Yamaha DT 50 MX vs Simson S51 B1-4 (1983)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha DT 50 MXstacks up against the Simson S51 B1-4. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha DT 50 MXSimson S51 B1-4
Model year19831980
Price$1,500
Engine50 cc50 cc
Horsepower4 hp
Weight81 kg79 kg
Seat height31 mm
Fuel capacity1.1 L2.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed4-speed
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)

Yamaha DT 50 MX vs Simson S51 B1-4 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha DT 50 MX and the Simson S51 B1-4 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha DT 50 MX brings its published horsepower in a 81 kg package, while the Simson S51 B1-4 counters with 4 hp at 79 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: