Honda Gyro X vs Kreidler Vabene 50 (2013)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda Gyro Xstacks up against the Kreidler Vabene 50. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda Gyro XKreidler Vabene 50
Model year20132013
Price$1,399
Engine49 cc49 cc
Horsepower5 hp3 hp
Torque4 Nm
Weight112 kg99 kg
Seat height29 mm30 mm
Fuel capacity1.2 L2.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires90/100-10 / 130/80-8 120/70-12 / 130/70-12

Honda Gyro X vs Kreidler Vabene 50 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda Gyro X and the Kreidler Vabene 50 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda Gyro X brings 5 hp in a 112 kg package, while the Kreidler Vabene 50 counters with 3 hp at 99 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: