Vespa LX 50 4V vs Kreidler Galactica 2.0 50 DD (2013)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Vespa LX 50 4Vstacks up against the Kreidler Galactica 2.0 50 DD. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecVespa LX 50 4VKreidler Galactica 2.0 50 DD
Model year20132013
Price$3,399$1,799
Engine49 cc49 cc
Horsepower4 hp4 hp
Torque4 Nm
Weight102 kg91 kg
Seat height31 mm32 mm
Fuel capacity2.3 L1.5 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc. Wave disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc. Wave disc
Tires110/70-11 / 120/70-10 130/60-13 / 130/60-13

Vespa LX 50 4V vs Kreidler Galactica 2.0 50 DD — which should you buy?

Picking between the Vespa LX 50 4V and the Kreidler Galactica 2.0 50 DD usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Vespa LX 50 4V brings 4 hp in a 102 kg package, while the Kreidler Galactica 2.0 50 DD counters with 4 hp at 91 kg. On price, the Kreidler Galactica 2.0 50 DD has the lower MSRP.

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: