Kymco MXU 500 4x4 IRS vs Honda TRX500FE (2012)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Kymco MXU 500 4x4 IRSstacks up against the Honda TRX500FE. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Kymco MXU 500 4x4 IRS | Honda TRX500FE |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2012 | 2011 |
| Price | $5,499 | — |
| Engine | 499 cc | 499 cc |
| Horsepower | 18 hp | — |
| Weight | 306 kg | — |
| Seat height | 33 mm | 34 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 4.5 L | 4.0 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Single disc | Single disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Tires | 25/8-12 / 25/10-12 | 25/8-12 / 25/10-12 |
Kymco MXU 500 4x4 IRS vs Honda TRX500FE — which should you buy?
Picking between the Kymco MXU 500 4x4 IRS and the Honda TRX500FE usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Kymco MXU 500 4x4 IRS brings 18 hp in a 306 kg package, while the Honda TRX500FE counters with its own power figure.
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: