Yamaha Tmax 530 vs Kymco Xciting 500
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Yamaha Tmax 530
Kymco Xciting 500
Horsepower (hp)
46 hp
35 hp
Torque (Nm)
53 Nm
41 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
175 km/h
155 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
213 kg
218 kg
Type
Scooter
Scooter
Horsepower
46 hp @ 6,750 rpm
35 hp @ 7,500 rpm
Torque
53 Nm @ 5,250 rpm
41 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
Top Speed
175 km/h
155 km/h
Weight
213 kg (curb weight)
218 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
5.5 L/100km (approx. 18 km/L, real-world average)
4.5 L/100km (approximately 22 km/L typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Yamaha Tmax 530
8.5/10
"The premium maxi-scooter benchmark that still embarrasses newer rivals."
Pros
+Bulletproof engine, rarely causes trouble
+Flickable handling for the weight
+Strong resale value holds
Cons
−CVT belt replacement is expensive
−Cramped for taller riders
−Underseat storage disappoints
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