I have an Agility 125 which just turned 1,000 miles. The scoot has exceeded my expectations in most ways. I added a Givi Top Case, beyond that it is stock. My seat is loose but not a concern. It will latch if the seat is gently dropped from about 8″up and also latches when I [...]
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How to adjust your valve on Kymco People 250 Scooter
Posted by Delrond in July 14th 2008
Step 1: Make sure you have the engine kill switch selected (check image below for more information)
Step 2:Next step is to remove the light and cell phone charger jack. Remove the screws securing the battery cover and carburettor cover. Remove the 4 bolts securing the “met-in” box and lift it out to the scooter.
Step 3: [...]
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How GPS Can Help You Find Your Stolen Burgman/Kymco/Vespa
Posted by Delrond in June 11th 2008
The many practical uses for a GPS device have been expanded even further than the average consumer may expect. For one, GPS can assist in helping with the recovery of your stolen scooter! Here’s how:
The Innovation of the LoJack
The LoJack Stolen Vehicle Recovery System is a motorcycle tracking system than can be installed [...]
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How to use GPS on your Motorcycle/Scooter
Posted by Delrond in June 10th 2008
For the road warrior, the rebel, a weekend journey into the unknown on a motorcycle can be the height of adventure and freedom. Now, with the help of a new TomTom device - the RIDER 2nd Edition, which is made for motorcycles - the motorcycle lover can enhance his or her trip even further. [...]
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Should I upgrade from a Kymco 250 to a Kymco 500
Posted by Delrond in June 10th 2008
Short answer is no!
Sadly the KYMCO 500 that is offered in the U.S. is a gas pig and a bit lethargic on the road. It doesn’t have good/useable underseat storage, the gas gauge is quirky and the odometer and speedometer read in kilometers.
Now don’t get ticked, I would recommend a KYMCO (and have) to [...]
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To ABS or Not To ABS? That Is The Question
Posted by Delrond in May 20th 2008
As far as ABS is concerned Ive learned to accept its value and lifesaving properties on 4 wheels as its come on so many times when driving my car. Probably a reflection of how bad a driver I really am. I’m sure today its improved on 2 wheels anyway and will offer a real contribution [...]
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When Should You Use Your Kymco Kill Switch?
Posted by Delrond in May 15th 2008
You have to turn the keyed ignition off any time you walk away from your steed, and take the key with you, so from that standpoint it doesn’t matter if you stop the motor with the handlebar kill switch.
Having said that, when I ride one of my two wheelers and it has a handle bar [...]
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How to Change a belt on your Kymco - 5 Questions Answered!
Posted by Delrond in May 7th 2008
1. At what point should this belt be checked or replaced?
http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&q=+site:www.tradebit.com+kymco+manuals , the belt on the X-500 needs to be checked, not replaced every 12,000 miles. This is also listed in the owner’s manual. Most other manufactures state that belts should be replaced at a specific interval, usually around 12,000 miles or so. The Yamaha [...]
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Is the Grand Vista really for Douche Bags?
Posted by Delrond in April 29th 2008
No, the Grand Vista is a great ride and I highly recommend it.
Pros:
Solid design.
Large storage.
Very nimble and quick.
Steady at high speeds.
KYMCO reliability.
Cons:
Small gas tank.
Hard seat.
High seat.
Cramped seating.
Short windscreen makes for noisy ride at high speeds.
Truly a great bike and fun to ride. The digital dash let’s you switch between kilometers
and miles. The electric folding mirrors [...]
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Do you know the difference between a KYMCO and SYM scooter?
Posted by Delrond in April 16th 2008
There is no need to worry about the quality of SYM scooters. They are as good as KYMCOs. SYM and KYMCO are fiercely competitive against each other in their domestic Taiwan market to be the market champ. To give you an idea, KYMCO and SYM constantly battle for the market share lead with Yamaha Taiwan [...]
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