MV Agusta 125 SS vs DKW RT 125 2H (1978)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the MV Agusta 125 SSstacks up against the DKW RT 125 2H. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecMV Agusta 125 SSDKW RT 125 2H
Model year19781957
Price
Engine123 cc123 cc
Horsepower14 hp6 hp
Fuel capacity3.7 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed3-speed
Front brakesSingle discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesExpanding brakeExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires2.75-18 / 3.00-18 2.50-19 / 2.50-19

MV Agusta 125 SS vs DKW RT 125 2H — which should you buy?

Picking between the MV Agusta 125 SS and the DKW RT 125 2H usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the MV Agusta 125 SS brings 14 hp, while the DKW RT 125 2H counters with 6 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: