Hyosung Sense vs Yamaha BWs 12inch (2015)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Hyosung Sensestacks up against the Yamaha BWs 12inch. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHyosung SenseYamaha BWs 12inch
Model year20142015
Price$1,599
Engine49 cc49 cc
Horsepower4 hp3 hp
Torque4 Nm4 Nm
Weight80 kg
Seat height30 mm30 mm
Fuel capacity1.2 L1.4 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires3.50-10 / 3.50-10 120/70-12 / 130/70-12

Hyosung Sense vs Yamaha BWs 12inch — which should you buy?

Picking between the Hyosung Sense and the Yamaha BWs 12inch usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Hyosung Sense brings 4 hp in a 80 kg package, while the Yamaha BWs 12inch counters with 3 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: