Beta Ark 50 X vs Malaguti Phantom 50 Capirex (2007)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Beta Ark 50 Xstacks up against the Malaguti Phantom 50 Capirex. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Beta Ark 50 X | Malaguti Phantom 50 Capirex |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2007 | 2007 |
| Price | — | — |
| Engine | 49 cc | 49 cc |
| Weight | 88 kg | 91 kg |
| Seat height | 33 mm | 31 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 2.0 L | 2.1 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Single disc | Single disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Tires | 130/60-13 / 130/60-13 | 120/70-12 / 130/70-12 |
Beta Ark 50 X vs Malaguti Phantom 50 Capirex — which should you buy?
Picking between the Beta Ark 50 X and the Malaguti Phantom 50 Capirex usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Beta Ark 50 X brings its published horsepower in a 88 kg package, while the Malaguti Phantom 50 Capirex 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: