Honda XR 500 vs Kymco MXU 450i LE (2015)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda XR 500stacks up against the Kymco MXU 450i LE. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Honda XR 500 | Kymco MXU 450i LE |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2015 | 2013 |
| Price | — | $6,099 |
| Engine | 443 cc | 443 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 33 hp |
| Torque | — | 34 Nm |
| Weight | 319 kg | 276 kg |
| Seat height | — | 32 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 6.0 L | 4.7 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Single disc. Hydraulic. | Single disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Hydraulic. | Single disc |
| Tires | 25/8-12 / 25/10-12 | 24/8-12 / 24/10-12 |
Honda XR 500 vs Kymco MXU 450i LE — which should you buy?
Picking between the Honda XR 500 and the Kymco MXU 450i LE usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda XR 500 brings its published horsepower in a 319 kg package, while the Kymco MXU 450i LE counters with 33 hp at 276 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: