DKW Hummel vs Aprilia RS 50 (2021)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the DKW Hummelstacks up against the Aprilia RS 50. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecDKW HummelAprilia RS 50
Model year19582021
Price
Engine49 cc50 cc
Seat height32 mm
Fuel capacity3.8 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc. Radial caliper with two 28 mm opposed pistons
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc. Single piston calliper
Tires100/80-17 / 130/70-17

DKW Hummel vs Aprilia RS 50 — which should you buy?

Picking between the DKW Hummel and the Aprilia RS 50 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the DKW Hummel brings its published horsepower, while the Aprilia RS 50 counters with its own power figure.

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: