We get down and dusty with Kymco’s MXU 250…
By PeterP
It’s been a while since we’ve ridden a quad. it’s just like riding a bicycle – once you know how, it all comes back to you…
This was the case with this little 250 Quad. It is nothing like my old Yamaha Raptor 700, but the fun factor is up there for sure. This Kymco is easy to ride and understand and of course, making some dust here and there was a blast.
I was not expecting much from this little automatic 250, I kinda expected to be a little bit bored – but I was wrong.
It’s very well balanced ATV with a firm and yet not too shabby power delivery.
The riding position is comfortable and instruments on the handle bars are sensibly placed. It’s an easy and fun get on and go quad to ride. Not an intimidating machine at all.
Maneuverability is easy and nippy. She is narrow and light quad so she can be moved around quite easily.
In fact, overall, this quad is just so… easy!
Apart from the leisure riding, the Quad does come with some utility practicality. Loading racks front and rear as well as a mounting for a tow bar and a sturdy steel bumper concealed nicely by blue plastics. Lights front and rear are good quality and nice and bright.
A feature that also stood out is the pull start on the left of the engine giving you some peace of mind should you have a flat battery. Then of course as she’s a carburetor model the choke makes the cold start easy as pie.
The heads up display or as I call it “HUD” is also easy to read giving you all the required information you need.
Suspension and ground clearance is just right in our opinion, she navigated some tricky rocks and steep climbs and banks without any hassles.
The stock Maxxis tyres also contribute to the firm grip and effortless riding. She is an automatic with a simple shifter lever on the right side.
Removing the seat to access the air filter and battery is a 2 minute job, and all the required tools you might need are neatly packed in a pouch located under the seat.
From practical use to lekker outrides this little quad is a great all rounder
All in all really good fun. Easy power, soft suspension, quality feel. Comfortable, with the added practicality of some sturdy carriers for workhorse use.
We’ve always enjoyed the Kymco lineup.
Have a look at at riding vid below.
Q & A Time…
What’s the Engine size ?
249cc 4 stroke liquid cooled
Are there other models ?
Yes they have a 150cc and 300cc in Carbureter and 450cc and 700cc in Fuel Injection
Ignition ?
Happy Button and pull start.
Fuel tank Capacity and Range ?
12.5 L giving you a claimed range of 225km
Rider height and Weight
808mm rider height and she weighs 213kg
Brakes and Suspension ?
Hydraulic disc brake front and rear, with dual A-arms in the front and Adjustable link rear suspension .
Loading and Towing capacity ?
20kg on the front and 30kg on the back with a towing limit of 150kg
Overall dimesnions
1778 Length & 1050 Width
How many Rands is she ?
Recommended retail is R 82 755.00, however some dealers might have running specials as well as higher priced models depending on added extras.
