Suzuki DR-Z 50 vs Yamaha TT-R 50E (2026)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Suzuki DR-Z 50stacks up against the Yamaha TT-R 50E. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecSuzuki DR-Z 50Yamaha TT-R 50E
Model year20262026
Price$2,599$1,899
Engine49 cc49 cc
Weight54 kg58 kg
Seat height560 mm556 mm
Fuel capacity3.0 L3.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionManual / Automatic Clutch, 3 speed, ChainManual / Automatic Clutch, 3 speed, Chain
Front brakesDrumDrum
Rear brakesDrumDrum
Tires2.50 - 10 33J / 2.50 - 10 33J2.50-10-4PR / 2.50-10-4PR

Suzuki DR-Z 50 vs Yamaha TT-R 50E — which should you buy?

Picking between the Suzuki DR-Z 50 and the Yamaha TT-R 50E usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Suzuki DR-Z 50 brings its published horsepower in a 54 kg package, while the Yamaha TT-R 50E counters with its own power figure at 58 kg. On price, the Yamaha TT-R 50E has the lower MSRP.

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: