| Attribute | Maico MD 250 1971 × | Ducati Elite 1963 × |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Production from (year) | 1971 | 1963 |
| Make | Maico | Ducati |
| Model | Maico MD 250 | Ducati Elite |
| Category | Sport | Sport |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Engine type | Single cylinder, two-stroke | Single cylinder, four-stroke |
| Fuel system | - | Carburettor. Dellorto UB 24 |
| Displacement (cm³) | 245 | 204 |
| Power (kw) | 20.4 | 13.1 |
| Cooling system | Air | Air |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain | Chain |
| Bore (mm) | 76 | 67 |
| Stroke (mm) | 54 | 57 |
| Gearbox | 4-speed | - |
| Fuel control | Rotary valves | Overhead Cams (OHC) |
| Ignition | - | Mageneto flywhel |
| Clutch | - | Wet multiplate |
| Lubrication system | - | Forced wet sump |
| Compression | 11.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Chassis | ||
| Front suspension | - | Telescopic fork |
| Rear suspension | - | Swinging arm suspension |
| Front brakes | - | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Frame type | - | Single open cradle in steel tubing |
| Front tyre | 2.75-18 | 2.75-18 |
| Rear tyre | 3.25-18 | 3.25-18 |
| Seat | - | Dual seatt |
| Dimensions | ||
| Dry weight (kg) | 102 | 118 |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.199 | 0.111 |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed (km/h) | 159 | 140 |
| Fuel capacity (l) | 12.5 | - |