UM X-Peed 50R vs Beta Ark 50 X (2007)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the UM X-Peed 50Rstacks up against the Beta Ark 50 X. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecUM X-Peed 50RBeta Ark 50 X
Model year20072007
Price$1,849
Engine49 cc49 cc
Weight88 kg
Seat height31 mm33 mm
Fuel capacity2.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesSingle disc. Vented brakeSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc
Tires120/70-12 / 120/70-12 130/60-13 / 130/60-13

UM X-Peed 50R vs Beta Ark 50 X — which should you buy?

Picking between the UM X-Peed 50R and the Beta Ark 50 X usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the UM X-Peed 50R brings its published horsepower, while the Beta Ark 50 X counters with its own power figure at 88 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: