anyone know bout kymco

kmoore · 01-04-2009, 12:58 PM

ive been searching for a new toy and ive come across a company called kymco and they have several nice toys id like to have.

venox 250cc
http://www.kymco.com/showroom/showro...-FD2BE53F2349}
hipster 150cc
http://www.kymco.com/showroom/showro...-BCA5B261D93C}
zingll 125cc
http://www.kymco.com/showroom/showro...-2861BD4769BB}

VinceDrake · 01-04-2009, 02:01 PM

Hi there!

A couple of years ago, when I first opened my shop, I was looking to add a motorcycle dealership/ATV's as I had a lot of unused showroom space.

Kymco was one of the lies I had looked at. They're a Korean brand IIRC, [EDIT: I did not recall correctly. Kymco is Taiwanese *NOT* Korean] Loosely based on Honda's, but somewhat improved. [Edit Some More: Wrong again, they're Yamaha Hacks....] Overall quality rate significantly higher than chinese brands, but they *are* more expensive.

When I was exploring the dealership possibility, I ended up riding a new 2006 model Venox 250. I would say it pulls *much* better than a Honda Rebel, but it is a very small bike. Nice weld quality, and the machine sat very solid on the road, Even with my 255lb 6'7" Arsch on it. (125km/h on a machine with only 300kms on it.)

I know for sure they are available legitimatly here in Canada, and at the time I was looking they had a pretty advanced dealership net in the states.

Strangely enough, I also rode a Kymco "Bet&Win 150" at the same time, and believe it or not, it would haul me and my arsch to 105km/h! It wasn't happy about it, but it would do it.

Overall, I would say for the money they are asking, they do deliver a much higher quality machine, than what we've seen from China recently, but they are borderline into Honda territory. However, the Rebel gives me snore fits, so I'd take the Kymco, even if they were the same price. Supposedly Kymco was going to be adopting Digital Fuel Injection on the motorcycles, but I don't know how far they have got with that idea.

I guess the thing that impressed me most, is they were trying to improve the line, something the Big Jap manufactureres have been unwilling to do to their entry-level bikes for many years... Example Rebel, Virago 250 and Nighthawk...

--Vince

IronFist · 01-04-2009, 04:48 PM

I always wanted a virago 250, till I took my motorcycle course on one. :x

The weld were good, I saw a lot of students go skating across the pavement with their bikes. They all stood up to the abuse. But saddly, the motors were underpowered for the parking lot we were in.

phil · 01-04-2009, 05:59 PM

kmoore like most of the "off"brands i looked into the these too but the price is out of my range and everybody else when you compare lets say just for kicks i tell you quality is better than a honda :wink: and warranty is better :wink: and it runs better :wink: but it costs more, now can i sell you this bike that is a brand you havent seen before

i can't see why you would. thats why i picked what i have and im still looking i have to use this reasoning as long as the the distributor works well i like the bargin heres some food for thought kymco or peirspeed scooter Q-link or zongshen, lifan or a wormburger really all the same its just who has the price and thats one reason we are china riders anyway here a link take a seat when you see msrp http://www.strmotorsports.com/showro...250/index.html

Dragon · 01-04-2009, 07:59 PM

Kymco was at the International Motorcycle Show, last November. They even brought demo bikes and scooters. From the looks of the promotion, I'd say they're a big time player in scooters and small bikes.

kmoore · 01-04-2009, 10:13 PM

kymco venox 250 *MSRP $4,299

ok i think that just killed it for me since i can pick up a new vstar 650 at my local yammy dealer for $5,295

humanbeing · 01-04-2009, 10:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by VinceDrake

Hi there!
...
Kymco was one of the lies I had looked at. They're a Korean brand IIRC, Loosely based on Honda's, but somewhat improved. ...
--Vince

Kymco-å…‰é™½å·¥æ¥è‚¡ä»½æœ‰é� ��å…¬å¸/Kwang Yang Motor Co, Ltd (Taiwanese company)

kmoore · 01-04-2009, 11:08 PM

i dont really care where a bike is made tiwan lithuania china pakistan as long as it will carry my fat hindend down the road at atleast 60 mph and not going to give me a headache everytime i ride it... so far the ole american lifan has not been a bad bike (just the parts not being available) and really only issue ive had is the exaust being defective. ive got a solution to it i just need to run it by an exaust shop to get a price.. and if everything works out and price isnt to high there may be a true dual for this bike (or anything using the virago setup) cheaply....

ive just became bored with the lifan and want something bigger or better..

ifound a dragon 3/4 chopper new for under 800 but dont know if it would pull my 330 lbs down the road at atleast 60 mph (this is where mosy my riding is done)

VinceDrake · 01-05-2009, 08:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by humanbeing

Quote:

Originally Posted by VinceDrake

Hi there!
...
Kymco was one of the lies I had looked at. They're a Korean brand IIRC, Loosely based on Honda's, but somewhat improved. ...
--Vince

Kymco-å…‰é™½å·¥æ¥è‚¡ä»½æœ‰é� ��å…¬å¸/Kwang Yang Motor Co, Ltd (Taiwanese company)

Right, Right. Sorry. Yup, Kymco=Taiwan, Hyuosung=Korea. Rode Kymcos, but never made it the Hyosung Dealer. My Bad. I will edit the Original Post to protect those that may come after...

--Vince

katoranger · 01-06-2009, 10:03 AM

Kymco has some great scooters and is competing well with honda, yamaha, suzuki. The price is slightly cheaper than jap, but much more than a china bike.

Quality is much better though.

Allen

IronFist · 01-06-2009, 12:51 PM

I see their scooters in Toronto, but I've seen very few of their bikes here.

kmoore · 01-08-2009, 07:33 PM

ok kymco is definatly out however ive taken a shine to the hyosung 650 avitar

kmoore · 01-08-2009, 08:59 PM

the link for anyone not familiar
$5995 new w/2 year parts and labor warranty
650 cc pushing 80hp
and one sexy beast of a bike
dang dang dang i knew i bought the licrapfan to soon.

http://www.hyosungmotors.com/product...er/m_gv650.asp

culcune · 01-13-2009, 12:57 PM

This is the cruiser to put the Japanese to shame--heck the Harleys, too (the low-end ones that cost more, although, in theory, Harley will still have a higher resale value). Youtube has videos of them with aftermarket exhaust (a decent choice of aftermarket parts out there) if you search through them. Keep in mind that United Motors has the same bike but rebadged as United Motors, and might have a better warranty, but I think they cost a little more than the Hyosung brand. I threw that out there because I think the UM's have better graphics and paint, but that is my opinion.

kmoore · 01-13-2009, 05:15 PM

exaust upgrade will consist of tail gunner exaust
http://tailgunner-exhaust.com/rotary...ail08.php?id=1

01-04-2009, 12:58 PM	#1
kmoore Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: lawrenceburg, tn Posts: 122	anyone know bout kymco ive been searching for a new toy and ive come across a company called kymco and they have several nice toys id like to have. venox 250cc http://www.kymco.com/showroom/showro...-FD2BE53F2349} hipster 150cc http://www.kymco.com/showroom/showro...-BCA5B261D93C} zingll 125cc http://www.kymco.com/showroom/showro...-2861BD4769BB}
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01-04-2009, 02:01 PM	#2
VinceDrake Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Southern Saskatchewan Posts: 491	Hi there! A couple of years ago, when I first opened my shop, I was looking to add a motorcycle dealership/ATV's as I had a lot of unused showroom space. Kymco was one of the lies I had looked at. They're a Korean brand IIRC, [EDIT: I did not recall correctly. Kymco is Taiwanese NOT Korean] Loosely based on Honda's, but somewhat improved. [Edit Some More: Wrong again, they're Yamaha Hacks....] Overall quality rate significantly higher than chinese brands, but they are more expensive. When I was exploring the dealership possibility, I ended up riding a new 2006 model Venox 250. I would say it pulls much better than a Honda Rebel, but it is a very small bike. Nice weld quality, and the machine sat very solid on the road, Even with my 255lb 6'7" Arsch on it. (125km/h on a machine with only 300kms on it.) I know for sure they are available legitimatly here in Canada, and at the time I was looking they had a pretty advanced dealership net in the states. Strangely enough, I also rode a Kymco "Bet&Win 150" at the same time, and believe it or not, it would haul me and my arsch to 105km/h! It wasn't happy about it, but it would do it. Overall, I would say for the money they are asking, they do deliver a much higher quality machine, than what we've seen from China recently, but they are borderline into Honda territory. However, the Rebel gives me snore fits, so I'd take the Kymco, even if they were the same price. Supposedly Kymco was going to be adopting Digital Fuel Injection on the motorcycles, but I don't know how far they have got with that idea. I guess the thing that impressed me most, is they were trying to improve the line, something the Big Jap manufactureres have been unwilling to do to their entry-level bikes for many years... Example Rebel, Virago 250 and Nighthawk... --Vince __________________ "Sometimes it is better to say nothing, and let people think you're an idiot, than to open your mouth and prove it."
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01-04-2009, 04:48 PM	#3
IronFist Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Toronto Ontario Canada Posts: 2,585	I always wanted a virago 250, till I took my motorcycle course on one. :x The weld were good, I saw a lot of students go skating across the pavement with their bikes. They all stood up to the abuse. But saddly, the motors were underpowered for the parking lot we were in. __________________ IronFist ___________________________________ The "chain" of command is used for beating spammers. ___________________________________
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01-04-2009, 05:59 PM	#4
phil Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: wise va Posts: 636	kmoore like most of the "off"brands i looked into the these too but the price is out of my range and everybody else when you compare lets say just for kicks i tell you quality is better than a honda :wink: and warranty is better :wink: and it runs better :wink: but it costs more, now can i sell you this bike that is a brand you havent seen before i can't see why you would. thats why i picked what i have and im still looking i have to use this reasoning as long as the the distributor works well i like the bargin heres some food for thought kymco or peirspeed scooter Q-link or zongshen, lifan or a wormburger really all the same its just who has the price and thats one reason we are china riders anyway here a link take a seat when you see msrp http://www.strmotorsports.com/showro...250/index.html __________________ halls auto l coolster, modcycles, yanmar & zongshen, dealer fired roketa,lifan and jet moto and apollo quit me who's next
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01-04-2009, 07:59 PM	#5
Dragon Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Tejas Posts: 834	Kymco was at the International Motorcycle Show, last November. They even brought demo bikes and scooters. From the looks of the promotion, I'd say they're a big time player in scooters and small bikes. __________________ Chinabikeless
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01-04-2009, 10:13 PM	#6
kmoore Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: lawrenceburg, tn Posts: 122	kymco venox 250 *MSRP $4,299 ok i think that just killed it for me since i can pick up a new vstar 650 at my local yammy dealer for $5,295
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01-04-2009, 11:08 PM	#8
kmoore Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: lawrenceburg, tn Posts: 122	i dont really care where a bike is made tiwan lithuania china pakistan as long as it will carry my fat hindend down the road at atleast 60 mph and not going to give me a headache everytime i ride it... so far the ole american lifan has not been a bad bike (just the parts not being available) and really only issue ive had is the exaust being defective. ive got a solution to it i just need to run it by an exaust shop to get a price.. and if everything works out and price isnt to high there may be a true dual for this bike (or anything using the virago setup) cheaply.... ive just became bored with the lifan and want something bigger or better.. ifound a dragon 3/4 chopper new for under 800 but dont know if it would pull my 330 lbs down the road at atleast 60 mph (this is where mosy my riding is done)
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01-06-2009, 10:03 AM	#10
katoranger Join Date: May 2007 Location: Altamont, Kansas Posts: 15,103	Kymco has some great scooters and is competing well with honda, yamaha, suzuki. The price is slightly cheaper than jap, but much more than a china bike. Quality is much better though. Allen __________________ You meet the nicest people on a Honda Clone.
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01-06-2009, 12:51 PM	#11
IronFist Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Toronto Ontario Canada Posts: 2,585	I see their scooters in Toronto, but I've seen very few of their bikes here.
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01-08-2009, 07:33 PM	#12
kmoore Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: lawrenceburg, tn Posts: 122	ok kymco is definatly out however ive taken a shine to the hyosung 650 avitar
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01-08-2009, 08:59 PM	#13
kmoore Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: lawrenceburg, tn Posts: 122	the link for anyone not familiar $5995 new w/2 year parts and labor warranty 650 cc pushing 80hp and one sexy beast of a bike dang dang dang i knew i bought the licrapfan to soon. http://www.hyosungmotors.com/product...er/m_gv650.asp
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01-13-2009, 12:57 PM	#14
culcune Join Date: May 2006 Location: Yuma, Arizona Posts: 9,035	This is the cruiser to put the Japanese to shame--heck the Harleys, too (the low-end ones that cost more, although, in theory, Harley will still have a higher resale value). Youtube has videos of them with aftermarket exhaust (a decent choice of aftermarket parts out there) if you search through them. Keep in mind that United Motors has the same bike but rebadged as United Motors, and might have a better warranty, but I think they cost a little more than the Hyosung brand. I threw that out there because I think the UM's have better graphics and paint, but that is my opinion.
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01-13-2009, 05:15 PM	#15
kmoore Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: lawrenceburg, tn Posts: 122	exaust upgrade will consist of tail gunner exaust http://tailgunner-exhaust.com/rotary...ail08.php?id=1
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