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People GT 300i / Finally done
« on: April 17, 2013, 12:35:26 AM »
  Well I finally got my GTI300, and have finished changing it to my liking. I installed a Biondi windshield. Wired the front European turn signals as running lights. Installed a removeable Shad SH40 cargo topcase. I removed the American side reflectors for a cleaner look, but all the black and blue graphics are reflective. Last improvement will be 14g Dr. Pulley sliders once I get 1000 miles on the scoot. This picture isn't real clear, but will give you a idea what she looks like.


  UPDATE  Dr. Pulley 14gr sliders, second heavy duty 12 volt accessory plug (for GPS) and iridium spark plug installed today 5/26/13

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General Discussion / Help with pictures
« on: April 13, 2013, 11:09:02 AM »
  Well I finally got my new scooter. Got all the parts and accessories on it like I wanted. Now I have to learn how to download some pictures to the forum. I take pictures with my camera and download them to my computer. I have a section called "my pictures". From there I'm lost. Can someone please tell me an easy way to download from there to this forum?

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General Discussion / Lesson Learned
« on: April 12, 2013, 11:07:52 AM »
  Finally picked up my new (2012) GTI300 on Saturday. Had about a 100 mile ride to get it home. Took it easy and was very surprised that the low fuel warning light came on at 102 miles. Thought I would do better on mileage. Started working on the bike  (install windshield, new topbox, new graphics etc.) When I got to it, I discovered that the tire pressure was below 20lbs in both tires. The dealer evidently prepped the bike when I bought it in January, stored it, and never re-checked anything when I picked it up in April. Lesson Learned?  NEVER take anything for granted. Always check yourself. Hopefully I will see a increase in mileage.

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People GT 300i / Octane rating?
« on: April 05, 2013, 11:55:03 PM »
  Well I'm finally picking up my new (2012) GTI300 from the dealer tomorrow. I have about a 100 mile ride to get her home. My question is about octane rating. My old (2010) People 150 called for a 91 octane, but ran fine on regular unleaded. What type gas do you other owners use in your GTI300's?

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General Discussion / Service questions
« on: March 14, 2013, 02:40:55 PM »
  I have several questions about services and my warranty. Last month I bought a new (2012) People GTI300. I shopped around and found just what I wanted for a great ($4644.00 incl tax &prep) price. The dealer I bought it from is 105 miles from my home. I have 4 other Kymco dealers closer.

       1. Can I take my scooter to any Kymco dealer for service and keep my warranty.


       2. I have a heated garage, a motorcycle lift, and lots of tools. I'm a retired mechanic with over 50 years experience. I could probably do 95% of the
           work on my scooter myself. How much of my own work can I do & keep my warranty? What documentation do I need to back it up?

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General Discussion / Warranty Question?
« on: March 10, 2013, 06:08:42 PM »
        Last June I sold my Harley and bought a new (2010) Kymco People 150. Last fall I sold it to get a bigger scooter (2012) Kymco People GTI300. My question is if the warranty on the 150 carries over if the new owner needs it. The 150 only had about 1500 KM when I sold it. Is the Kymco warranty transferrable to the new owner? The two Kymcos were bought from two different dealers.

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People GT 300i / 2 Questions.
« on: March 04, 2013, 09:53:13 AM »
     I decided to pick up my new GTI300 early so I can start to work on it now. I have two questions for the forum members


         1. Dr. Pulley sliders. Members suggested I go with 14gram sliders. I need to know the complete size (_ _ x 14gram) to order them. Also need a
             recommended site to buy them from.

         2. I wanted a removeable top case with a back rest. I bought a Shad SH40 cargo case. The question is if anyone knows of a adaptor kit to mount
             it, or does the universal plate have to be modified. (Just gotta scoot article on mounting a Shad 48 topcase on a GTI300)           

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General Discussion / Suggestion for all members
« on: January 28, 2013, 01:41:44 AM »
              In reading different posts in this forum, I have a suggestion for all members. I suggest members put their location in their profiles. If I read where a member is having a problem that I thought I could help with, I'd check his profile. If they were close enough maybe I could help hands on. Im a retired (Department of Defense) mechanic with a heated garage and a scooter lift and I would be happy to try to help  anybody if I could. Basic maintenance stuff and minor mods (CVT upgrade etc).  With no location listed you don't know how close they are. It could also be a way to identify some other folks to ride with. The only scooterist I know in my area is my neighbor across the street. He's even older than me and rides a little 50cc that I help him maintain. It would be great to hook up with some other locals for rides occasionaly.

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People GT 300i / Iridium spark plug # ?
« on: January 24, 2013, 06:59:33 PM »
  According to the owners manual for my new GTI300 the stock plug is a NGK CR7E. What  is the correct # for a iridium plug for this motor?

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People GT 300i / Several questions
« on: January 14, 2013, 03:32:07 AM »
 I bought my GTI300 this week but haven't picked it up yet. I don't have a service manual yet either. I do have several questions regarding my new scoot.

         1. Can the 12 volt accessory plug under the seat be used for my GPS and my battery tender? I put one on my People 150 and was advised to put a fuse in
             the line. Does the GTI300 have this and can you use it as is?
         2. Does the odometer read in mph or kilometers? How accurate is the speedometer?

         3. What is the speed rating of the stock tires?

         4. Are the rollers in the variator the same on all the 2012 models and if they are does anyone know what size and weight they are?

         5. Does anyone know a site where I can download a service manual to a disc or thumbdrive for the GTI300?

         6. Does anyone know the torque specs for the oil filter cover bolts  and the drain bolts for crankcase and transmission?

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People GT 300i / GT300I?
« on: January 12, 2013, 09:08:37 PM »
  What is the correct name?  This forum says GT300I. I just bought one and my scooter and owners manual both say GTI300. Let's get on the same page. Which is correct?

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People GT 300i / Good Deal?
« on: January 07, 2013, 09:20:28 PM »
     I  have been waiting for a dealer to give me a firm price on a 2013 model. He said he would not know till February. Meanwhile I found another dealer with a brand new 2012 model in the right color, that he will sell me for $4300 plus tax & title. About $4700 total. Do you folks think I should cancel my 2013 order and pick up the 2012 for that price. Will the 2013 models have any major changes to be worth more money, or should I save maybe $1000 and pick up the 2012?  The other thing is that the scooter is in his showroom, and I'm sure I can pick it up on 1 April and not miss any riding this year.

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People GT 300i / Factory top box
« on: January 07, 2013, 02:38:24 AM »
  Does anyone know the size of the factory top box on the GTI300. What size shad is it comparable to??

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People GT 300i / Top Case Backrest
« on: December 30, 2012, 02:48:48 PM »
  Well I did it. I ordered a silver 300GTI. I had a People 150 with a Shad SH-29 Top Case. I ordered a backrest from shad and put it on. I'm wondering if that backrest would fit the top Case that comes with the new 300GTI.

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People GT 300i / Good deal?
« on: November 28, 2012, 05:29:37 PM »
        I'm looking to buy a new GT300 I. I just talked to one of my local (Upstate New York) dealers. He will sell me a 2013 People GT300 I for $5100.00. This price is out the door and includes tax, dealer prep, and registration. I thought this was a very good deal, and want to know what the forum members think.

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