| Attribute | Ardie BD 175 1953 × | DKW RT 175 1955 × |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Production from (year) | 1953 | 1955 |
| Make | Ardie | DKW |
| Model | Ardie BD 175 | DKW RT 175 |
| Category | Sport | Sport |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Engine type | Single cylinder, two-stroke | Single cylinder, two-stroke |
| Fuel system | Carburettor | Carburettor. Bing |
| Displacement (cm³) | 172 | 174 |
| Power (kw) | 6.6 | - |
| Cooling system | Air | Air |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain | Chain |
| Bore (mm) | 60 | 62 |
| Stroke (mm) | 61 | 58 |
| Ignition | Magneto | - |
| Chassis | ||
| Front suspension | - | Telescopic |
| Rear suspension | - | None |
| Front brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Front tyre | 2.50-19 | 3-19 |
| Rear tyre | 2.50-19 | 3-19 |
| Seat | Dual | Single |
| Wheels | Spoked | Spoked |
| Dimensions | ||
| Dry weight (kg) | 108 | 117 |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.0611 | - |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed (km/h) | 95 | 94 |