Kikker 5150 Hardknock 50 vs AJS DD50E-2 (2013)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Kikker 5150 Hardknock 50stacks up against the AJS DD50E-2. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecKikker 5150 Hardknock 50AJS DD50E-2
Model year20132011
Price$2,499
Engine49 cc49 cc
Weight91 kg87 kg
Seat height25 mm26 mm
Fuel capacity1.6 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission4-speed
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires2.50-17 / 4.50-12

Kikker 5150 Hardknock 50 vs AJS DD50E-2 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Kikker 5150 Hardknock 50 and the AJS DD50E-2 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Kikker 5150 Hardknock 50 brings its published horsepower in a 91 kg package, while the AJS DD50E-2 counters with its own power figure at 87 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: