Veli VL50QPY vs Ice Bear R2 (2007)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Veli VL50QPYstacks up against the Ice Bear R2. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecVeli VL50QPYIce Bear R2
Model year20072006
Price$4,550
Engine50 cc50 cc
Horsepower3 hp12 hp
Weight39 kg41 kg
Seat height24 mm
Fuel capacity0.8 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission1-speed
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)

Veli VL50QPY vs Ice Bear R2 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Veli VL50QPY and the Ice Bear R2 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Veli VL50QPY brings 3 hp in a 39 kg package, while the Ice Bear R2 counters with 12 hp at 41 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: