Honda Ape 50 vs Polini X1P Air (2016)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda Ape 50stacks up against the Polini X1P Air. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda Ape 50Polini X1P Air
Model year20162016
Price
Engine49 cc49 cc
Horsepower4 hp
Torque4 Nm
Weight42 kg
Seat height28 mm24 mm
Fuel capacity1.5 L0.8 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speedAutomatic
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc
Tires120/80-12 / 120/80-12 2.50-10 / 2.75-10

Honda Ape 50 vs Polini X1P Air — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda Ape 50 and the Polini X1P Air usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda Ape 50 brings 4 hp, while the Polini X1P Air counters with its own power figure at 42 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: