Tomos Sportmate 45 vs Veli VL50-E (2012)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Tomos Sportmate 45stacks up against the Veli VL50-E. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecTomos Sportmate 45Veli VL50-E
Model year20122007
Price
Engine49 cc49 cc
Horsepower3 hp3 hp
Torque5 Nm3 Nm
Weight62 kg95 kg
Fuel capacity1.2 L1.4 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomatic
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc
Tires2.75-17 / 2.75-17

Tomos Sportmate 45 vs Veli VL50-E — which should you buy?

Picking between the Tomos Sportmate 45 and the Veli VL50-E usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Tomos Sportmate 45 brings 3 hp in a 62 kg package, while the Veli VL50-E counters with 3 hp at 95 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: