Yamaha BWs 12inch vs Aprilia Scarabeo 50 4T 4V Net (2015)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha BWs 12inchstacks up against the Aprilia Scarabeo 50 4T 4V Net. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha BWs 12inchAprilia Scarabeo 50 4T 4V Net
Model year20152013
Price
Engine49 cc49 cc
Horsepower3 hp4 hp
Torque4 Nm
Seat height30 mm31 mm
Fuel capacity1.4 L2.1 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc. Floating caliper
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires120/70-12 / 130/70-12 80/80-16 / 90/80-16

Yamaha BWs 12inch vs Aprilia Scarabeo 50 4T 4V Net — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha BWs 12inch and the Aprilia Scarabeo 50 4T 4V Net usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha BWs 12inch brings 3 hp, while the Aprilia Scarabeo 50 4T 4V Net counters with 4 hp.

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: