Kreidler Vabene 50 vs Kymco Super 8 50 2T (2013)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Kreidler Vabene 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 Vabene 50Kymco Super 8 50 2T
Model year20132012
Price$1,399$2,090
Engine49 cc49 cc
Horsepower3 hp2 hp
Torque3 Nm
Weight99 kg106 kg
Seat height30 mm31 mm
Fuel capacity2.0 L1.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires120/70-12 / 130/70-12 70/90-17 / 80/90-17

Kreidler Vabene 50 vs Kymco Super 8 50 2T — which should you buy?

Picking between the Kreidler Vabene 50 and the Kymco Super 8 50 2T usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Kreidler Vabene 50 brings 3 hp in a 99 kg package, while the Kymco Super 8 50 2T counters with 2 hp at 106 kg. On price, the Kreidler Vabene 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: