Kymco Bet&Win 150, 2009

Kymco Bet&Win 150, 2009

 

Canada Specifications
displacement (cc) 150 - 149.5
engine type 4 stroke
cooling system liquid
weight (kg) 150 - 138
transmission CVT
front brakes disk
rear brakes disk
fuel capacity (L) 10

Kymco Agility 125, 2009

Kymco Agility 125, 2009

USA Specifications
Engine Type 4-stroke air-cooled
Displacement 125cc
Bore/Stroke 52.4x57.8mm
Cooling System Forced air
Ignition Electric w/kickstart back up
Gearbox Automatic CVT
Chassis Steel
Front Suspension Telescopic forks
Rear Suspension Dual shock
Front Brake Disc
Rear Brake Drum
Front Wheel/Tire 120/70-12
Rear Wheel/Tire 130/70-12
Seat Height 31 in.
Wheelbase 51.18 in.
Fuel Capacity/MPG 1.32 gals./ Estimated 75
Weight 232.5 lbs.

Kymco Agility 50, 2009

Kymco Agility 50, 2009

 

USA Specifications

Engine Type 4-stroke air-cooled
Displacement 49cc
Bore/Stroke 39x41.4mm
Cooling System Forced air
Ignition Electric w/kickstart back up
Gearbox Automatic CVT
Chassis Steel
Front Suspension Telescopic forks
Rear Suspension Single shock
Front Brake Disc
Rear Brake Drum
Front Wheel/Tire 120/70-12
Rear Wheel/Tire 130/70-12
Seat Height 31 in.
Wheelbase 44.5 in.
Fuel Capacity/MPG 1.32 gals./Estimated 87
Weight 203.9 lbs.

Kymco Pulsar Base 125

I am sure the first thing that comes to your mind after looking at this bike above - another Chinese crap? Errr.. no. This bike is from a company with its roots in Taiwan. Secondly, the company, called Kymco, has been doing pretty decently in various world markets now. I have discussed a lot on their bikes in the past ( see HERE) and here is a brief on the Kymco Pulsar Base 125.

It is powered by a 10bhp 125cc motor - no guesses for speeds. Yes, it maxes out at around 65mph or 105km/h. However, its selling point will be its sticker price, which in the UK will be just 1399 pounds. Dirt cheap for that market.

However, by todays currency 1399 pounds translates into 95,000 Indian rupees. In India here, you can get the following bikes for much lesser amount

1. Bajaj Pulsar 220S

2. Put in 15% more money and take the Yamaha R15

New KYMCO models

KYMCO UK launched two new models at the recent NEC Bike Show, they were a new scooter the LIKE200i and a new 125 the KR Naked 125 which has a new double beam cast aluminium alloy chassis, which weighs in at a mere 8.9kg, a 30% saving on the standard steel frame.

Ride safe.


Jon Booth
Email: webmaster@inter-bike.co.uk
Blog: http://inter-bike.blogspot.com/
Swicki: http://motorcycling-swicki.eurekster.com/

KYMCO KR Naked 125 street bike to be unveiled

Taiwanese motorcycle manufacturer will unveil its new KYMCO KR Naked 125 street bike at the NEC Bike Show this week. However we have pic to wet your appetite.

Ride safe.


Jon Booth
Email: webmaster@inter-bike.co.uk
Blog: http://inter-bike.blogspot.com/
Swicki: http://motorcycling-swicki.eurekster.com/

More on the Kymco Quannon 150

Guido of dealernewsblog rode the Kymco Quannon 150 recently. This is what he had to say

KYMCO’s recently released Quannon 150 sportbike (MSRP $3,449) is destined for U.S. dealerships during the second quarter of 2009 as an early-release 2010 model.

The bike, released for Euro markets last year, is powered by a 149.3cc air-cooled four-stroke four-valve kymco_quannon150 engine producing 14 hp. Physically, it’s not much smaller than Kawi’s Ninja 250R. People will recognize it as being more diminutive than a 600-class machine, but not by much.

I had the chance to road test the Quannon earlier this year. I stand 5′9″ and found the ergonomics quite hospitable. At a standstill I was comfortably flat-footed with bent knees. Once underway, the clip-on-like handlebars and slightly rear-set foot pegs supplied equal comfort with a sporty feel.

The bike has an extremely short first gear (something I also noticed during a recent test of the India-made 160cc TVS Apache RTR) but a quick shift out and through the next four gears supplied more than enough forward thrust to propel me confidently down the 55 mph county roads on which I was riding.

Twisting the throttle to stop, the speedometer showed a top speed of 68 mph in normal riding position; in full tuck I saw an indicated 72 mph.

I’m confident this little runabout could be a big hit with consumers looking for a simple yet flashy intra-city commuter. And, aside from the forthcoming TVS and some untested New Asian units, KYMCO will pretty much have the market cornered.

I often hear from old timers who say “It’s a lot more fun to travel quickly on a slow bike than slow on a fast bike.” I couldn’t agree more.

SOURCE: dealernewsblog

SPECIFICATIONS
Engine Type…149.3cc air-cooled four-stroke four-valve
Bore/Stroke…..62×49.5
Ignition….Electric
Gearbox…5 Speed
Chassis…Steel
Front Suspension…Telescopic forks
Rear Suspension…Mono shock
Front Brake…Single disc
Rear Brake…Single disc
Front Wheel/Tire…110/80-17
Rear Wheel/Tire…140/70-17
Dimensions (LxWxH) …81”x28.5”x46.2”
Seat Height…31.5 in.
Wheelbase……53.3 in.
Fuel Capacity…3.6 gals.
Estimated MPG…70-75 MPG
Weight…299 lbs.
Available Colors…Blue/Graphite or Red/Graphite
Warranty…Two Years



Here is a video of how the Kymco Quannon 150 looks like


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Kymco KR 125 again

Kymco 2010 Yager 200i

The guys at MotorcycleDaily also got to ride Kymco's scooter for the US market. Here is what Gabe Ets-Hokin wrote

I also rode the scooter Kymco introduced, the 2010 Yager 200i. It mixes ultra-modern styling with a fuel-injected, liquid-cooled 175cc Single, dual disc brakes and a 3-gallon gas tank. I got to ride it from Kymco USA's headquarters in Spartanburg, SC to run an errand about 15 miles away, all on a fast-moving interstate. The Yager 800i was more than up to the task; it got up to almost 75 mph indicated, and would actually hit the rev limiter on downhill sections (Kymco told me they would adjust the gearing). Despite the smaller wheels (13-inch in front and a 12-inch in back), it was very stable at high speeds, but steered like a scooter: fast. I was pretty impressed with it, and for $3499, I think it's a bargain.

RELATED READING:
Kymco Quannon 150 for US market

Kymco Quannon 150 for US market

We told you about the Kymco KR 125 way back in August 2007 (click HERE and HERE)

The same Korean company is now heading to USA. They recently showcased their 150cc bike, the Quannon 150. Powered by a 14bhp engine, the guys at MotorcycleDaily seemed quite impressed.

Kymco Motors, known for their comprehensive lineup of scooters, introduced their second motorcycle to the USA market at the Long Beach International Motorcycle Show on December 5th. The Quannon 150 is an aggressively styled sportbike with a four-valve, 149cc Single producing a claimed 14 hp. It weighs in at a claimed 299 pounds.

I had a chance to briefly ride this bike this spring, and I was impressed, if not blown away. It's a roomy and comfortable bike that's very easy to ride, with a low seat (it measures 31.5 inches but feels lower because it's so narrow) and very light feel. I rode the 125cc version-a popular size for licensing reasons in other markets-and it felt slow, about the same as a 50cc two-stroke sportbike like the Aprilia RS50 or Derbi GPR50. But I could wind it out to about 60 mph (indicated), which means it's more than adequate for around-town riding. Brakes and suspension were up to the task as well, and if you expect responsive steering from a lightweight bike with a 53.3-inch wheelbase, you won't be disappointed. With all the basic hardware (disc brakes, 17-inch wheels, four-valve motor and sturdy frame) standard, it could become a big deal in mini roadracing. It's listed as a 2010 model and there's still no word on when it will be available, but MSRP is set at $3449. Too bad it didn't get a liquid-cooled 250 motor (or even a liquid-cooled 175; see below) - then it would give Kawasaki's best-selling Ninja 250R something to fear

RELATED READING

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ALSO READ
Kymco Quannon 150 - HERE and HERE

More on the KYMCO KR Sports 125

We had posted about the Kymco KR Sports way back on 24th August 2007. See this
POST

Telegraph of UK rode the bike and did a review on the same. They came out impressed with the looks of the bike, and here is an interesting statement : "The bike doesn’t just look big, it is big, it easily accommodated my 6ft 3” frame, I was amazed"!

The KR sells for 2399 pounds in UK. Rivals, like the CBR 125RR sell for 2599 pounds.

The newly launched Yamaha YZF-R125 is another rival, but pricing hasnt been set as of now.

Read the Telegraph ride review for more


ALSO READ
Kymco Quannon 150 - HERE and HERE

KYMCO KR Sport 125 road test

Have just published on www.inter-bike.co.uk my road test of the KYMCO KR Sport 125 and what a cracking road legal learner motorcycle this is. Read my test to see why this motorbike thinks its a supersports!

Ride safe!

Jon Booth
Email: webmaster@inter-bike.co.uk
Blog: http://inter-bike.blogspot.com
Swicki: http://motorcycling-swicki.eurekster.com/

Kymco Myroad 700i : Worlds most powerful scooter?

The worlds most powerful scooter, the Kymco Myroad 700i, was launched very recently.
It is squarely aimed at the sports touring market with it centralised perimeter frame.

ENGINE:
A first for Kymco is an all new parallel twin cylinder engine running 8 valves and fuel injection. This will put power somewhere in the vicinity of 55 kw / 73 BHP and top speed will be in the 170 km/h ball park.

SUSPENSION:
But it’s not all about the motor with the new Kymco. The Myroad 700i features fully automatic rear suspension that is adjustable from the dashboard as well as a keyless start system.

OTHER FEATURES:
And if that’s not enough it has a triple stacked H4 headlight and led blinkers along with 280 mm twin discs up front and a massive 260 mm disc on the rear.

KYMCO Xciting 500i - Luxury scooter at an affordable price?

Read our latest scooter road test in inter-bikes motorcycle road test section

KYMCO Xciting 500i - Luxury scooter at an affordable price?

Read why with this luxury maxi-scooter you can have your cake and eat it!

Ride safe!

Jon Booth
Email: webmaster@inter-bike.co.uk
Blog: http://inter-bike.blogspot.com
Swicki: http://motorcycling-swicki.eurekster.com/

2007 Kymco KR Sport

Companies from South East Asia never fail to impress me. From Hyundai in the four-wheeler industry to Hysoung when it comes to motorcycles. And now Kymco. We all know they make good lil scooters, which actually sell well in countries like Italy and this new 125cc bike, the KR Sports, is all set to change the way people look at Kymco.

First impression when you see the bike is as if its a modified CBR 125R. Koreans were known to copy automobiles well and now Taiwanese have done it too. In fact, Kymco have made the KR look better than the CBR, and I personally think this has been possible with the use of wider tyres (110mm front and 140mm at the rear) and a wider looking fairing up front.

Engine and performance wise though, the KR is nowhere near the CBR. The 125cc runs a carb instead of Fuel Injection on the CBR, and pumps out 12.8 Bhp and 9.9 Nm of torque as compared to 13bhp and 10.6 Nm for the CBR 125R. The difference isnt huge but when you consider that the KR weighs around 15kilos more, runs 110mm front and 140mm rear tyre, the performance surely takes a hit. The true top speed for example is 104km/h , around 10km/h less than what the CBR manages. But what is interesting is that the company claims that top speed is limited to 104 by the rev-limiter. Now, why such a thing?

Anyways, pricing has always been the Korens trump card, with the KR retailing for £300 less than the CBR 125R at £2399.

More information at KYMCO KR SPORTS

KYMCO launches a new sports bike

Taiwanese manufacturer KYMCO has announced the launch of an eye catching 125cc motorcycle here in the UK called the KR Sport 125 , priced at only £2,399. It should give young and novice riders the opportunity to own a fully faired, race styled, sports bike! To read the full details on this new 125cc motorcycle on www.inter-bike.co.uk click here.





Ride safe!

Jon Booth
Email: webmaster@inter-bike.co.uk
Blog: http://inter-bike.blogspot.com
Swicki: http://motorcycling-swicki.eurekster.com/