Veli VL50QPY vs Factory Bike MiniDesert RC14 (2008)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Veli VL50QPYstacks up against the Factory Bike MiniDesert RC14. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecVeli VL50QPYFactory Bike MiniDesert RC14
Model year20072008
Price
Engine50 cc50 cc
Horsepower3 hp3 hp
Weight39 kg36 kg
Seat height28 mm
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomatic
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires2.50-15 / 3.00-12

Veli VL50QPY vs Factory Bike MiniDesert RC14 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Veli VL50QPY and the Factory Bike MiniDesert RC14 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Veli VL50QPY brings 3 hp in a 39 kg package, while the Factory Bike MiniDesert RC14 counters with 3 hp at 36 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: