Piaggio X10 500 vs Kymco Xciting 500
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Piaggio X10 500 vs Kymco Xciting 500. Piaggio X10 500: 40 hp @ 7,500 rpm hp, 218 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 155 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10. Kymco Xciting 500: 35 hp @ 7,500 rpm hp, 218 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 155 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Piaggio X10 500
Kymco Xciting 500
Horsepower (hp)
40 hp
35 hp
Torque (Nm)
47 Nm
41 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
155 km/h
155 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
218 kg
218 kg
Type
Scooter
Scooter
Horsepower
40 hp @ 7,500 rpm
35 hp @ 7,500 rpm
Torque
47 Nm @ 5,000 rpm
41 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
Top Speed
155 km/h
155 km/h
Weight
218 kg (wet/curb weight)
218 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
4.5 L/100km or approximately 22 km/L (typical real-world average)
4.5 L/100km (approximately 22 km/L typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Piaggio X10 500
7.5/10
"A premium maxi-scoot that rewards patient, mechanically-aware buyers handsomely."
Pros
+Smooth, confident parallel-twin engine
+Outstanding all-day wind protection
+Premium build quality throughout
Cons
−Dealer servicing costs hurt
−Electrical issues on high mileage
−Heavier than rivals at speed
Kymco Xciting 500
7.5/10
"Underrated maxi-scooter that rewards buyers who do homework."
Pros
+Strong parallel-twin engine
+Excellent underseat storage capacity
+Comfortable long-distance ergonomics
Cons
−CVT sensitive to neglect
−Parts sourcing still patchy
−Mediocre suspension adjustment options
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