KYMCO XCITING 500RI ABS By speedracer (Read 1,102 times)

[speedracer]

Any thoughts on this model? I still have my Roketa 250 B, but looking at the Kymco 500 has my attention. Found this one for sale for $5999.00.

Kymco

[JR]

Wait? Did I see this right? A Honda dealer selling Kymcos? Nice scooter Speedracer but quite a bit heavier than you're used to on the 250B?

But it'll be smooth as ice and should have a good warranty. Might shop around in the surrounding areas on a price comparison?

JR

[speedracer]

Yes a Honda dealer selling Kymco. You are right as I didn't notice it weighed about 470 pounds. Not sure what the 250 weighs.

I still have my Roketa 54b and it now has 15,100 miles on it and starts every time. I only adjusted the valves at 5,000 miles and have never touched them since. It doesn't stall, starts on the first try so I see no need to touch the valves. It's on it's 3rd rear tire, but only second front tire. Brakes work great and it has not overheated. Right now it's only simple maintenance. So my 2008 model is still going. I don't even know if they ever improved them as when I look at the models which say 2013 they all seem to be the same as my 2008.

I heard the 500 Kymco rides nice and is very stable and safe. How are you doing with both your 54b"s?

[scot]

edit hehehehehe ok new ,who makes kymco Taiwan  ,ok I guess they are pretty good ,an for that reason at bit more pricey then few years back ,

[speedracer]

Scott the 2013 Kymco 500 is brand new.

[scot]

Jan 26, 2014 8:46:45 GMT -6 speedracer said:

Scott the 2013 Kymco 500 is brand new.

the fact that the 14000 miles an going strong threw me off,i guess then that is a good deal only 500.00 more for the 500cc, 8-|oh well ,though I guess for that kinda$ I would look for left over jap scooter there ussally the best deals ,but what do I know sorry speed racer an I missed the link to ahaha da,its hard to see the info ,say $6000.00 someone has a real nice jap scooter on there floor somewhear ,when I sold my bike there was ressesion in 07 to 08 was bad time for me to sell ,but I did not want it to get another year older,ok I edit the other post couse was way off,? about you 2008 an 15000 miles ,wow is that all you did ,what kinda pdi the tire valves there still the same ,same belt ,like I had said that's like alot of miles on these with no problems thanks,would like to hear more   on your 2008

[speedracer]

Jan 26, 2014 14:58:36 GMT -6 scot said:

Jan 26, 2014 8:46:45 GMT -6 speedracer said:

Scott the 2013 Kymco 500 is brand new.

the fact that the 14000 miles an going strong threw me off,i guess then that is a good deal only 500.00 more for the 500cc, 8-|oh well ,though I guess for that kinda$ I would look for left over jap scooter there ussally the best deals ,but what do I know sorry speed racer an I missed the link to ahaha da,its hard to see the info ,say $6000.00 someone has a real nice jap scooter on there floor somewhear ,when I sold my bike there was ressesion in 07 to 08 was bad time for me to sell ,but I did not want it to get another year older,ok I edit the other post couse was way off,? about you 2008 an 15000 miles ,wow is that all you did ,what kinda pdi the tire valves there still the same ,same belt ,like I had said that's like alot of miles on these with no problems thanks,would like to hear more   on your 2008

When tires were changed I changed the valve stems. New antifreeze from the start, new RR, new carb, all new hoses and vacuum hoses, new sliders, new belt after 10,000 miles, new clutch, and a new battery. Plug every 5,000 miles. I think that's all I did to it.

[scot]

yes that sounds good for me ,I got the new valve stems did the anti freez ,going to do gear oil I may just check it ,couse they did that in pdi,I got the upgraded adjustable carb ,I got to admit my hoses seem fine for now ,upgrade battery an look to put some lower wattage bulbs in there ,an upgrade the stereo ,will see how the rr holds up ,I plan on getting road side incase of break downs ,was thinking about loosening the plug as there so tight an I am sure that heating the motor the plug would be harder to get out ,thanks

[speedracer]

As far as your plug goes they sell at auto parts stores a greeze you put on the threads so they won't seize. Oh yea I put all LED lights in signals and brakes.

[scot]

oh yes I seen that I will do that thank you

[wheezy]

Speed, I was able to test ride a 500i back in November at the AIM Expo in Orlando. Kymco had 8-10 scoots of various displacements, all the way up to 700. Nice. You could test ride any of them on an open road, 5 mile or so, escorted ride. Real good opportunity for anyone visiting Orlando in November.

My only complaint was the seating position. I am 5'10'', with a 35 inch inseam, and the seating arrangement forces your knees more upright than your 250B. My knees were only an inch or two from the dash panel. A tidy bit uncomfortable on longer excursions I would think. If you prefer the more feet-forward position of the 250B, then consider a Burgman or Silverwing.

Otherwise, it was a very nice scoot, by far better than the Chinese we are used to. Top speed for the 500 is a bit over 90mph.

Here is a good writeup Top speed did for the 500i.

Kymco Xciting 500i

[rurc]

Feb 10, 2014 8:07:21 GMT -6 wheezy said:

Speed, I was able to test ride a 500i back in November at the AIM Expo in Orlando. Kymco had 8-10 scoots of various displacements, all the way up to 700. Nice. You could test ride any of them on an open road, 5 mile or so, escorted ride. Real good opportunity for anyone visiting Orlando in November.

My only complaint was the seating position. I am 5'10'', with a 35 inch inseam, and the seating arrangement forces your knees more upright than your 250B. My knees were only an inch or two from the dash panel. A tidy bit uncomfortable on longer excursions I would think. If you prefer the more feet-forward position of the 250B, then consider a Burgman or Silverwing.

Otherwise, it was a very nice scoot, by far better than the Chinese we are used to. Top speed for the 500 is a bit over 90mph.

Here is a good writeup Top speed did for the 500i.

Kymco Xciting 500i

Wheezy,

One thing,Kymco is not from China. Kymco has been around for over 50 years and in the USA for over 30 years. They also make all the BMW scooters as well as several other manufacturers.