Zündapp KS 100 vs Honda CB 100 SS (1975)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Zündapp KS 100stacks up against the Honda CB 100 SS. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecZündapp KS 100Honda CB 100 SS
Model year19711975
Price
Engine98 cc99 cc
Horsepower10 hp12 hp
Fuel capacity2.9 L2.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesExpanding brakeExpanding brake
Rear brakesExpanding brakeExpanding brake
Tires2.50-17 / 2.75-17 2.50-18 / 2.75-18

Zündapp KS 100 vs Honda CB 100 SS — which should you buy?

Picking between the Zündapp KS 100 and the Honda CB 100 SS usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Zündapp KS 100 brings 10 hp, while the Honda CB 100 SS 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: