Beta Ark 50 X Type vs Honda X8R-S (2004)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Beta Ark 50 X Typestacks up against the Honda X8R-S. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecBeta Ark 50 X TypeHonda X8R-S
Model year20042003
Price
Engine49 cc49 cc
Weight91 kg
Fuel capacity1.6 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc. 220mm hydraulic disc with opposed dual- piston calliper
Tires130/60-13 / 140/60-13

Beta Ark 50 X Type vs Honda X8R-S — which should you buy?

Picking between the Beta Ark 50 X Type and the Honda X8R-S usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Beta Ark 50 X Type brings its published horsepower, while the Honda X8R-S counters with its own power figure at 91 kg.

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: