-Dawn and the Yamaha LS 2 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Hero Honda CD-Dawn brings 8 hp, while the Yamaha LS 2 counters with its own power figure.

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: