Maico MD 250-6 vs Motobi 250 Sprite 5 (1977)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Maico MD 250-6stacks up against the Motobi 250 Sprite 5. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecMaico MD 250-6Motobi 250 Sprite 5
Model year19771970
Price
Engine245 cc245 cc
Horsepower27 hp20 hp
Fuel capacity3.3 L3.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed5-speed
Front brakesExpanding brakeExpanding brake
Rear brakesExpanding brakeExpanding brake
Tires2.75-18 / 3.25-18 2.75-18 / 3.00-18

Maico MD 250-6 vs Motobi 250 Sprite 5 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Maico MD 250-6 and the Motobi 250 Sprite 5 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Maico MD 250-6 brings 27 hp, while the Motobi 250 Sprite 5 counters with 20 hp.

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: