Malaguti Phantom F12R LC vs Yamaha BWs Next Generation (2010)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Malaguti Phantom F12R LCstacks up against the Yamaha BWs Next Generation. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Malaguti Phantom F12R LC | Yamaha BWs Next Generation |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2010 | 2010 |
| Price | — | — |
| Engine | 49 cc | 49 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 4 hp |
| Torque | — | 4 Nm |
| Weight | 96 kg | — |
| Seat height | 33 mm | 32 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 2.5 L | 1.7 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Single disc | Single disc |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Tires | 130/60-13 / 130/60-13 | 120/90-10 / 130/90-10 |
Malaguti Phantom F12R LC vs Yamaha BWs Next Generation — which should you buy?
Picking between the Malaguti Phantom F12R LC and the Yamaha BWs Next Generation usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Malaguti Phantom F12R LC brings its published horsepower in a 96 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: