Honda Monkey 50 vs Beta Minicross R 12 (2011)

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

Spec comparison

SpecHonda Monkey 50Beta Minicross R 12
Model year20112010
Price
Engine49 cc49 cc
Horsepower4 hp
Torque3 Nm
Weight46 kg
Seat height26 mm29 mm
Fuel capacity1.5 L0.5 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission4-speedAutomatic
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires3.50-8 / 3.50-8 2.5-15 / 3-12

Honda Monkey 50 vs Beta Minicross R 12 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda Monkey 50 and the Beta Minicross R 12 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda Monkey 50 brings 4 hp, while the Beta Minicross R 12 counters with its own power figure at 46 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: