Kymco MXU 500 RL vs Honda TRX500FPA (2016)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Kymco MXU 500 RLstacks up against the Honda TRX500FPA. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecKymco MXU 500 RLHonda TRX500FPA
Model year20112016
Price
Engine498 cc499 cc
Horsepower24 hp
Weight300 kg
Seat height33 mm34 mm
Fuel capacity4.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires25/8-12 / 25/10-12 25/8-12 / 25/10-12

Kymco MXU 500 RL vs Honda TRX500FPA — which should you buy?

Picking between the Kymco MXU 500 RL and the Honda TRX500FPA usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Kymco MXU 500 RL brings 24 hp in a 300 kg package, while the Honda TRX500FPA 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: