Piaggio X8 200 vs Kymco Like 200i
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Piaggio X8 200 vs Kymco Like 200i. Piaggio X8 200: 15.5 hp @ 7,500 rpm hp, 152 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 115 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.0/10. Kymco Like 200i: 11.5 hp @ 7,500 rpm hp, 121 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 105 km/h, Motoryk rating 6.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Piaggio X8 200
Kymco Like 200i
Horsepower (hp)
15.5 hp
11.5 hp
Torque (Nm)
16.5 Nm
13.2 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
115 km/h
105 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
152 kg
121 kg
Type
Scooter
Scooter
Horsepower
15.5 hp @ 7,500 rpm
11.5 hp @ 7,500 rpm
Torque
16.5 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
13.2 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
Top Speed
115 km/h
105 km/h
Weight
152 kg (wet/curb weight)
121 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
3.5 L/100km or approximately 28.5 km/L (typical real-world average)
2.2 L/100km or approximately 45 km/L (typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Piaggio X8 200
7.0/10
"A genuine Italian gem — but only if the history stacks up."
Pros
+Solid Italian build quality
+Smooth capable 200cc engine
+Comfortable upright riding position
Cons
−Neglected examples are expensive
−Parts availability can be patchy
−Thirsty variator system
Kymco Like 200i
6.5/10
"Cheap urban runabout that earns its keep, nothing more."
Pros
+Reliable fuel injection system
+Genuine retro visual appeal
+Cheap purchase price used
Cons
−Rear drum brake underwhelms
−Sparse dealer parts network
−Resale value collapses fast
Top 10 Accessories
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