Piaggio X8 200 vs Suzuki Burgman 650
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Piaggio X8 200 vs Suzuki Burgman 650. 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. Suzuki Burgman 650: 56 hp @ 7,500 rpm hp, 261 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 175 km/h, Motoryk rating 8.0/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Piaggio X8 200
Suzuki Burgman 650
Horsepower (hp)
15.5 hp
56 hp
Torque (Nm)
16.5 Nm
61 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
115 km/h
175 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
152 kg
261 kg
Type
Scooter
Scooter
Horsepower
15.5 hp @ 7,500 rpm
56 hp @ 7,500 rpm
Torque
16.5 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
61 Nm @ 5,500 rpm
Top Speed
115 km/h
175 km/h
Weight
152 kg (wet/curb weight)
261 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
3.5 L/100km or approximately 28.5 km/L (typical real-world average)
5.5 L/100km (approx. 18 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
Suzuki Burgman 650
8.0/10
"The maxi-scooter that serious riders actually respect."
Pros
+Effortless automatic transmission
+Massive underfloor storage
+Strong real-world fuel economy
Cons
−Heavy, punishing to drop
−CVT belt replacement costly
−Aging windscreen mechanisms fail
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