Honda FourTrax Foreman Rubicon vs Kymco MXU 500i (2016)

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

Spec comparison

SpecHonda FourTrax Foreman RubiconKymco MXU 500i
Model year20162013
Price$7,999$7,499
Engine499 cc499 cc
Horsepower67 hp36 hp
Seat height34 mm35 mm
Fuel capacity4.0 L4.5 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomatic
Front brakesSingle disc. 0Double disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc
Tires25/8-12 / 25/8-12 25/8-12 / 25/10-12

Honda FourTrax Foreman Rubicon vs Kymco MXU 500i — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda FourTrax Foreman Rubicon and the Kymco MXU 500i usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda FourTrax Foreman Rubicon brings 67 hp, while the Kymco MXU 500i counters with 36 hp. On price, the Kymco MXU 500i has the lower MSRP.

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: