Kreidler Galactica 2.0 RC 50 vs Honda Super Cub 50 (2013)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Kreidler Galactica 2.0 RC 50stacks up against the Honda Super Cub 50. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecKreidler Galactica 2.0 RC 50Honda Super Cub 50
Model year20132013
Price$1,599
Engine49 cc49 cc
Horsepower3 hp5 hp
Torque4 Nm
Weight91 kg95 kg
Seat height32 mm29 mm
Fuel capacity1.5 L1.1 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomatic
Front brakesSingle disc. Wave discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesSingle disc. Wave discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires130/60-13 / 130/60-13 60/100-17 / 60/100-17

Kreidler Galactica 2.0 RC 50 vs Honda Super Cub 50 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Kreidler Galactica 2.0 RC 50 and the Honda Super Cub 50 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Kreidler Galactica 2.0 RC 50 brings 3 hp in a 91 kg package, while the Honda Super Cub 50 counters with 5 hp at 95 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: