The Simson SR2 is like its predecessor, a moped. The engine is started by stepping the pedals. In contrast to its predecessor SR1, the SR2's engine could be started while it was standing, because it had a pedal kickstarter . With the second gear engaged and the clutch disengaged, one could also cycling.
Manufactured from 1955 to 1957, it was replaced by the SR2 (1957-1959), which in turn was replaced by the SR2E produced between 1960-1964. The SR1 could reach a top speed of 45 km/h.