Kymco MXU 500i vs Honda TRX500FA (2013)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Kymco MXU 500istacks up against the Honda TRX500FA. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecKymco MXU 500iHonda TRX500FA
Model year20132011
Price$7,499
Engine499 cc499 cc
Horsepower36 hp
Seat height35 mm34 mm
Fuel capacity4.5 L4.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomatic
Front brakesDouble discSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires25/8-12 / 25/10-12 25/8-12 / 25/10-12

Kymco MXU 500i vs Honda TRX500FA — which should you buy?

Picking between the Kymco MXU 500i and the Honda TRX500FA usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Kymco MXU 500i brings 36 hp, while the Honda TRX500FA 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: