Yamaha TMAX WGP 50th Anniversary Edition vs Kymco Xciting R AFI 500 (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 R AFI 500. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Yamaha TMAX WGP 50th Anniversary Edition | Kymco Xciting R AFI 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2012 | 2008 |
| Price | — | — |
| Engine | 499 cc | 499 cc |
| Horsepower | 38 hp | 35 hp |
| Torque | 44 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Weight | — | 215 kg |
| Seat height | 32 mm | 31 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. | Single disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Hydraulic. Optional ABS. | Single disc |
| Tires | 120/70-15 / 160/60-15 | 120/70-15 / 150/70-14 |
Yamaha TMAX WGP 50th Anniversary Edition vs Kymco Xciting R AFI 500 — which should you buy?
Picking between the Yamaha TMAX WGP 50th Anniversary Edition and the Kymco Xciting R AFI 500 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 R AFI 500 counters with 35 hp at 215 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: