Yamaha Jog R vs Honda CD 50 Benly
The Honda CD 50 Benly is more powerful and lower-seated than the Yamaha Jog R; they are very close in specifications. The Honda CD 50 Benly's 3.8 hp (2.8 kW) output gives it the power edge, while both have the same dry weight and the Honda's seat is lower. That leaves a focused choice between the Honda's lower seating position and the Yamaha's higher seat, with the Honda also having the stronger output. Neither model has an advantage in mass, so the clearest differences are output and seat height.
Data for different model years: Yamaha Jog R — 2016; Honda CD 50 Benly — 2002.
Yamaha Jog R vs Honda CD 50 Benly: specifications
| Specifications side by side | Yamaha Jog RModel year 2016 | Honda CD 50 BenlyModel year 2002 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine capacity | 49 cm³ | 49 cm³ |
| Power | 2.8 hp (2.1 kW) | 3.8 hp (2.8 kW) — Favorable value |
| Wet weight | 81 kg | — |
| Dry weight | 76 kg | 76 kg |
| Seat height | 770 mm | 740 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 5.5 L | 6 L — Favorable value |
Percentages use the second model as the baseline. Highlighting applies only to comparable power, torque, mass and fuel capacity; it does not predict handling or acceleration.
Engine
| Specifications side by side | Yamaha Jog RModel year 2016 | Honda CD 50 BenlyModel year 2002 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine capacity | 49 cm³ | 49 cm³ |
| Power | 2.8 hp (2.1 kW) | 3.8 hp (2.8 kW) — Favorable value |
| Torque | 2.5 Nm | 4.1 Nm — Favorable value |
| Engine type | Single, two-stroke | Single |
| Bore × stroke | 40.0 x 39.2 mm | 39.0 x 41.4 mm |
| Compression ratio | 11.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Cooling | Air | Air |
| Fuel system | Carburettor | Carburettor |
Dimensions and weight
| Specifications side by side | Yamaha Jog RModel year 2016 | Honda CD 50 BenlyModel year 2002 |
|---|---|---|
| Dry weight | 76 kg | 76 kg |
| Seat height | 770 mm | 740 mm |
| Length | 1,740 mm | 1,805 mm |
| Width | 675 mm | 700 mm |
| Height | 1,065 mm | 1,020 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1,210 mm | 1,170 mm |
| Ground clearance | 132 mm | 130 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 5.5 L | 6 L — Favorable value |
Brakes
| Specifications side by side | Yamaha Jog RModel year 2016 | Honda CD 50 BenlyModel year 2002 |
|---|---|---|
| Front brakes | Single disc | Expanding brake |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) | Expanding brake |
Key differences
This comparison uses Yamaha Jog R from 2016 and Honda CD 50 Benly from 2002.
Power
Yamaha Jog R
2.8 hp (2.1 kW)
Honda CD 50 Benly
3.8 hp (2.8 kW)
Highlighted valueDry weight
Yamaha Jog R
76 kg
Honda CD 50 Benly
76 kg
Engine capacity
Yamaha Jog R
49 cm³
Honda CD 50 Benly
49 cm³
Torque
Yamaha Jog R
2.5 Nm
Honda CD 50 Benly
4.1 Nm
Highlighted valueSeat height
Yamaha Jog R
770 mm
Honda CD 50 Benly
740 mm
Highlighted valueYamaha Jog R vs Honda CD 50 Benly: which one to choose?
These models are very close in specifications.
- Choose Honda CD 50 Benly for its 30 mm lower seat.
FAQ
- Which model has more power?
- The Honda CD 50 Benly is more powerful, with 3.8 hp (2.8 kW) versus 2.8 hp (2.1 kW) for the Yamaha Jog R.
- Which model has the lower seat?
- The Honda CD 50 Benly has the lower seat at 740 mm, compared with 770 mm for the Yamaha Jog R.
- Are their weights different?
- No, both have a dry weight of 76 kg.