Yamaha TMAX WGP 50th Anniversary Edition vs Kymco Xciting 500RI (2012)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha TMAX WGP 50th Anniversary Editionstacks up against the Kymco Xciting 500RI. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Yamaha TMAX WGP 50th Anniversary Edition | Kymco Xciting 500RI |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2012 | 2012 |
| Price | — | — |
| Engine | 499 cc | 499 cc |
| Horsepower | 38 hp | — |
| Torque | 44 Nm | — |
| Weight | — | 212 kg |
| Seat height | 32 mm | 30 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 4.0 L | 3.4 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Double disc. 4-piston. Hydraulic. Optional ABS. | Double disc. ABS |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Hydraulic. Optional ABS. | Single disc. ABS |
| Tires | 120/70-15 / 160/60-15 | 120/70-15 / 150/70-14 |
Yamaha TMAX WGP 50th Anniversary Edition vs Kymco Xciting 500RI — which should you buy?
Picking between the Yamaha TMAX WGP 50th Anniversary Edition and the Kymco Xciting 500RI usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha TMAX WGP 50th Anniversary Edition brings 38 hp, while the Kymco Xciting 500RI counters with its own power figure at 212 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: