Aprilia Mini RX 50 Entry vs Factory Bike MiniDesert RC14 (2008)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Aprilia Mini RX 50 Entrystacks up against the Factory Bike MiniDesert RC14. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecAprilia Mini RX 50 EntryFactory Bike MiniDesert RC14
Model year20052008
Price
Engine50 cc50 cc
Horsepower2 hp3 hp
Weight35 kg36 kg
Seat height24 mm28 mm
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission1-speedAutomatic
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires10-2.5 / 10-2.5 2.50-15 / 3.00-12

Aprilia Mini RX 50 Entry vs Factory Bike MiniDesert RC14 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Aprilia Mini RX 50 Entry and the Factory Bike MiniDesert RC14 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Aprilia Mini RX 50 Entry brings 2 hp in a 35 kg package, while the Factory Bike MiniDesert RC14 counters with 3 hp at 36 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: