Tomos Streetmate 45 vs Veli VL50-E (2011)

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

Spec comparison

SpecTomos Streetmate 45Veli VL50-E
Model year20112007
Price$1,338
Engine49 cc49 cc
Horsepower3 hp3 hp
Torque3 Nm
Weight65 kg95 kg
Fuel capacity0.9 L1.4 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Front brakesSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle disc
Tires2.75-17 / 3.25-16

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

Picking between the Tomos Streetmate 45 and the Veli VL50-E usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Tomos Streetmate 45 brings 3 hp in a 65 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: