Kymco Ak 550 Premium vs Suzuki Burgman 650
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Kymco Ak 550 Premium
Suzuki Burgman 650
Horsepower (hp)
53 hp
56 hp
Torque (Nm)
52.5 Nm
61 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
155 km/h
175 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
228 kg
261 kg
Type
Scooter
Scooter
Horsepower
53 hp @ 7,500 rpm
56 hp @ 7,500 rpm
Torque
52.5 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
61 Nm @ 5,500 rpm
Top Speed
155 km/h
175 km/h
Weight
228 kg (wet/curb weight)
261 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
4.5 L/100km or approximately 22 km/L (typical real-world average)
5.5 L/100km (approx. 18 km/L typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Kymco Ak 550 Premium
7.8/10
"Underrated maxi-scooter that rewards buyers willing to overlook brand snobbery."
Pros
+Punchy, torquey twin engine
+CarPlay integration works flawlessly
+Strong value against rivals
Cons
−Parts sourcing can frustrate
−Windscreen adjuster wears quickly
−Early thermostat issues existed
Suzuki Burgman 650
8.0/10
"The maxi-scooter that serious riders actually respect."
Pros
+Effortless automatic transmission
+Massive underfloor storage
+Strong real-world fuel economy
Cons
−Heavy, punishing to drop
−CVT belt replacement costly
−Aging windscreen mechanisms fail
Top 10 Accessories
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