Yamaha Aerox SP55 vs Aprilia Scarabeo 50 Special Edition (2012)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha Aerox SP55stacks up against the Aprilia Scarabeo 50 Special Edition. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha Aerox SP55Aprilia Scarabeo 50 Special Edition
Model year20122011
Price
Engine49 cc49 cc
Horsepower3 hp
Torque4 Nm
Seat height33 mm30 mm
Fuel capacity1.9 L2.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires130/60-13 / 140/60-13 80/80-16 / 90/80-16

Yamaha Aerox SP55 vs Aprilia Scarabeo 50 Special Edition — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha Aerox SP55 and the Aprilia Scarabeo 50 Special Edition usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha Aerox SP55 brings 3 hp, while the Aprilia Scarabeo 50 Special Edition counters with its own power figure.

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: