Scooters
2008Beta ARK LC Tribe
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The 2008 Beta ARK LC Tribe is a compact 49cc scooter designed for urban commuters and novice riders seeking practical city transportation. Powered by a liquid-cooled two-stroke engine with automatic belt transmission, it delivers reliable everyday performance with minimal maintenance. Known for its lightweight maneuverability and fuel efficiency, the Tribe excels in congested traffic environments.
- Capacity
- 49.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single, two-stroke
- Gearbox
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Dry weight
- 88.0 kg
- Seat height
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Power
- 5.4 HP (4.0 kW)
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built for short city hops, errands, and light commuting rather than any kind of performance or long-distance riding.
- Built for
- A nimble, no-frills two-stroke automatic scooter that prioritizes simplicity and easy urban maneuverability over speed or comfort.
- Not ideal for
- Not suitable for highway travel, touring, passengers on longer rides, or anyone seeking real performance or off-road capability.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Engine
- Capacity
- 49.0 ccm
- Power
- 5.4 HP (4.0 kW)
- Engine type
- Single, two-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.0614 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 40.0 x 39.2 mm
- Compression
- 12.0:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Starting
- Electric
- Lubrication system
- With mechanical pump - mix gasoline-oil 1,5% (with synthetic oil)
Transmission
- Transmission type
- Automatic
- Final drive
- Belt
- Clutch
- Dry automatic centrifugal type
Dimensions & weight
- Overall length
- 1740 mm
- Overall width
- 830 mm
- Overall height
- 1150 mm
- Dry weight
- 88.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 7.50 litres
- Ground clearance
- 215 mm
- Reserve fuel capacity
- 1.30 litres
- Seat height
- Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- tubular steel
- Front suspension
- Hydraulic fork with 32 mm shaft
- Rear suspension
- Monoshock with adjustable spring preload
- Front wheel travel
- 95 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 89 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 190 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes diameter
- 190 mm
- Front tyre
- 130/60-13
- Rear tyre
- 130/60-13
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 2008 | 2010 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 49 cc | 49 cc |
| Dry weight | 88 kg | 88 kg |
| Fuel capacity | 7.5 L | 7.5 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Beta ARK LC Tribe?
The 2008 Beta ARK LC Tribe has a Capacity of 49.0 ccm (2.99 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Beta ARK LC Tribe have?
The 2008 Beta ARK LC Tribe has a Power of 5.4 HP (4.0 kW).
How much does the Beta ARK LC Tribe weigh?
The 2008 Beta ARK LC Tribe has a Dry weight of 88.0 kg (194.0 pounds).
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