Yamaha Neos 50 vs Aprilia Sonic 50 (2008)

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

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha Neos 50Aprilia Sonic 50
Model year20082008
Price
Engine49 cc49 cc
Horsepower3 hp
Torque3 Nm
Weight82 kg73 kg
Seat height31 mm30 mm
Fuel capacity1.6 L2.1 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomatic
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc. caliper with two opposing Ø 32 mm pistons
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires120/70-L12 / 130/70-L12 100/90-10 / 100/90-10

Yamaha Neos 50 vs Aprilia Sonic 50 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha Neos 50 and the Aprilia Sonic 50 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha Neos 50 brings 3 hp in a 82 kg package, while the Aprilia Sonic 50 counters with its own power figure at 73 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: