Buyers Remorse, sort of.

[djpo]

I got my Kymco Like 200i (gosh that's a mouthful) 2 weeks ago. I'm happy with it, but have always wanted a Vespa. I just didn't want to spend the $. So Kymco was a good compromise for me.

Well, Vespa announced their 70th anniversary editions for the Vespa GTS 300 ABS starting at $6,999. And the color has got me drooling. Pic below.


Well, it's still 4 grand more than I paid for the Kymco so I'll keep enjoying the Like for another year or two and then upgrade to my dream scoot.

[CROSSBOLT]

Your Like will serve you well if my wife's and Stig's is any indication, among others.

Karl

[mclark999]

You can get a really nice paint job for a lot less than three grand

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[TLRam1]

If that is you in the avatar you will look good on that. Vespa sells a work of art, if it calls your name, I say get it when the time is right.

[Stig / Major Tom]

Is that one of the "80mph" Vespas?
80 on 12" wheels and a scoot 7mm longer than a LIKE200i !! I'd want 10 more inches of wheelbase at those speeds.
Vespas are superb looking machines - wish KYMCO would spray some colors similar to the Italians. Would not cost one dong more ! Anyone who can buy a new Vespa can afford the service fees.

Also, the Vespa seats are amazing - if KYMCO were to offer different seat coverings and some VESPA-like earth colors they'd be a good seller - especially if parked in the same showroom with a $8K (OTD) VESPA.
Vespas make people goofy - like this gal warming herself next to a hot Vespa??
Stig

[djpo]

If that is you in the avatar you will look good on that. Vespa sells a work of art, if it calls your name, I say get it when the time is right.

LOL. No I took a random photo of someone to use as my avatar. LOL... / Thanks  still LOL

[NJrider]

Ok, I think I am fairly qualified to respond to this considering I have both a Kymco Like 200i and a Vespa GTS.  Here is my take on it, the Vespa is AMAZING!  It can do 70-80mph and is stable on the highway.  It feels more solid, comfortable, and roomier than my Like.  Now that being said, I LOVE the Like!  My like came in it at UNDER $3000 OTD.  You would be lucky to see the Vespa for $7000 OTD, more like $8k as everyone has stated.  My OTD Price included the chrome side guards, windscreen, and under seat storage bag (those are big $$$ on a GTS).  Another thing, the like comes with a top case and the Vespa does not - add another $400 or so for that.  Based on all this, the Kymco is a STEAL compared to the Vespa.  You could feasibly get 3 Kymco's for the price of a single Vespa GTS or 2 for the price of the Vespa LX...  Both Kymco and Vespa have a 2 year warranty BTW.

Now understand I am not a Kymco fan boy- I am a hard core European bike and car enthusiast.  I have had quite a few Vespa's and loved them all and they have been ultra reliable.  I also dislike Asian bikes and cars in general and I consider them imitations of American and European inventions or innovations.  However if the price is that much lower I am more than willing to "settle" for a copy.  As for Kymco, how bad can they be, they are building engines for BMW and many others....  Just my 10 cents on the subject, enjoy your Like 200i it is a great little machine.

I got my Kymco Like 200i (gosh that's a mouthful) 2 weeks ago. I'm happy with it, but have always wanted a Vespa. I just didn't want to spend the $. So Kymco was a good compromise for me.

Well, Vespa announced their 70th anniversary editions for the Vespa GTS 300 ABS starting at $6,999. And the color has got me drooling. Pic below.


Well, it's still 4 grand more than I paid for the Kymco so I'll keep enjoying the Like for another year or two and then upgrade to my dream scoot.

[Stig / Major Tom]

Ok, I think I am fairly qualified to respond to this considering I have both a Kymco Like 200i and a Vespa GTS.  Here is my take on it, the Vespa is AMAZING!  It can do 70-80mph and is stable on the highway.  It feels more solid, comfortable, and roomier than my Like.  Now that being said, I LOVE the Like!  My like came in it at UNDER $3000 OTD.  You would be lucky to see the Vespa for $7000 OTD, more like $8k as everyone has stated.  My OTD Price included the chrome side guards, windscreen, and under seat storage bag (those are big $$$ on a GTS).  Another thing, the like comes with a top case and the Vespa does not - add another $400 or so for that.  Based on all this, the Kymco is a STEAL compared to the Vespa.  You could feasibly get 3 Kymco's for the price of a single Vespa GTS or 2 for the price of the Vespa LX...  Both Kymco and Vespa have a 2 year warranty BTW.

Now understand I am not a Kymco fan boy- I am a hard core European bike and car enthusiast.  I have had quite a few Vespa's and loved them all and they have been ultra reliable.  I also dislike Asian bikes and cars in general and I consider them imitations of American and European inventions or innovations.  However if the price is that much lower I am more than willing to "settle" for a copy.  As for Kymco, how bad can they be, they are building engines for BMW and many others....  Just my 10 cents on the subject, enjoy your Like 200i it is a great little machine.

Great post!
Thanks for your input. ....esp from your unique perspective.
Stig

[TroutBum]

OP I went through the same thing as you when I bought my Like over a Vespa. Coming from motorcycles I wasn't usre if a scooter was for me and I did not want to spent the $ to find out so the Kymco won out. I can honestly say after nearly 4 years and 13,000 miles I have no more regretes. The Like has been an amazing littel runner. In 2018 Vespa will release a new GTS and I will probably add that to my stable. The Like I decided stays until she can run no more. She's earned her keeps.

[djpo]

OP I went through the same thing as you when I bought my Like over a Vespa. Coming from motorcycles I wasn't usre if a scooter was for me and I did not want to spent the $ to find out so the Kymco won out. I can honestly say after nearly 4 years and 13,000 miles I have no more regretes. The Like has been an amazing littel runner. In 2018 Vespa will release a new GTS and I will probably add that to my stable. The Like I decided stays until she can run no more. She's earned her keeps.

Nice. Thanks.

[djpo]

Ok, I think I am fairly qualified to respond to this considering I have both a Kymco Like 200i and a Vespa GTS.  Here is my take on it, the Vespa is AMAZING!  It can do 70-80mph and is stable on the highway.  It feels more solid, comfortable, and roomier than my Like.  Now that being said, I LOVE the Like!  My like came in it at UNDER $3000 OTD.  You would be lucky to see the Vespa for $7000 OTD, more like $8k as everyone has stated.  My OTD Price included the chrome side guards, windscreen, and under seat storage bag (those are big $$$ on a GTS).  Another thing, the like comes with a top case and the Vespa does not - add another $400 or so for that.  Based on all this, the Kymco is a STEAL compared to the Vespa.  You could feasibly get 3 Kymco's for the price of a single Vespa GTS or 2 for the price of the Vespa LX...  Both Kymco and Vespa have a 2 year warranty BTW.

Now understand I am not a Kymco fan boy- I am a hard core European bike and car enthusiast.  I have had quite a few Vespa's and loved them all and they have been ultra reliable.  I also dislike Asian bikes and cars in general and I consider them imitations of American and European inventions or innovations.  However if the price is that much lower I am more than willing to "settle" for a copy.  As for Kymco, how bad can they be, they are building engines for BMW and many others....  Just my 10 cents on the subject, enjoy your Like 200i it is a great little machine.

Excellent comparison. Thanks for taking the time to provide your 10 cents

[Groversmith]

Not to be a buzz kill but you can buy an used economy car for $8k. $4k is a lot of money for a cute paint job and leather handles...

[djpo]

Not to be a buzz kill but you can buy an used economy car for $8k. $4k is a lot of money for a cute paint job and leather handles...

I'm used to having a "like" button. But in lieu of that,

[TroutBum]

Here's a link to another forum showing one of the members who purchased the 70th anniversary GTS. http://modernvespa.com/forum/post2076315#2076315

[Stig / Major Tom]

Here's a link to another forum showing one of the members who purchased the 70th anniversary GTS. http://modernvespa.com/forum/post2076315#2076315

I like the red one that murdered the sheep.
Stig