Positioned in Kymco's atv motorcycle lineup, the 2012 Kymco MXU 150 relies on a 151 cc (9.2 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 11 HP (8 kW), transferring power to the rear wheel through a automatic gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 72.8 HP per liter, the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.
On the scales, the MXU 150 measures 174 kg (384 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.06 HP/kg (15.82 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 749 mm (29.5 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,115 mm (43.9 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 8.1-liter (2.1 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 64 km/h (40 mph).
Within MotoLibrary's Kymco archive, this model family spans 4 indexed model years from 2011 to 2024, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
72.8 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.06 HP/kg (15.82 kg/HP)
Standover Height
749 mm (29.5 in)
Engine
Displacement151.0 ccm (9.21 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Power11.0 HP (8.0 kW))
Fuel SystemCarburettor
Fuel ControlSingle Overhead Cams (SOHC)
IgnitionCDI
CoolingAir
Transmission
GearboxAutomatic
Final DriveChain (final drive)
DrivelineAutomatic CVT w/forward, neutral and reverse
Performance
Top Speed64.4 km/h (40.0 mph)
Chassis
Front SuspensionSingle A-arm
Rear SuspensionSwing arm
Wheelbase1115 mm (43.9 inches)
Ground Clearance152 mm (6.0 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre21/7-10
Rear Tyre22/10-10
Front BrakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight174.0 kg (383.6 pounds)
Power/Weight0.0632 HP/kg
Seat Height749 mm (29.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Length1778 mm (70.0 inches)
Overall Width950 mm (37.4 inches)
Fuel Capacity8.10 litres (2.14 US gallons)
Other
StarterElectric & kick
Color OptionsGreen, Blue or Red
Carrying CapacityFront and Rear Carriers. Tow Hitch Capacity 150kg.
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
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