Polaris Sportsman 500 HO vs Kymco MXU 500 RL (2011)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Polaris Sportsman 500 HOstacks up against the Kymco MXU 500 RL. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Polaris Sportsman 500 HO | Kymco MXU 500 RL |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2011 | 2011 |
| Price | $5,999 | — |
| Engine | 498 cc | 498 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 24 hp |
| Weight | 316 kg | 300 kg |
| Seat height | 34 mm | 33 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 4.1 L | — |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Single disc | Single disc |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) | Single disc |
| Tires | 25/8-12 / 25/11-12 | 25/8-12 / 25/10-12 |
Polaris Sportsman 500 HO vs Kymco MXU 500 RL — which should you buy?
Picking between the Polaris Sportsman 500 HO and the Kymco MXU 500 RL usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Polaris Sportsman 500 HO brings its published horsepower in a 316 kg package, while the Kymco MXU 500 RL counters with 24 hp at 300 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: