Yamaha DT50R vs Sherco SU 0.5 (2011)

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

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha DT50RSherco SU 0.5
Model year20112011
Price——
Engine50 cc50 cc
Horsepower3 hp—
Torque3 Nm—
Weight—83 kg
Seat height35 mm34 mm
Fuel capacity1.6 L1.9 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed—
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc. Hydraulic
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc. Hydraulic
Tires80/90-21 / 110/80-18 2.50-17 / 3.50-17

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

Picking between the Yamaha DT50R and the Sherco SU 0.5 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha DT50R brings 3 hp, while the Sherco SU 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: