Beta Ark LC Tribe vs Yamaha BWs Next Generation (2010)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Beta Ark LC Tribestacks up against the Yamaha BWs Next Generation. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecBeta Ark LC TribeYamaha BWs Next Generation
Model year20102010
Price
Engine49 cc49 cc
Horsepower4 hp
Torque4 Nm
Weight88 kg
Seat height32 mm
Fuel capacity2.0 L1.7 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires130/60-13 / 130/60-13 120/90-10 / 130/90-10

Beta Ark LC Tribe vs Yamaha BWs Next Generation — which should you buy?

Picking between the Beta Ark LC Tribe and the Yamaha BWs Next Generation usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Beta Ark LC Tribe brings its published horsepower in a 88 kg package, while the Yamaha BWs Next Generation counters with 4 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: