NSU Maxi 175 vs Apsonic Z-One 170 (2020)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the NSU Maxi 175stacks up against the Apsonic Z-One 170. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecNSU Maxi 175Apsonic Z-One 170
Model year19642020
Price
Engine174 cc175 cc
Horsepower12 hp12 hp
Torque12 Nm
Seat height31 mm
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission4-speed5-speed
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires3.25-18 / 3.25-18 90/90-17 / 110/80-17

NSU Maxi 175 vs Apsonic Z-One 170 — which should you buy?

Picking between the NSU Maxi 175 and the Apsonic Z-One 170 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the NSU Maxi 175 brings 12 hp, while the Apsonic Z-One 170 counters with 12 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: