Kreidler Galactica 2.0 50 DD City vs Yamaha BWs (2013)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Kreidler Galactica 2.0 50 DD Citystacks up against the Yamaha BWs. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecKreidler Galactica 2.0 50 DD CityYamaha BWs
Model year20132012
Price$1,799
Engine49 cc49 cc
Horsepower3 hp3 hp
Torque4 Nm
Weight91 kg
Seat height32 mm30 mm
Fuel capacity1.5 L1.4 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesSingle disc. Wave discSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. Wave discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires130/60-13 / 130/60-13 120/90-10 / 150/80-10

Kreidler Galactica 2.0 50 DD City vs Yamaha BWs — which should you buy?

Picking between the Kreidler Galactica 2.0 50 DD City and the Yamaha BWs usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Kreidler Galactica 2.0 50 DD City brings 3 hp in a 91 kg package, while the Yamaha BWs counters with 3 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: