super 8 150

[Al Grande]

I'm thinking about buying that new hot looking super 8 150 scooter. The problem is that I'm 5 feet 11 1/2 inches tall and 340 pounds, and this will be my first bike (will take the Basic Rider Course this January '09). Will this bike be too small for me? I emailed the local KYMCO dealer in my city and they said it might be a little tight but can easily carry me as long as I don't plan on performing any crazy stunts. They tried hard to push the People 200 on me, but that's about a thousand dollars more than the super 8 150, and uglier.

Are there any heavy people out there who are riding any of these Kymco 150 bikes? If there are, please, I would like your input both good and bad.

 

[Ronin]

The Super 8 150 is a great scooter, but it's a classic hot rod -- big(er) engine in a small(er) frame. I sat on one yesterday at the Michigan Motorcycle Show and I was surprised how tight the seating was. Also, I found that my size 10 Doc Marten steel toes didn't fit in the place where your feet are supposed to go. My Agility 125 is much more roomy... but is probably not enough engine for you. Try Craigslist or a dealer that carries multiple brands to see and sit on the biggest engine in the largest frame that fits your budget. I'd consider the P200/250 and the Sym 200HD for the combination of frame and engine size that you might need to be comfortable in traffic. Going used for scooters of this quality is generally not a problem in my experience.
Good luck!
 

[kymco52]

I will let you know stay in touch. I am 250+ on my new super 8 150... I have logged some miles now and will tell you the scooter is great. I love the handling. I am 250 plus and size 12 shoe and for around town it goes. You will have no trouble.

[klaviator]

I'm 6-2 and have size 12 feet.  I fit on my Super 8 just fine.

[Portland Steve]

You should be fine.  Just set the preload on the shocks to max!  Your dealer can help you set it properly.
Too bad on the stunts though.  I would pay money to see a 340 lb dude pop a wheely on a Super 8.
Good luck.

[old geezer]

[old mod]

Ouch...i feel for that poor little scoot!!