Honda NSR 50 R vs Zweirad-Union 159 TS (2004)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda NSR 50 Rstacks up against the Zweirad-Union 159 TS. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda NSR 50 RZweirad-Union 159 TS
Model year20041968
Price$3,599
Engine49 cc49 cc
Horsepower5 hp
Fuel capacity2.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed
Front brakesSingle discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesSingle discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires100/90-J12 / 120/80-J12 2.75-21 / 2.75-21

Honda NSR 50 R vs Zweirad-Union 159 TS — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda NSR 50 R and the Zweirad-Union 159 TS usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda NSR 50 R brings its published horsepower, while the Zweirad-Union 159 TS counters with 5 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: