Yamaha T-max 560 vs Kymco Ak 550 Premium
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Yamaha T-max 560 vs Kymco Ak 550 Premium. Yamaha T-max 560: 47 hp @ 7,500 rpm hp, 220 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 175 km/h, Motoryk rating 8.5/10. 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
Yamaha T-max 560
Kymco Ak 550 Premium
Horsepower (hp)
47 hp
53 hp
Torque (Nm)
55.7 Nm
52.5 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
175 km/h
155 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
220 kg
228 kg
Type
Scooter
Scooter
Horsepower
47 hp @ 7,500 rpm
53 hp @ 7,500 rpm
Torque
55.7 Nm @ 5,250 rpm
52.5 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
Top Speed
175 km/h
155 km/h
Weight
220 kg (wet/curb weight)
228 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
4.5 L/100km (approximately 22 km/L typical real-world average)
4.5 L/100km or approximately 22 km/L (typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Yamaha T-max 560
8.5/10
"The best maxi-scooter available, but budget accordingly for running costs."
Pros
+Surprisingly capable in corners
+Excellent real-world fuel economy
+Premium build quality throughout
Cons
−Expensive to buy used
−Heavy at low speeds
−Belt replacement costs bite
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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