Hartford VR200X vs DKW RT 200 S (2014)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Hartford VR200Xstacks up against the DKW RT 200 S. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHartford VR200XDKW RT 200 S
Model year20141958
Price
Engine197 cc197 cc
Horsepower19 hp11 hp
Torque11 Nm
Weight139 kg131 kg
Seat height34 mm
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed
Front brakesSingle discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesSingle discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires110/80-17 / 130/80-17 3-18 / 3-18

Hartford VR200X vs DKW RT 200 S — which should you buy?

Picking between the Hartford VR200X and the DKW RT 200 S usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Hartford VR200X brings 19 hp in a 139 kg package, while the DKW RT 200 S counters with 11 hp at 131 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: