Beta Ark 50 vs Hyosung SD 50 M (2006)

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

Spec comparison

SpecBeta Ark 50Hyosung SD 50 M
Model year20062005
Price
Engine49 cc49 cc
Weight88 kg70 kg
Fuel capacity2.0 L1.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires3.00-10-4PR / 3.00-10-4PR

Beta Ark 50 vs Hyosung SD 50 M — which should you buy?

Picking between the Beta Ark 50 and the Hyosung SD 50 M usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Beta Ark 50 brings its published horsepower in a 88 kg package, while the Hyosung SD 50 M counters with its own power figure at 70 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: