Macbor XC512 R 6V vs Factory Bike MiniDesert RC14 (2009)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Macbor XC512 R 6Vstacks up against the Factory Bike MiniDesert RC14. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecMacbor XC512 R 6VFactory Bike MiniDesert RC14
Model year20092008
Price
Engine50 cc50 cc
Horsepower3 hp
Weight36 kg
Seat height29 mm28 mm
Fuel capacity0.9 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speedAutomatic
Front brakesSingle discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesSingle discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires2.50-15 / 3.00-12

Macbor XC512 R 6V vs Factory Bike MiniDesert RC14 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Macbor XC512 R 6V and the Factory Bike MiniDesert RC14 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Macbor XC512 R 6V brings its published horsepower, while the Factory Bike MiniDesert RC14 counters with 3 hp at 36 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: