TGB Tapo RS 50 vs Yamaha BWs (2012)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the TGB Tapo RS 50stacks up against the Yamaha BWs. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecTGB Tapo RS 50Yamaha BWs
Model year20122012
Price
Engine49 cc49 cc
Horsepower5 hp3 hp
Torque4 Nm
Weight94 kg
Seat height30 mm
Fuel capacity1.8 L1.4 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires120/70-12 / 120/70-12 120/90-10 / 150/80-10

TGB Tapo RS 50 vs Yamaha BWs — which should you buy?

Picking between the TGB Tapo RS 50 and the Yamaha BWs usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the TGB Tapo RS 50 brings 5 hp in a 94 kg package, while the Yamaha BWs 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: