Kymco Xciting R AFI 500 vs Yamaha Black Max ABS (2008)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Kymco Xciting R AFI 500stacks up against the Yamaha Black Max ABS. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Kymco Xciting R AFI 500 | Yamaha Black Max ABS |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2008 | 2007 |
| Price | — | — |
| Engine | 499 cc | 499 cc |
| Horsepower | 35 hp | 43 hp |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Weight | 215 kg | 213 kg |
| Seat height | 31 mm | 31 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 3.4 L | 3.7 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Single disc | Double disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Single disc |
| Tires | 120/70-15 / 150/70-14 | 120/70-M14 / 160/60-M15 |
Kymco Xciting R AFI 500 vs Yamaha Black Max ABS — which should you buy?
Picking between the Kymco Xciting R AFI 500 and the Yamaha Black Max ABS usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Kymco Xciting R AFI 500 brings 35 hp in a 215 kg package, while the Yamaha Black Max ABS counters with 43 hp at 213 kg.
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: