Yamaha Tricity 300 vs Kymco Cv3
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Yamaha Tricity 300
Kymco Cv3
Horsepower (hp)
28 hp
60 hp
Torque (Nm)
29 Nm
55 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
145 km/h
180 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
271 kg
280 kg
Type
Scooter
Scooter
Horsepower
28 hp @ 7,750 rpm
~60 hp @ 7,500 rpm (estimated based on 550cc parallel-twin; official specs not fully released)
Torque
29 Nm @ 5,500 rpm
~55 Nm @ 6,000 rpm (estimated; official specs not fully released)
Top Speed
145 km/h (estimated, note: Yamaha does not officially publish top speed)
~180 km/h (estimated; official figure not confirmed for production)
Weight
271 kg (wet/curb weight)
~280 kg (estimated wet/curb weight; official figure not confirmed)
Fuel
3.7 L/100km (approx. 27 km/L, typical real-world average)
~5.0 L/100km (estimated, based on engine class; official figures not published for production model)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Yamaha Tricity 300
7.5/10
"A genuinely clever commuter that rewards patient, urban-focused riders enormously."
Pros
+Exceptional wet-weather front grip
+Smooth, tractable engine delivery
+Outstanding low-speed stability
Cons
−Front linkage maintenance costs hurt
−Storage space genuinely pathetic
−Heavier than it looks
Kymco Cv3
6.8/10
"A clever used bargain if the front suspension checks out clean."
Pros
+Leaning front end genuinely works
+Strong new-price depreciation
+Practical all-weather commuter
Cons
−Thin parts and dealer network
−Front suspension inspection critical
−Styling divides opinion sharply