Yamaha Xmax 400 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 Xmax 400
Kymco Xciting 500
Horsepower (hp)
32 hp
35 hp
Torque (Nm)
38 Nm
41 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
155 km/h
155 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
213 kg
218 kg
Type
Scooter
Scooter
Horsepower
32 hp @ 7,000 rpm
35 hp @ 7,500 rpm
Torque
38 Nm @ 5,500 rpm
41 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
Top Speed
155 km/h
155 km/h
Weight
213 kg (wet/curb weight)
218 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
4.2 L/100km (approx. 23.8 km/L typical real-world average)
4.5 L/100km (approximately 22 km/L typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Yamaha Xmax 400
7.5/10
"A sensible, hardworking scooter that rewards practical riders over thrill-seekers."
Pros
+Bulletproof single-cylinder engine
+Massive practical storage capacity
+Comfortable for longer hauls
Cons
−Rear suspension linkage neglected
−Rear tyre wears quickly
−Coolant changes often skipped
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