| Attribute | DKW RT 175 VS 1958 × | Harley-Davidson Bobcat 1962 × |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Production from (year) | 1958 | 1962 |
| Make | DKW | Harley-Davidson |
| Model | DKW RT 175 VS | Harley-Davidson Bobcat |
| Category | Sport | Sport |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Engine type | Single cylinder, two-stroke | Single cylinder, two-stroke |
| Fuel system | Carburettor. Bing | Carburettor |
| Displacement (cm³) | 174 | 175 |
| Power (kw) | 7 | - |
| Cooling system | Air | - |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain | Chain |
| Bore (mm) | 62 | 60.3 |
| Stroke (mm) | 58 | 61.1 |
| Gearbox | 4-speed | - |
| Compression | 1.3:1 | - |
| Chassis | ||
| Front suspension | Telescopic | Hydraulic |
| Rear suspension | Swingarm | Swingarm |
| Front brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Front tyre | 3-18 | - |
| Rear tyre | 3-18 | - |
| Seat | Dual | Single spring-mounted |
| Wheels | Spoked | Spoked |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed (km/h) | 101 | 96 |