Yamaha Aerox R 50 vs Yamaha BWs Original 50 (2014)

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

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha Aerox R 50Yamaha BWs Original 50
Model year20142014
Price
Engine49 cc49 cc
Horsepower3 hp3 hp
Torque4 Nm4 Nm
Seat height33 mm30 mm
Fuel capacity1.9 L1.4 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires130/60-13 / 140/60-13 120/90-10 / 150/80-10

Yamaha Aerox R 50 vs Yamaha BWs Original 50 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha Aerox R 50 and the Yamaha BWs Original 50 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha Aerox R 50 brings 3 hp, while the Yamaha BWs Original 50 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: