Kymco MXU500i DX vs Honda TRX500FA (2012)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Kymco MXU500i DXstacks up against the Honda TRX500FA. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Kymco MXU500i DX | Honda TRX500FA |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2012 | 2011 |
| Price | — | — |
| Engine | 499 cc | 499 cc |
| Horsepower | 48 hp | — |
| Torque | 40 Nm | — |
| Weight | 305 kg | — |
| Seat height | 35 mm | 34 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 4.5 L | 4.0 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | — | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Double 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 MXU500i DX vs Honda TRX500FA — which should you buy?
Picking between the Kymco MXU500i DX and the Honda TRX500FA usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Kymco MXU500i DX brings 48 hp in a 305 kg package, while the Honda TRX500FA 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: