DB Motors ZZ vs CH Racing CH 501 Basic (2010)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the DB Motors ZZstacks up against the CH Racing CH 501 Basic. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecDB Motors ZZCH Racing CH 501 Basic
Model year20102010
Price
Engine50 cc50 cc
Horsepower3 hp2 hp
Weight42 kg35 kg
Seat height25 mm24 mm
Fuel capacity1.1 L0.7 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomatic
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake). Drum brake with extractable pinExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake). Drum brake with extractable pinExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires2.50-10 / 2.50-10 2.50-10 / 2.50-10

DB Motors ZZ vs CH Racing CH 501 Basic — which should you buy?

Picking between the DB Motors ZZ and the CH Racing CH 501 Basic usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the DB Motors ZZ brings 3 hp in a 42 kg package, while the CH Racing CH 501 Basic counters with 2 hp at 35 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: