Yamaha Neos vs Yamaha BWs Original (2016)

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

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha NeosYamaha BWs Original
Model year20162016
Price
Engine49 cc49 cc
Horsepower3 hp3 hp
Torque3 Nm4 Nm
Seat height31 mm30 mm
Fuel capacity1.6 L1.4 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires120/70-12 / 130/70-12 120/90-10 / 150/80-10

Yamaha Neos vs Yamaha BWs Original — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha Neos and the Yamaha BWs Original usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha Neos brings 3 hp, while the Yamaha BWs Original counters with 3 hp.

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: