Beta Minicross R 12 vs KTM 50 SX Junior (2010)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Beta Minicross R 12stacks up against the KTM 50 SX Junior. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecBeta Minicross R 12KTM 50 SX Junior
Model year20102009
Price
Engine49 cc49 cc
Weight46 kg38 kg
Seat height29 mm24 mm
Fuel capacity0.5 L0.6 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc
Tires2.5-15 / 3-12 2.5-10 / 2.75-10

Beta Minicross R 12 vs KTM 50 SX Junior — which should you buy?

Picking between the Beta Minicross R 12 and the KTM 50 SX Junior usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Beta Minicross R 12 brings its published horsepower in a 46 kg package, while the KTM 50 SX Junior counters with its own power figure at 38 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: