DKW Lomos-Sesselrad 170cc vs Honda XL 175 (1978)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the DKW Lomos-Sesselrad 170ccstacks up against the Honda XL 175. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecDKW Lomos-Sesselrad 170ccHonda XL 175
Model year19251978
Price
Engine170 cc175 cc
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)

DKW Lomos-Sesselrad 170cc vs Honda XL 175 — which should you buy?

Picking between the DKW Lomos-Sesselrad 170cc and the Honda XL 175 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the DKW Lomos-Sesselrad 170cc brings its published horsepower, while the Honda XL 175 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: