Aprilia Scarabeo 50 Special Edition vs Sym DD 50 (2011)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Aprilia Scarabeo 50 Special Editionstacks up against the Sym DD 50. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecAprilia Scarabeo 50 Special EditionSym DD 50
Model year20112011
Price
Engine49 cc49 cc
Weight80 kg
Seat height30 mm
Fuel capacity2.0 L1.6 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires80/80-16 / 90/80-16 90/90-10 / 3.00-10

Aprilia Scarabeo 50 Special Edition vs Sym DD 50 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Aprilia Scarabeo 50 Special Edition and the Sym DD 50 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Aprilia Scarabeo 50 Special Edition brings its published horsepower, while the Sym DD 50 counters with its own power figure at 80 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: