Yamaha DT50R vs Sherco SE 0.5 (2011)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha DT50Rstacks up against the Sherco SE 0.5. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha DT50RSherco SE 0.5
Model year20112011
Price
Engine50 cc50 cc
Horsepower3 hp
Torque3 Nm
Weight83 kg
Seat height35 mm36 mm
Fuel capacity1.6 L1.9 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc. AJP
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc. AJP
Tires80/90-21 / 110/80-18 1.61-21 / 2.15-18

Yamaha DT50R vs Sherco SE 0.5 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha DT50R and the Sherco SE 0.5 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha DT50R brings 3 hp, while the Sherco SE 0.5 counters with its own power figure at 83 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: