Kymco Racing 250 vs Kymco Grandvista 250
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Kymco Racing 250 vs Kymco Grandvista 250. Kymco Racing 250: approximately 18 hp @ 7,500 rpm (estimated) hp, approximately 155 kg (wet/curb weight, estimated) weight, top speed approximately 130 km/h (estimated), Motoryk rating 6.8/10. Kymco Grandvista 250: 18 hp @ 7,500 rpm (estimated) hp, 195 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 125 km/h (estimated), Motoryk rating 6.0/10.
Performance at a Glance
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Kymco Racing 250
Kymco Grandvista 250
Horsepower (hp)
18 hp
18 hp
Torque (Nm)
20 Nm
20 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
130 km/h
125 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
155 kg
195 kg
Type
Scooter
Scooter
Horsepower
approximately 18 hp @ 7,500 rpm (estimated)
18 hp @ 7,500 rpm (estimated)
Torque
approximately 20 Nm @ 6,000 rpm (estimated)
20 Nm @ 6,000 rpm (estimated)
Top Speed
approximately 130 km/h (estimated)
125 km/h (estimated)
Weight
approximately 155 kg (wet/curb weight, estimated)
195 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
3.5 L/100km or approximately 28.5 km/L (estimated real-world average)
3.5 L/100km or approximately 28.5 km/L (estimated real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Kymco Racing 250
6.8/10
"Underrated budget 250 that rewards sensible buyers willing to look past the badge."
Pros
+Surprisingly confidence-inspiring handling
+Strong value against rivals
+Smooth low-rev torque
Cons
−Parts availability can be patchy
−Negligible resale value
−Forks underdamped at the limit
Kymco Grandvista 250
6.0/10
"A capable budget commuter that demands realistic expectations and patient ownership."
Pros
+Generous under-seat storage
+Surprisingly effective wind protection
+Cheap to insure
Cons
−Scarce parts availability
−Vague high-speed handling
−Thin dealer support network
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