Kymco Super 8 150 vs Kymco Ak 550 Premium
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Kymco Super 8 150 vs Kymco Ak 550 Premium. Kymco Super 8 150: 10.5 hp @ 7,500 rpm (estimated) hp, 118 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 105 km/h (estimated), Motoryk rating 6.5/10. Kymco Ak 550 Premium: 53 hp @ 7,500 rpm hp, 228 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 155 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.8/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Kymco Super 8 150
Kymco Ak 550 Premium
Horsepower (hp)
10.5 hp
53 hp
Torque (Nm)
11.5 Nm
52.5 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
105 km/h
155 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
118 kg
228 kg
Type
Scooter
Scooter
Horsepower
10.5 hp @ 7,500 rpm (estimated)
53 hp @ 7,500 rpm
Torque
11.5 Nm @ 6,000 rpm (estimated)
52.5 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
Top Speed
105 km/h (estimated)
155 km/h
Weight
118 kg (wet/curb weight)
228 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
2.2 L/100km or approximately 45 km/L (estimated real-world average)
4.5 L/100km or approximately 22 km/L (typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Kymco Super 8 150
6.5/10
"Solid, unfussy urban transport if you keep expectations firmly grounded."
Pros
+Reliable Kymco build quality
+Excellent fuel economy
+Easy urban manoeuvrability
Cons
−Soft suspension over rough roads
−Drum rear brake underwhelms
−Limited specialist mechanic availability
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
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