Yamaha RS 200 vs Honda CB 200 Disc (1981)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha RS 200stacks up against the Honda CB 200 Disc. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha RS 200Honda CB 200 Disc
Model year19811977
Price
Engine198 cc198 cc
Horsepower22 hp17 hp
Fuel capacity2.9 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake
Tires2.75-18 / 3.00-18

Yamaha RS 200 vs Honda CB 200 Disc — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha RS 200 and the Honda CB 200 Disc usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha RS 200 brings 22 hp, while the Honda CB 200 Disc counters with 17 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: