Ural Lux vs NSU 201 OSL (1954)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Ural Luxstacks up against the NSU 201 OSL. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecUral LuxNSU 201 OSL
Model year19541939
Price
Engine198 cc198 cc
Horsepower11 hp9 hp
Weight135 kg120 kg
Fuel capacity3.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission4-speed
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires3-19 / 3-19 3-19 / 3-19

Ural Lux vs NSU 201 OSL — which should you buy?

Picking between the Ural Lux and the NSU 201 OSL usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Ural Lux brings 11 hp in a 135 kg package, while the NSU 201 OSL counters with 9 hp at 120 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: