Yamaha RS 100 DX vs Honda CRF100F (2016)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha RS 100 DXstacks up against the Honda CRF100F. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha RS 100 DXHonda CRF100F
Model year19772016
Price$2,880
Engine97 cc99 cc
Horsepower11 hp
Seat height31 mm
Fuel capacity2.4 L1.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesExpanding brakeExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesExpanding brakeExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires2.50-18 / 2.75-18 2.50-19 / 3.00-16

Yamaha RS 100 DX vs Honda CRF100F — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha RS 100 DX and the Honda CRF100F usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha RS 100 DX brings 11 hp, while the Honda CRF100F counters with its own power figure.

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: