AJS Model 16 350 Spectre vs DKW RT 350 S (1965)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the AJS Model 16 350 Spectrestacks up against the DKW RT 350 S. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecAJS Model 16 350 SpectreDKW RT 350 S
Model year19651956
Price
Engine348 cc348 cc
Horsepower19 hp
Weight171 kg162 kg
Seat height30 mm
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires3.50-18 / 3.50-18

AJS Model 16 350 Spectre vs DKW RT 350 S — which should you buy?

Picking between the AJS Model 16 350 Spectre and the DKW RT 350 S usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the AJS Model 16 350 Spectre brings its published horsepower in a 171 kg package, while the DKW RT 350 S counters with 19 hp at 162 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: