| Attribute | DKW RT 250 2 1955 × | Velocette Valiant 1960 × |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Production from (year) | 1955 | 1960 |
| Make | DKW | Velocette |
| Model | DKW RT 250 2 | Velocette Valiant |
| Category | Sport | Allround |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Engine type | Single cylinder, two-stroke | Two cylinder boxer, four-stroke |
| Fuel system | Carburettor. Bing | Carburettor |
| Displacement (cm³) | 244 | 192 |
| Power (kw) | 10.3 | 8.8 |
| Cooling system | Air | Air |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain | Shaft drive (cardan) |
| Bore (mm) | 70 | 50 |
| Stroke (mm) | 64 | 49 |
| Fuel control | - | Overhead Valves (OHV) |
| Compression | - | 8.0:1 |
| Chassis | ||
| Front suspension | Telescopic | Hydralic telescopic forks |
| Rear suspension | None | Twin shock |
| Front brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Diameter (mm) | 160 | 130 |
| Front tyre | 3.25-19 | - |
| Rear tyre | 3.25-19 | - |
| Seat | - | Dual seat |
| Wheels | - | Spoked |
| Dimensions | ||
| Dry weight (kg) | 143 | 116 |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.072 | 0.0759 |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed (km/h) | 108 | 110 |
| Fuel capacity (l) | - | 12 |