Yamaha Xmax 250 vs Kymco Downtown 350
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Yamaha Xmax 250
Kymco Downtown 350
Horsepower (hp)
20 hp
28 hp
Torque (Nm)
23.4 Nm
29 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
135 km/h
145 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
179 kg
208 kg
Type
Scooter
Scooter
Horsepower
20 hp @ 7,500 rpm
28 hp @ 7,500 rpm (estimated)
Torque
23.4 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
29 Nm @ 6,000 rpm (estimated)
Top Speed
135 km/h
145 km/h (estimated; note: may vary slightly by market and configuration)
Weight
179 kg (wet/curb weight)
208 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
3.5 L/100km or approx. 28 km/L (typical real-world average)
3.5–4.2 L/100km (approximately 24–29 km/L typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Yamaha Xmax 250
7.5/10
"A dependable daily commuter that rewards buyers who check service history."
Pros
+Bulletproof Yamaha build quality
+Generous underseat storage capacity
+Comfortable upright riding position
Cons
−Thirsty above 75mph
−Rear tyre wears quickly
−Limited aftermarket support
Kymco Downtown 350
7.0/10
"Solid urban workhorse that knows its limits and respects yours."
Pros
+Reliable, low-maintenance engine
+Comfortable upright riding position
+Generous underseat storage
Cons
−Struggles above 70mph
−Uninspiring plastic quality
−Limited dealer network support