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02-27-2012, 12:23 PM
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I have a Chinese 150CC Scooter with about 600 miles on it. Im not sure how long they usually last but Im very interested in the Kymco Downtown 300CC its somewhat pricey but I just want something I know I can Depend on. Would any of you buy from Kymco? I dont know good or repuatable they are.. My chinese Scooter already had a problem with the Carb. anyway guys if you can suggest I will listen.
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02-27-2012, 01:58 PM
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Location: Democratic Peoples Republic of Redneckistan
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Originally Posted by Jamerschris
I have a Chinese 150CC Scooter with about 600 miles on it. Im not sure how long they usually last but Im very interested in the Kymco Downtown 300CC its somewhat pricey but I just want something I know I can Depend on. Would any of you buy from Kymco? I dont know good or repuatable they are.. My chinese Scooter already had a problem with the Carb. anyway guys if you can suggest I will listen.
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Kymco is one of the better ones...Depends on how close a local dealer WITH a GOOD mechanic/parts supply is to you.
I would suggest a used Burgman AN400 before a new Kymco by far though...it would be money WELL spent vs the Kymco.
As for 600 miles on your scoot...I put 12,500 Kilometers on mine with only clutch and belt problems 6/7 years ago and it gave me the scooter bug....run that 150 till it's guts are hanging out  |
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02-28-2012, 09:33 AM
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Location: Maryland
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KYMCO is a very well regarded 2nd tier, up and coming Taiwanese motorcycle, ATV & scooter mfg.. It has a fairly large and active ownership community. They are an excellent source of information for any KYMCO product. If you haven't already done so, Google:
KymcoForum.com - Index and also the Yahoo KYMCO users group ( kymcoscooterforum : Kymco Scooter Forum).
There are 9 dealers listed within your general Dallas/Ft worth areas. I'd suggest you'd have lots of company. KYMCO has been a supplier to Honda (the company is actually a break-off from Honda) and BMW so that should tell you something. Their fit & finish quality has been making major improvements in recent years.
KYMCO generally provides the best bang for the buck by far compared to Honda, Suzuki, Yamaha, Piaggio/Vespa/Aprilla, etc. For the money, the KYMCO is hard to beat. My only reservation is that they are not offering ABS on the Downtown and I'm a fan of it for anything 250cc & above, especially if you plan to keep it for a long time. JMO |
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10-04-2013, 02:52 PM
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Location: ottawa on. canada
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I have a 2011 300i downtown picked it up on 26 june 2011 I now have 40,000 km. ( 24,000 miles )on it and the only thing I have put on it is tires , givi sheild, and dr. pulley sliders,. and re built the seat for comfort, I am 6 ft. and 210 lb,s installed wolo horn , and HID low beams, the original belt is on it , with a spare belt on board,. the belt looks like new and measures 24. mm. wide yet,. the scooter has been to ontario, new york , vermont new hamshire, went for a ride in alberta and british columbia, ya I took it to show it off to my family out west,. had a beautyfull trip,. now I would like to ride it all the way again,. 80 years young and lovin it,.. don goulet
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10-04-2013, 08:46 PM
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I've never heard a bad review of Kymco Agility 125 from anyone who has owned one.
Not a spectacularly exciting bike, but a workhorse commuter that is as reliable as a brick.
An old water-cooled Super9 is on my "dream" list  |
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10-06-2013, 07:11 PM
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Location: Phoenix
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10-12-2013, 12:10 AM
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Location: Idaho
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I have a Vespa, and in our circle, the subject of Kymco scooters come up on occasion. They are one of the better scooters available for purchase. Personally, I have never heard anything negative about them.
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10-14-2013, 05:37 AM
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Location: Floribama
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Those are nice! I may consider one in a couple years after I'm tired of my Xciting 250. |
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10-15-2013, 02:32 PM
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Location: 10110001010110100
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$10K for a 700cc Taiwanese scooter?! 
And I thought BMWs/Ducatis were overpriced!  |
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05-09-2014, 08:35 AM
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They have a good quality product and they support it with warranty, parts, etc. and there are a number of reputable dealers in most areas. Not a terrible choice.
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