Kymco MXU 400 vs Yamaha Big Bear 400 4x4 IRS (2012)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Kymco MXU 400stacks up against the Yamaha Big Bear 400 4x4 IRS. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecKymco MXU 400Yamaha Big Bear 400 4x4 IRS
Model year20102012
Price$6,599
Engine367 cc386 cc
Weight306 kg
Seat height33 mm35 mm
Fuel capacity4.5 L4.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomatic5-speed
Front brakesSingle discDouble disc. Hydraulic
Rear brakesSingle discSealed multidisc
Tires25/8-12 / 25/10-12 25/8-12 / 25/10-12

Kymco MXU 400 vs Yamaha Big Bear 400 4x4 IRS — which should you buy?

Picking between the Kymco MXU 400 and the Yamaha Big Bear 400 4x4 IRS usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Kymco MXU 400 brings its published horsepower in a 306 kg package, while the Yamaha Big Bear 400 4x4 IRS counters with its own power figure.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: