Derbi GP1 250 Racing vs DKW RT 250 VS (2009)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Derbi GP1 250 Racingstacks up against the DKW RT 250 VS. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecDerbi GP1 250 RacingDKW RT 250 VS
Model year20091957
Price
Engine244 cc244 cc
Weight139 kg155 kg
Seat height32 mm
Fuel capacity2.9 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomatic4-speed
Front brakesSingle discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesSingle discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires120/70-14 / 140/60-13 3.25-18 / 3.25-18

Derbi GP1 250 Racing vs DKW RT 250 VS — which should you buy?

Picking between the Derbi GP1 250 Racing and the DKW RT 250 VS usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Derbi GP1 250 Racing brings its published horsepower in a 139 kg package, while the DKW RT 250 VS counters with its own power figure at 155 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: