Generic Ideo 50 vs Yamaha BWs 12 (2010)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Generic Ideo 50stacks up against the Yamaha BWs 12. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecGeneric Ideo 50Yamaha BWs 12
Model year20102010
Price
Engine49 cc49 cc
Horsepower3 hp3 hp
Torque4 Nm4 Nm
Weight100 kg82 kg
Seat height30 mm
Fuel capacity1.5 L1.4 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires120/70-12 / 130/70-12 120/70-12 / 130/70-12

Generic Ideo 50 vs Yamaha BWs 12 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Generic Ideo 50 and the Yamaha BWs 12 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Generic Ideo 50 brings 3 hp in a 100 kg package, while the Yamaha BWs 12 counters with 3 hp at 82 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: