Tauris Samba 50 2T Art vs Sonik Mach 2 (2014)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Tauris Samba 50 2T Artstacks up against the Sonik Mach 2. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecTauris Samba 50 2T ArtSonik Mach 2
Model year20142014
Price$1,299
Engine50 cc50 cc
Horsepower3 hp
Weight84 kg80 kg
Seat height31 mm28 mm
Fuel capacity1.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc. Hydraulic.
Rear brakesSingle discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires120/70-12 / 120/70-12 120/70-10 / 120/70-10

Tauris Samba 50 2T Art vs Sonik Mach 2 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Tauris Samba 50 2T Art and the Sonik Mach 2 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Tauris Samba 50 2T Art brings its published horsepower in a 84 kg package, while the Sonik Mach 2 counters with 3 hp 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: