Piaggio X9 Evolution 500 ABS vs Sym Maxsym TL (2020)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Piaggio X9 Evolution 500 ABSstacks up against the Sym Maxsym TL. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecPiaggio X9 Evolution 500 ABSSym Maxsym TL
Model year20062020
Price
Engine460 cc465 cc
Horsepower39 hp40 hp
Torque43 Nm43 Nm
Weight206 kg
Seat height31 mm31 mm
Fuel capacity4.0 L3.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomatic
Front brakesSingle disc. ABSDouble disc. Optional ABS
Rear brakesSingle disc. ABSSingle disc. Optional ABS
Tires120/70-15 / 160/60-14

Piaggio X9 Evolution 500 ABS vs Sym Maxsym TL — which should you buy?

Picking between the Piaggio X9 Evolution 500 ABS and the Sym Maxsym TL usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Piaggio X9 Evolution 500 ABS brings 39 hp in a 206 kg package, while the Sym Maxsym TL counters with 40 hp.

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: