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Originally Posted by wlfpck
I just realized that the Kymco Spade looks pretty similar to the Suzuki Vanvan 200. Anyone know if there are engine swaps available? How is the aftermarket support for the Kymco Spade?
I didn't see a lot of aftermarket development yet considering it's been out for a year or so. I'd like to pick one up to go with my Grom clone. I like the whole cafe racer style.  |
Hey wlf
Aftermarket here in US is terrible. Steady Garage and MNNTHBX.COM are really the only ones with a small selection of mods. However, in Taiwan, the aftermarket is booming. The bike is called the A.I.R. 150i there...
From what I've gathered from multiple Taiwanese suppliers, is that there are 175cc, 200cc and 250cc engines that will bolt in with little or no modification.
Here's what I'm looking at as a possible swap:
https://goods.ruten.com.tw/item/show?21746326643611
The red top is a racing motor... great if your building a truly nimble, mini Cafe Racer. However, if you do go with the bigger motors, I would highly recommend that you stretch the bike's wheelbase... MNNTHBOX has what you'll need for that mod. In addition, with the 250cc, you'll need to modify the top mount.
(Note: ruten.com is a great site for Kymco parts and accesories. Use chrome to translate)
These guys have been very helpful and have great stuff for the Spade.
https://m.facebook.com/pg/mini.mon.75/about/
I hope you get one...they are a blast!! And it sure would be nice to have another member on the board who's interested in modding their Spade.
Good luck!!
CK