| Attribute | DKW RT 250 VS 1957 × | DKW RT 250 VS 1956 × |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Production from (year) | 1957 | 1956 |
| Make | DKW | DKW |
| Model | DKW RT 250 VS | DKW RT 250 VS |
| Category | Sport | Sport |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Engine type | Single cylinder, two-stroke | Single cylinder, two-stroke |
| Fuel system | Carburettor. Bing | Carburettor. Bing |
| Displacement (cm³) | 244 | 244 |
| Cooling system | Air | Air |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain | Chain |
| Bore (mm) | 70 | 70 |
| Stroke (mm) | 74 | 74 |
| Gearbox | 4-speed | 4-speed |
| Chassis | ||
| Front suspension | Telescopic | Telescopic |
| 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 | 3.25-18 | 3.25-18 |
| Rear tyre | 3.25-18 | 3.25-18 |
| Seat | - | Dual |
| Wheels | - | Spoked |
| Dimensions | ||
| Dry weight (kg) | 155 | 155 |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed (km/h) | 119 | 119 |