DKW Hobby Luxus vs Yamaha PW80 (2012)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the DKW Hobby Luxusstacks up against the Yamaha PW80. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecDKW Hobby LuxusYamaha PW80
Model year19572012
Price
Engine74 cc79 cc
Horsepower3 hp
Seat height25 mm
Fuel capacity1.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission3-speed
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires2.50-16 / 2.50-16 2.50-12 / 3.00-12

DKW Hobby Luxus vs Yamaha PW80 — which should you buy?

Picking between the DKW Hobby Luxus and the Yamaha PW80 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the DKW Hobby Luxus brings 3 hp, while the Yamaha PW80 counters with its own power figure.

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: