Yamaha YSR50
The Yamaha YSR50 is a fun-size, street-legal sportbike that's a miniature replica of Yamaha's Grand Prix racers. It's a cult classic prized by collectors for its 1980s nostalgia and fully functional two-stroke powertrain.
Yamaha YSR50 sold for a median of $5,900 over the last 12 months, based on 5 auction sales; the middle 50% sold between $4,128 and $6,450.
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Yamaha YSR50 prices by year
| Year | Median (3 yrs) | Middle 50% | Sales (3 yrs) | For sale now |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | $5.4k | $4.7k–$7.1k | 6 | 0 |
| 1988 | $6.5k | – | 2 | 0 |
| 1989 | $6.1k | $4.1k–$8.1k | 4 | 0 |
Auction sales in the last 3 years; prices leave out salvage and other branded titles.
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The Yamaha YSR50 was a miniature sportbike sold from 1986 to 1992. It's a small-scale replica of Yamaha's YZR500 Grand Prix racers, complete with full fairings, a steel box frame, and a 5-speed manual transmission. Power comes from a 49.3 cc air-cooled two-stroke single-cylinder engine, making it a fully functional motorcycle, just in a fun-size package.
Collectors appreciate the YSR50 for its sheer novelty and 1980s nostalgia. It wasn't a toy, but a street-legal machine that captured the excitement of Grand Prix racing for the road. They are popular for display, as pit bikes at the track, or for riding in organized mini-moto races. Originality is key, as many were modified or ridden hard.
The market for these mini racers is surprisingly robust. The average sale price hovers around $6,800, but top-tier examples can bring much more. Exceptional, low-mileage, and all-original bikes have sold for as high as $15,100, proving there's a serious collector base willing to pay for the best.
Buying Tips
- Inspect the plastic fairings carefully for cracks, deep scratches, or non-original paint. Intact, original bodywork is very difficult to find.
- Check for a title. Many YSR50s were used exclusively as pit bikes and were never registered for street use, making it difficult to get them legally on the road.
- Ask about engine modifications. Big-bore kits are common, but they can affect reliability. A stock, well-maintained 49.3 cc engine is often preferred by collectors.
- Test ride to check for smooth shifting through all 5 gears. The transmission can be a weak point if abused.
- Look for leaks from the two-stroke oil injection system and check the condition of the tank, as rust can be an issue.
Prices range from around $3,250 for projects to over $15,100 for pristine, collector-grade examples.
24 Yamaha YSR50 vehicles have been tracked across auctions and listings on Hypercars.
Data sourced from auction results and dealer and private listings, including Bring a Trailer, Cars & Bids, Mecum, RM Sotheby’s and eBay Motors. Updated daily.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a Yamaha YSR50 cost?
Over the last 12 months, Yamaha YSR50 sold for a median of $5,900 across 5 auction sales tracked on Hypercars; the middle 50% sold between $4,128 and $6,450.