DB Motors Pirat LC 12-14 vs Factory Bike MiniDesert RC14 (2008)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the DB Motors Pirat LC 12-14stacks up against the Factory Bike MiniDesert RC14. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecDB Motors Pirat LC 12-14Factory Bike MiniDesert RC14
Model year20062008
Price
Engine50 cc50 cc
Horsepower12 hp3 hp
Weight45 kg36 kg
Seat height28 mm
Fuel capacity0.9 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speedAutomatic
Front brakesSingle discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesSingle discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires2.50-15 / 3.00-12

DB Motors Pirat LC 12-14 vs Factory Bike MiniDesert RC14 — which should you buy?

Picking between the DB Motors Pirat LC 12-14 and the Factory Bike MiniDesert RC14 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the DB Motors Pirat LC 12-14 brings 12 hp in a 45 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: