Malaguti Phantom F12R Tribal vs MBK Nitro (2009)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Malaguti Phantom F12R Tribalstacks up against the MBK Nitro. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Malaguti Phantom F12R Tribal | MBK Nitro |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2009 | 2009 |
| Price | — | — |
| Engine | 49 cc | 49 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 3 hp |
| Torque | — | 4 Nm |
| Weight | 96 kg | 97 kg |
| Seat height | 33 mm | 33 mm |
| Fuel capacity | — | 1.5 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Single disc | Single disc |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) | Single disc |
| Tires | 130/60-13 / 130/60-13 | 130/60-13 / 140/60-13 |
Malaguti Phantom F12R Tribal vs MBK Nitro — which should you buy?
Picking between the Malaguti Phantom F12R Tribal and the MBK Nitro usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Malaguti Phantom F12R Tribal brings its published horsepower in a 96 kg package, while the MBK Nitro counters with 3 hp at 97 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: