2021 Kymco AK550 Standard Engine Specs

The KYMCO DT X360 adventure scooter series finally gets a bigger, tollway-legal sibling as KYMCO unveils the CV-L6 at EICMA 2023. KYMCO announces that it will be available in the global market by 2024, and we are quite excited to see it plying Philippine roads…or trails. The KYMCO CV-L6 shares the platform of the widely popular AK 550, making it a potential big hit in the local market. The CV-L6 is powered by a 550.4cc, liquid-cooled, parallel-twin 8V engine, which produces 39.5 kW and 55 Nm. Wi

Several days before the 15th Inside Racing Bikefest, KYMCO Philippines posted a teaser on their social media page about the three new models that they were scheduled to launch at the said event. Two unveiled, one to go Yet, at their official launch event, KYMCO only unveiled two: the AK 550 Premium and the KRV Moto 180. So I asked our good friend Tito Cadugo, General Manager for Sales and Marketing of KYMCO Philippines, what happened to the third model that was supposed to be launched. He shared

KYMCO Philippines finally launched the much-anticipated AK 550 Premium on the first day of the 15th Inside Racing Bikefest, which is currently being held at the World Trade Center in Pasay City. Priced at ₱649,000, the new AK 550 Premium takes the “Thrills of Touring” concept to the next level with its unique suspension structure, the innovative multi-layered floating panel design, the upgraded Daytime Running Light, and the latest electronic control technology. It offers class-leading performan

KYMCO Philippines recently posted a teaser on its FB page about unveiling three new models on March 24, 2023. While it has yet to reveal which models to expect officially, these will likely be the updated versions of current models in the market. KRV Moto 180 The KYMCO KRV 180 has been making waves since its launch in 2021. Unlike most performance scooters, the KRV 180 has a flat floorboard, making it more versatile and practical. It also features an exposed drive belt to add to its sporty chara

We heard through the grapevine that KYMCO Philippines is finally bringing in the AK 550 Premium. Well, our friends from KYMCO indeed confirmed this, but as to the launch date, it is anyone’s guess. If I have to make a fearless prediction, I’d say it will probably make its local debut during one of those big motorcycle exhibits that will be happening on March and April 2023. What’s new? The new AK 550 Premium features an innovative multi-positional electric windshield, an upgraded daytime running

You have no plans for your Friday night yet? Why don’t you visit KYMCO’s product exhibit at the HAMAKA Festival happening now at the open grounds of SM Taytay. Check out their latest offerings in the maxi scooter segment and take advantage of the special dealer discounts that they are offering at the event, in partnership with MotorcycleCity. The KYMCO display area will be open until 10 PM tonight. Feast your eyes on the AK550 and Xciting S 400i, both tollway legal maxi-scooters that are packed

After more than two years of hiatus (of sorts), the Philippine motorcycle industry ended the past year with a resounding bang. Manufacturers held product launches and staged events like there’s no tomorrow to compensate for lost time, especially in the latter half of 2022. Having witnessed all these activities, we were able to have a glimpse of what’s to come in 2023. Here are some of what we can expect this year in the local motorcycle scene. More touring activities Motorcycle manufacturers wil

inDrive, a global mobility and urban services platform, proudly introduces its revolutionary tricycle ride-hailing service aimed at transforming tricycle mobility in Bacolod through its distinctive fare negotiation feature. Recognizing the untapped potential in the tricycle services market, inDrive has taken the initiative to bridge the mobility gap in Bacolod by creating a platform that connects drivers with passengers, streamlining the booking process for both parties. Tricycle drivers can now

Just recently, Honda presented its SC e: electric scooter concept at the Japan Mobility Show in Tokyo. It now makes its European debut at Esposizione Internazionale Ciclo Motociclo e Accessori (EICMA) happening in Milan, Italy. This time, Honda announces that the SC e: is heading for production and will be commercially available in two years’ time. It will be one of the electric motorcycle models that Honda plans to launch by 2025. This is in line with Honda’s commitment to achieve carbon neutra

In a display of solidarity, 2,000 rider-partners from app-based moto taxi service provider MOVE IT gathered at the Liwasang Bonifacio in Manila, with leaders stepping forward to voice their collective concerns regarding the call to halt the operations of MOVE IT. This is after the House Committee on Metro Manila Development recently proposed the exclusion of MOVE IT from the pilot study on MC taxi services, citing concerns regarding its connections with Grab Philippines. Grab is a leading Transp

Honda Philippines, Inc. (HPI) recently held the Honda Riders Convention 2023 at The Tent in Las Pinas City. With the theme “Five Decades of Joyful Journey Together,” the event saw the gathering of more than 2,000 Honda Riders converging from different parts of Luzon. The occasion was also an opportunity for HPI to thank its loyal customers for their five decades of support. Riders in attendance were welcomed with various outdoor and indoor activities, which included a 3-on-3 basketball game that

Vespa Philippines recently held the Vespa Festa 2023 at the SM Mall of Asia Concert Grounds. The event saw the of gathering over 1,000 Vespa riders in the Greater Manila Area—from Malolos, Bulacan to Lipa, Batangas—for an evening of fun, games, raffle draws, and live entertainment by the Side A band. Those in attendance also witnessed the official local launch of the new Vespa GTV. With an ergonomic and unique design for the most powerful riding experience, the Vespa GTV is powered by a 278cc, l

Among Honda’s exhibits at the recently held Japan Mobility Show (JMS) 2023 in Tokyo was the Honda SC e: electric scooter concept. Like the EM1 e:, which is currently available in European markets, the SC e: features removable/swappable battery packs to power its electric motor. The SC e:, however, can accommodate two batteries, which could extend its range up to 100 kilometers per full charge. Honda might still make some changes to other functions of the SC e: since it is still in its concept st

After its initial introduction on September 2023, the Honda Motocompacto finally made its debut at the 2023 Japan Mobility Show in Tokyo. Undeniably, it is the electric-powered reincarnation of Honda’s 50cc, two-stroke foldable mini scooter, the Motocompo. This was sold as an accessory option for Honda automobiles (City and Today) back in the early '80s. While both were designed to fit in most trunk spaces, the Motocompo was marketed as a spare vehicle, while the Motocompacto is presented as a m

Suzuki showcases its extensive line-up of vehicles in the Japan Mobility Show at Tokyo Big Sight, Tokyo Waterfront City, Japan, from October 26 to November 5, 2023. The manufacturer highlights its diverse initiatives toward a carbon-neutral future. Among those on display are some familiar-looking concepts and test models that can be expected to be introduced in the global market in the coming years. These two-wheelers are also base models for research in developing future Suzuki motorcycle techn

We Filipinos, at least based on my observation, don’t like to walk. Hence, the propagation of those ubiquitous tricycles that ferry passengers on their last mile (or first mile) journey. Whether you are going to the bus stop or just on your way to the neighborhood market, the so-called King of TODA (Tricycle Operators and Drivers Association) will literally pick you up from your doorstep so you can travel the short distance with relative ease. However, there is another three-wheeler in the trans