Rieju NKD 50 vs Buell Lightning XB9SX (2010)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Rieju NKD 50stacks up against the Buell Lightning XB9SX. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecRieju NKD 50Buell Lightning XB9SX
Model year20102006
Price$8,895
Engine50 cc60 cc
Horsepower92 hp
Torque95 Nm
Weight110 kg177 kg
Seat height32 mm
Fuel capacity2.8 L3.8 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires100/80-17 120/70-R17 / 180/55-R17

Rieju NKD 50 vs Buell Lightning XB9SX — which should you buy?

Picking between the Rieju NKD 50 and the Buell Lightning XB9SX usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Rieju NKD 50 brings its published horsepower in a 110 kg package, while the Buell Lightning XB9SX counters with 92 hp at 177 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: