Kreidler Galactica 2.0 RS 50 DD vs Yamaha BWs (2013)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Kreidler Galactica 2.0 RS 50 DDstacks up against the Yamaha BWs. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Kreidler Galactica 2.0 RS 50 DD | Yamaha BWs |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2013 | 2012 |
| Price | $1,799 | — |
| Engine | 49 cc | 49 cc |
| Horsepower | 4 hp | 3 hp |
| Torque | — | 4 Nm |
| Weight | 91 kg | — |
| Seat height | 32 mm | 30 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 1.5 L | 1.4 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Single disc. Wave disc | Single disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Wave disc | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Tires | 130/60-13 / 130/60-13 | 120/90-10 / 150/80-10 |
Kreidler Galactica 2.0 RS 50 DD vs Yamaha BWs — which should you buy?
Picking between the Kreidler Galactica 2.0 RS 50 DD and the Yamaha BWs usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Kreidler Galactica 2.0 RS 50 DD brings 4 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: