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General Discussion / Re: Robot reviews Piaggio Liberty 150..and comments on Kymco!
« on: May 08, 2020, 12:13:22 AM »
Quote from: Neil955i on May 03, 2020, 11:22:50 AM
X400?  Is that the X-Citing 400?  If so, what are your more detailed thoughts of it as I'm tempted by one for next trade-in time!

Neil - I find the X-citing 400 very balanced. Comfortable stock seat, good braking and just feels solid overall. Rear suspension is a bit rough over sharp bumps, but handles great on twisty roads. In the US they only sold the 400i for one year so it's pretty rare. Also is easy to work on if you are DIY guy.

I would not hesitate to buy another Kymco product.

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General Discussion / Re: Robot reviews Piaggio Liberty 150..and comments on Kymco!
« on: May 01, 2020, 12:05:08 AM »
Definitely bad form to bash competitors. Especially, when there are many (millions?) of Taiwan made scooters running all over the world. A lot in third world countries where roads are rough and what I hear they take a lot of abuse.

I've owned a Vespa 300, but never felt comfortable on freeways. My Kymco feels stable at higher speeds and handles great on canyons.

Only thing that bothers me about Kymco, like others have said is the dealer network. I hope to enjoy my X400 fo many years.

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General Discussion / Re: Where is everyone from?
« on: April 15, 2020, 11:07:57 PM »

USA - Southern California!

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General Discussion / Re: Dealer visit, killing time.....
« on: January 14, 2020, 07:32:12 PM »
Quote from: leomagnus on January 14, 2020, 07:28:20 PM
They still have some 2018 400i Xcitings for sale. I have really loved mine and have had no issues with it. Maintenance work on it is relatively easy and it rides like a smaller scooter. I wish I could get some of the Euro models over here like the Kymco AK550, People S 300, Xciting 400i S, or the Honda SH 300, Forza 300i, Honda Integra or X-ADV. Only if gas prices go past $4/gal + will we see an interest in scooter sales...

Dean

Love my X400 as well

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General Discussion / Re: Vespa owner is worried
« on: November 08, 2019, 05:33:19 PM »
After I sold my Vespa, I missed having a scooter (I have a Vstrom 650 as well). I have no regrets with the Kymco X400. Does much better on California freeways and the local canyons compared to the Vespa. I considered the Xmax 300 but found the Kymco more comfortable for me.


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General Discussion / Re: Farewell Super 8 150
« on: May 13, 2019, 09:04:58 PM »
Great post!

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General Discussion / Re: Kymco USA
« on: April 22, 2019, 03:52:11 PM »
Is there real concern here that Kymco will stop selling products in the US?






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General Discussion / Re: Recall on 150i and 200i-potential fuel leak
« on: March 13, 2019, 04:35:48 PM »
My 2017 Suzuki Vstrom 650 had a fuel leak recall as well. Just needed a seal replacement. Appears that recalls are issued for any potential fuel leak. Which is a good thing.

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General Discussion / Re: Conversation with 'kymco parts monster'
« on: February 19, 2019, 06:31:18 PM »
Quote from: Stig on February 13, 2019, 02:25:15 PM
Spoke with a fellow at www.kymcopartsmonster.com this morning, the major Kymco parts source in the USA for many years.

They are "liquidating"....and this is not a temporary situation.
The fellow was not able to recommend an alternate source for Kymco parts - other than to say that there are "probably places in California or Florida" to try.

I thanked him for the great experiences which I've had with them for the past 6 years.

A sad business all around....


Are they liquidating all their manufacturers parts?

Stig

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General Discussion / Re: KymcoPartsMonster.com QUIT !!
« on: February 11, 2019, 05:17:01 PM »
I ordered filters and a few other parts to have on stand by. Bert's Mega Mall got those to me pretty quick.

I am not going to let all this bad news bother me and just enjoy my new scooter.

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General Discussion / Re: Xciting 400i Gear Oil Level Confirmation
« on: January 22, 2019, 06:14:13 AM »
Quote from: Stig on January 22, 2019, 01:35:34 AM
Did you measure the oil you removed?
Often a service manual will list two amounts....
one for an oil change, another -larger- amount for a rebuild refill.

It would be nice if the procedure was to just refill until it drips out - then cork it up. But not always the case....they specify an amount.

Stig

It says .20 Liter when changing and .23 Liter at factory. I didnt measure the oil removed.

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General Discussion / Xciting 400i Gear Oil Level Confirmation
« on: January 21, 2019, 11:00:02 PM »
I decided to do the first service this weekend on my 400i.

Before draining the gear box oil, I went for short ride to warm up the oil. Measured 200ml and filled the gear box. The oil started dripping out of the filler hole before the measured oil was used up. I waited for the oil to stop dripping and replaced the bolt.

Everything I see states that gear oil level is correct when its below the filler hole. The oil seems to be laying right on the lower part of filler hole threads.

For those of you who do your own fluid changes. Based on my description. Do you think the gear oil level is correct?

Thank you.

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General Discussion / Re: BMW's Scooters?
« on: January 03, 2019, 04:52:07 PM »
Quote from: john grinsel on December 27, 2018, 12:32:28 PM
Engine Kymco, complete power train?   I test rode the touring version....I am BMW owner since 1958---So,.. way over priced, maint. probably way high priced in US, air management fine with electric windshield, heavy, easy rear wheel removal

I rode the C650GT for about 2 months in 2013 as a loaner. Enjoyed very much. As with any BMW 2 wheeler, be prepared to pay higher than average maintenance costs. Especially major services.


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General Discussion / Re: New Southern California Xciting 400 Owner
« on: December 20, 2018, 12:41:27 AM »
Quote from: Clampett on December 19, 2018, 11:38:16 PM
Welcome.
Recommend the Givi widescreen.
Go ahead and order your oil filter(s). They are unique to the 400. May consider ordering an air filter ahead of time too.

Dealers here but no real support.
Still I Love this scooterand purchased it knowing the situation. It's my main ride.


Sent from my LG-H932 using Tapatalk

Thanks.

Where do you order filters?

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General Discussion / Re: New Southern California Xciting 400 Owner
« on: December 19, 2018, 10:14:04 PM »
Quote from: souzamoto on December 19, 2018, 09:46:42 PM
Weak dealer network? You have Chaparral in San Berdo, Berts in Covina, Scooter Dynasty in LA, PCH Powersport in Santa Monica and Pacific Motorsports in Harbor City. Not that weak.
CJS

You're right. 
I was just comparing to the other brands that are sold in the local area. Then I'm only talking about servicing locations.

In fact the Vespa/Piaggio/Genuine dealer also sells Yamaha, but doesn't want to sell the Xmax/Smax.
The local Suzuki/Yamaha dealer recently told me they are not stocking any scooters. Both are less than 10 miles from my home. There is a Honda dealer about the same distance. Not sure about their scooter inventory.





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