Yamaha BWs Original vs Benelli Pepe 50 (2016)

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

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha BWs OriginalBenelli Pepe 50
Model year20162016
Price
Engine49 cc49 cc
Horsepower3 hp5 hp
Torque4 Nm4 Nm
Weight93 kg
Seat height30 mm30 mm
Fuel capacity1.4 L1.6 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires120/90-10 / 150/80-10 2.50-16 / 2.75-16

Yamaha BWs Original vs Benelli Pepe 50 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha BWs Original and the Benelli Pepe 50 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha BWs Original brings 3 hp, while the Benelli Pepe 50 counters with 5 hp at 93 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: