Cectek Quadrift T5 vs Kymco MXU 500 IRS (2017)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Cectek Quadrift T5stacks up against the Kymco MXU 500 IRS. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecCectek Quadrift T5Kymco MXU 500 IRS
Model year20152017
Price
Engine497 cc498 cc
Horsepower40 hp20 hp
Torque44 Nm
Weight324 kg
Seat height31 mm33 mm
Fuel capacity5.0 L5.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesDouble discDouble disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires195/45-R15 / 215/40-R16 25/8-12 / 25/10-12

Cectek Quadrift T5 vs Kymco MXU 500 IRS — which should you buy?

Picking between the Cectek Quadrift T5 and the Kymco MXU 500 IRS usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Cectek Quadrift T5 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: