Malaguti RST 50 vs Zündapp 517 KS 50 (1990)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Malaguti RST 50stacks up against the Zündapp 517 KS 50. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecMalaguti RST 50Zündapp 517 KS 50
Model year19901969
Price
Engine50 cc50 cc
Weight86 kg
Fuel capacity3.4 L3.6 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission4-speed
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires120/80-16

Malaguti RST 50 vs Zündapp 517 KS 50 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Malaguti RST 50 and the Zündapp 517 KS 50 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Malaguti RST 50 brings its published horsepower, while the Zündapp 517 KS 50 counters with its own power figure at 86 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: