Piaggio Vespa Gts 300 vs Kymco Ak 550 Premium
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Piaggio Vespa Gts 300
Kymco Ak 550 Premium
Horsepower (hp)
24 hp
53 hp
Torque (Nm)
26 Nm
52.5 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
123 km/h
155 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
170 kg
228 kg
Type
Scooter
Scooter
Horsepower
24 hp @ 8,250 rpm
53 hp @ 7,500 rpm
Torque
26 Nm @ 5,000 rpm
52.5 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
Top Speed
123 km/h
155 km/h
Weight
170 kg (wet/curb weight)
228 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
3.2 L/100km (approx. 31 km/L typical real-world average)
4.5 L/100km or approximately 22 km/L (typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Piaggio Vespa Gts 300
8.0/10
"The scooter that makes proper motorcyclists quietly jealous."
Pros
+HPE engine genuinely rapid
+Premium build quality lasts
+Excellent urban practicality
Cons
−Electrical issues plague older examples
−CVT maintenance often neglected
−Parts pricing eye-watering
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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