At the heart of the 2004 Kymco Xciting 500 scooter motorcycle, Kymco relies on a 498.5 cc (30.4 cu in) liquid-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 42.4 HP (30.9 kW) at 7,500 rpm while maximum torque reaches 44.1 Nm (32.5 lb-ft) at 5,500 rpm. With a specific output of 85.1 HP per liter and a 2,000 rpm working window between peak torque (5,500 rpm) and peak power (7,500 rpm), the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.
On the scales, the Xciting 500 measures 200 kg (441 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.21 HP/kg (4.72 kg per horsepower).
Specific Output
85.1 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.21 HP/kg (4.72 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
5,500–7,500 rpm
Engine
Displacement498.5 ccm (30.42 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Power42.4 HP (30.9 kW)) @ 7500 RPM
Torque44.1 Nm (4.5 kgf-m or 32.5 ft.lbs) @ 5500 RPM
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Power
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Torque
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Weight
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Brakes
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