Italian company Beta has jumped on the 50cc competition bandwagon. The Mini Cross 50 R12 is powered by a 49cc air-cooled two-stroke fed by a 14mm Dell’Orto carb. For kids just getting used to riding or racing a mini, the Beta has an automatic transmission so they can concentrate on learning how to handle their machine without worrying about shifting and clutch work just yet. A durable steel frame, 30mm fork and single rear shock keep the chassis simple. The R12 rides on a 14-inch front and a 12-inch rear wheel. Also available: The Mini 50 R10 is the very same bike but with 10-inch wheels front and rear.
