Cectek Kingcobra 500 EFI vs Kymco MXU 500 IRS (2017)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Cectek Kingcobra 500 EFIstacks up against the Kymco MXU 500 IRS. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Cectek Kingcobra 500 EFI | Kymco MXU 500 IRS |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2011 | 2017 |
| Price | — | — |
| Engine | 497 cc | 498 cc |
| Horsepower | 40 hp | 20 hp |
| Torque | 44 Nm | — |
| Weight | — | 324 kg |
| Seat height | 36 mm | 33 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 5.0 L | 5.0 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | — | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Double disc. Hydraulic | Double disc |
| Rear brakes | Double disc. Hydraulic | Single disc |
| Tires | 25/8-12 / 25/10-12 | 25/8-12 / 25/10-12 |
Cectek Kingcobra 500 EFI vs Kymco MXU 500 IRS — which should you buy?
Picking between the Cectek Kingcobra 500 EFI and the Kymco MXU 500 IRS usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Cectek Kingcobra 500 EFI brings 40 hp, while the Kymco MXU 500 IRS counters with 20 hp at 324 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: