Hello...new Kymco owner here

[Homer3D]

Hello Kymco Forum,

My name is Jason from California. I just picked up a used 2015 Kymco Super8 150 with 1200 miles. I am actually new to the scooter world. My wife and I were vacationing in Denver, CO and we rented scooters (Kymco People 50) to check out the sites. It was so much fun that when we got back home I told her I wanted one. We were ready to buy new (a couple of Buddy 125's) but held off a bit to try to find something used. Found many cheap one out there (the ones from China) and some super expensive ones (Vespa) so I did a ton of research to make sure we picked up quality scooters.

The first one I bought was a used 2013 Lance Havana Classic 125cc with 1300 miles. Rode that for about 2 weeks while I searched for another one. Was not having too much luck and once again I was ready to pull the trigger on a new Buddy 125. I was actually heading to the Buddy dealer today when I decided to give another dealer a call who just happened to have a used Kymco.  Stopped by and BAM. Practically new 2015 Kymco Super8 150 with 1200 miles with windshield and SHAD top case. My wife says it is not as "cute" as the Buddy or Lance with it sharp lines but I like it. It was also serendipitous that the color scheme of the scooter matched my 10 year old helmet.

After all was said and done, the cost of the 2 used scooters was just about the same as the cost of 1 new Buddy 125. Pretty happy with our purchase and I hope to learn more on this forum.

[PaulF]

Welcome to the forum.  Great looking scooter, you should have a lot of fun on her.

Paul

[LidoCA]

That's a sharp looking Super 8.

[ScooterWolf]

Hey! Nice scooter! Welcome to the forum, and the scooter world as well. Scootering is very wide and deep among all the many brands and bikes and the people you meet and the roads you'll ride.

With a 150 do you need a license in CA, or just a permit?

- Wolf

[Homer3D]

With a 150 do you need a license in CA, or just a permit?

- Wolf

Apparently anything over 50cc you need a motorcycle license here. You can get away with a permit but it is only good for 1 year.

[Mr. Paul]

Welcome to the forum! That is a good looking scooter. I really like the black and white. Kymco makes quality scooters and in my opinion, you made a good purchase. Enjoy the ride and looking forward to hearing from you.

[CROSSBOLT]

Welcome! You will find answers here if you ever have any questions. Go take the MSF Basic Rider Course if you have not ridden for several years.

Karl

[pipster326]

The MSF course, is a good course. A lot of us forum users have taken it. The 150cc is nice, but if you want something bigger, down the road, you won't be limited.. Enjoy your ride!!!


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