Sym phony SR 50 vs Sonik Vortex (2014)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Sym phony SR 50stacks up against the Sonik Vortex. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecSym phony SR 50Sonik Vortex
Model year20142014
Price
Engine50 cc50 cc
Horsepower4 hp3 hp
Weight116 kg93 kg
Seat height33 mm
Fuel capacity1.5 L1.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomatic5-speed
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc. Hydraulic.
Rear brakesSingle discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires110/70-16 / 110/70-16 120/70-12 / 120/70-12

Sym phony SR 50 vs Sonik Vortex — which should you buy?

Picking between the Sym phony SR 50 and the Sonik Vortex usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Sym phony SR 50 brings 4 hp in a 116 kg package, while the Sonik Vortex counters with 3 hp at 93 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: