| Attribute | DKW RT 200 VS 1956 × | Hercules R 200 1960 × |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Production from (year) | 1956 | 1960 |
| Make | DKW | Hercules |
| Model | DKW RT 200 VS | Hercules R 200 |
| Category | Sport | Scooter |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Engine type | Single cylinder, two-stroke | Single cylinder, two-stroke |
| Fuel system | Carburettor. Bing | Carburettor. Bing 24mm |
| Displacement (cm³) | 197 | 191 |
| Power (kw) | 8 | 7.4 |
| Cooling system | Air | Air |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain | Chain |
| Bore (mm) | 66 | 65 |
| Stroke (mm) | 58 | 58 |
| Gearbox | 4-speed | 4-speed |
| Chassis | ||
| Front suspension | Telescopic | - |
| Rear suspension | 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 | 3.50-10 |
| Rear tyre | 3-18 | 3.50-10 |
| Seat | Dual | Dual |
| Wheels | Spoked | - |
| Other | ||
| Starter | - | Electric |
| Dimensions | ||
| Dry weight (kg) | 131 | 144 |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.0611 | 0.0514 |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed (km/h) | 110 | 98 |