Honda Elite vs DKW E 206 (1965)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda Elitestacks up against the DKW E 206. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda EliteDKW E 206
Model year19651928
Price
Engine204 cc206 cc
Horsepower18 hp
Weight118 kg75 kg
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires2.75-18 / 3.25-18 2.85-26 / 2.85-26

Honda Elite vs DKW E 206 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda Elite and the DKW E 206 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda Elite brings 18 hp in a 118 kg package, while the DKW E 206 counters with its own power figure at 75 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: