Honda XR 50 R vs GAS GAS EC 50 Rookie (2003)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda XR 50 Rstacks up against the GAS GAS EC 50 Rookie. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda XR 50 RGAS GAS EC 50 Rookie
Model year20032002
Price
Engine49 cc49 cc
Weight47 kg
Seat height22 mm35 mm
Fuel capacity0.8 L2.1 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed6-speed
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc
Tires-21 / -18

Honda XR 50 R vs GAS GAS EC 50 Rookie — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda XR 50 R and the GAS GAS EC 50 Rookie usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda XR 50 R brings its published horsepower in a 47 kg package, while the GAS GAS EC 50 Rookie 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: