Kymco’s local ATV armoury has been beefed up with the release of an extensively updated MXU 700i LE EPS, in addition to an all-new gap-filling middleweight – the MXU 550i EPS.
Both single-cylinder liquid-cooled machines meet the stage one requirements for the Australian Consumer Goods (Quad Bike) Safety Standard, and retail for $11,490 (MXU 550i) and $13,990 (MXU 700i LE) respectively.
The four-valve 550 adds a versatile element to the Kymco line-up. Compared to the carburetor-fed MXU 400, the next model down in the Kymco line-up, the 550 offers a more modern and high-end look, and with 25kW (34hp) and 39Nm the quantum leap in performance is compelling.
That not only makes it easier to tow, for example, but also a better proposition over unpredictable terrain. And all at a competitive price point!
Meanwhile, the updated MXU 700i LE EPS has a linked braking system, anti-theft steering lock, more ground clearance, increased towing capacity, extra fuel capacity (and relocated fuel cell for better weight distribution) and more suspension travel. There’s also a USB charging port. Power figures are 33kW (44hp) and 55Nm.
Apart from the obvious – engine displacement – the main differences between the 550 and 700 are:
- Alloy wheels on the 700 and steel on the 550;
- 14-inch wheels on the 700 and 12-inch on the 550;
- 26-inch tyres on the 700 and 25-inch on the 550; and
- The 700 has a winch.
However, thanks to a special request from Kymco Australia, the 550 is on parity with the 700 by having a front protector bar as standard fitment, while both models come with indicators – great news for buyers requiring primary producer registration.
MXU 550i EPS key features:
- Fuel-injected 501cc DOHC four-stroke, four-valve, single-cylinder liquid-cooled engine;
- Sealed air intake filter system to keep the air filter clean and dry;
- CVT automatic transmission with low, high, neutral and reverse gears with park function and engine braking;
- Durable four-wheel independent suspension for sure-footed handling in rough terrain’
- On-demand 2WD/4WD with differential lock and shaft drive;
- Linked hydraulic disc brakes with park locking feature;
- Five-position preload adjustable shocks;
- Dual high/low beam headlights with LED markers and dual rear brake lights;
- Front and rear steel tube cargo racks;
- Two-inch receiver for mounting a standard trailer hitch;
- 427kg towing capacity;
- Backlit LCD instrumentation;
- Front protector bar; and
- Under seat storage.
MXU 700i LE EPS key features:
- Under seat storage.
- Fuel-injected 659cc DOHC four-stroke, four-valve, single-cylinder liquid-cooled engine;
- Sealed air intake filter system to keep the air filter clean and dry;
- CVT automatic transmission with low, high, neutral and reverse gears with park function and engine braking;
- Durable four-wheel independent suspension for sure-footed handling in rough terrain’
- On-demand 2WD/4WD with differential lock and shaft drive;
- Linked hydraulic disc brakes with park locking feature;
- Five-position preload adjustable shocks;
- Dual high/low beam headlights with LED markers and dual rear brake lights;
- Front and rear steel tube cargo racks;
- Two-inch receiver for mounting a standard trailer hitch;
- USB charging port;
- 467kg towing capacity;
- 2500lb (1134kg) winch;
- Backlit LCD instrumentation;
- Relocated fuel cell for improved weight distribution and stability;
- Front protector bar