Honda XR 50 R vs Rieju MRT 50 (2023)

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

Spec comparison

SpecHonda XR 50 RRieju MRT 50
Model year20032023
Price
Engine49 cc50 cc
Weight47 kg85 kg
Seat height22 mm35 mm
Fuel capacity0.8 L1.7 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed6-speed
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc
Tires80/90-21 / 110/80-18

Honda XR 50 R vs Rieju MRT 50 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda XR 50 R and the Rieju MRT 50 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 Rieju MRT 50 counters with its own power figure at 85 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: