Polaris Scrambler 500 4X4 vs Kymco MXU 500 RL (2011)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Polaris Scrambler 500 4X4stacks up against the Kymco MXU 500 RL. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Polaris Scrambler 500 4X4 | Kymco MXU 500 RL |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2011 | 2011 |
| Price | $6,399 | — |
| Engine | 498 cc | 498 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 24 hp |
| Weight | 254 kg | 300 kg |
| Seat height | 35 mm | 33 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 4.0 L | — |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Single disc | Single disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Single disc |
| Tires | 23/8-12 / 22/11-10 | 25/8-12 / 25/10-12 |
Polaris Scrambler 500 4X4 vs Kymco MXU 500 RL — which should you buy?
Picking between the Polaris Scrambler 500 4X4 and the Kymco MXU 500 RL usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Polaris Scrambler 500 4X4 brings its published horsepower in a 254 kg package, while the Kymco MXU 500 RL counters with 24 hp at 300 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: