Kreidler Galactica 2.0 RC 50 vs Kymco Super 8 50 2T (2013)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Kreidler Galactica 2.0 RC 50stacks up against the Kymco Super 8 50 2T. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecKreidler Galactica 2.0 RC 50Kymco Super 8 50 2T
Model year20132012
Price$1,599$2,090
Engine49 cc49 cc
Horsepower3 hp2 hp
Torque3 Nm
Weight91 kg106 kg
Seat height32 mm31 mm
Fuel capacity1.5 L1.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesSingle disc. Wave discSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. Wave discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires130/60-13 / 130/60-13 70/90-17 / 80/90-17

Kreidler Galactica 2.0 RC 50 vs Kymco Super 8 50 2T — which should you buy?

Picking between the Kreidler Galactica 2.0 RC 50 and the Kymco Super 8 50 2T 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 Kymco Super 8 50 2T counters with 2 hp at 106 kg. On price, the Kreidler Galactica 2.0 RC 50 has the lower MSRP.

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: