SUPER 9 TOP SPEED CHECKED BY GPS

[0BARK4322]

I TOOK OUT MY GPS TO CHECKED THE TOP SPEED WITH JUST A (BOSS DRIVE CHANGE) AND THE TOP SPEED WAS 46-47 MPH AT THROTTLE LOCKED AND A 2 MILE RUN. THE SPEEPOMETER SAID 51 MPH, NOT BAD FOR JUST A $20 BUCK MODIFICATION-----TOP SPEED 46-47 MPH BY GPS

[wordslinger]

...awesome!!

..and the really awesome thing is, your scoot has the potential for 30+% more!!!...


 

[buzzbomb]

Congratulations! My stock Super 9 a/c goes exactly 37 MPH, indicated 44MPH. Verified with my TomTom, WOT, level ground, moderate headwind which I couldn't measure, and about a 1 mile stretch of flat road.
But, I am working on it........heh heh!!
BTW- I have seen a couple of of S9s for sale with a supposed top speed of 55 or so- are these guys reading the kilometer scale by mistake? They don't brag about a lot of modifications, so is a speed of 55 MPH on a stock S9 really that far off? Like I said, I'm getting 37MPH....VERIFIED.
AND, while we're on this subject, why didn't Kymco just use an American MPH scale (yes I said American because really how many other countries use Miles per hour anyways?)- would really make life easier for us neglected non - metric people.My German cars all sport MPH as the dominant scale on the gauges...

[wordslinger]

so is a speed of 55 MPH on a stock S9 really that far off?

..hell no, it's not that far off..

..especially for a liquid cooled...

..S9s were dsigned for racing, i do believe...

..dang, i've ran 52 verified on my A50...

[0BARK4322]

Congratulations! My stock Super 9 a/c goes exactly 37 MPH, indicated 44MPH. Verified with my TomTom, WOT, level ground, moderate headwind which I couldn't measure, and about a 1 mile stretch of flat road.
But, I am working on it........heh heh!!
BTW- I have seen a couple of of S9s for sale with a supposed top speed of 55 or so- are these guys reading the kilometer scale by mistake? They don't brag about a lot of modifications, so is a speed of 55 MPH on a stock S9 really that far off? Like I said, I'm getting 37MPH....VERIFIED.
AND, while we're on this subject, why didn't Kymco just use an American MPH scale (yes I said American because really how many other countries use Miles per hour anyways?)- would really make life easier for us neglected non - metric people.My German cars all sport MPH as the dominant scale on the gauges...

ONLY 37 MPH-----WHAT MOD'S DID YOU DO

[buzzbomb]

ONLY 37 MPH-----WHAT MOD'S DID YOU DO

Well, so far I have replaced the CDI module with a GY6- based "no rev limit" module, but I see no difference whatsoever. I am currently researching my variator options, as zombie has patiently explained to me in another thread, so I will be doing the variator, clutch springs and torque spring. I think it will help a lot, and then my next step is carb jetting. I think this air cooled S9 has a pretty small carb on it. But, yes, 37 MPH is my top speed. Kind of depressing, actually. Maybe the least desirable mod is ME- too many pizzas???
Of course, the Airsal 73cc kit and tecnigas pipe will be forthcoming.....
Hey, I am open to suggestions. I am reading every forum I can find, and have learned a lot here and elsewhere, so keep it coming!!
I still think some people read their speedo and assume the big numbers are MILES per hour.....Of course, all of us here know better, but I'm just sayin.... some stuff on Craigslist is kind of iffy!

[wordslinger]

...wish my A50 WOULD run 90 mph...

..   ..

[Areomyst]

The main difference that you will notice with the CDI is going down a long hill.  Normally the bike would hit the rev limit.  I've had mixed reviews on the GY6 CDI.  Some have had awesome results, others say they can't tell a difference.  One guy thought it got worse.  I have used them myself several times, and haven't had a bad experience yet.  The AC bikes did seem to perform a little better with the stock LC CDI, but it's not a plug and play modification to make that older CDI work.  You have to re-wire the connectors where the harness plugs into the CDI.   

~Josh

[0BARK4322]

BUZZBOMB YOU NEED TO CHANGE YOUR BOSS DRIVE THEN YOU WILL BE HAPPY   

[buzzbomb]

BUZZBOMB YOU NEED TO CHANGE YOUR BOSS DRIVE THEN YOU WILL BE HAPPY   

Yes, I have the fix in the pipeline as we speak. Of course, the restricted drive was removed by the dealer already. New variator, Malossi Delta clutch, and Malossi torque spring are in the mail! Now, to fine tune the rollers; I have no experience in this operation, but with the help I have around here and a couple other forums I will get it done!
In another thread Zombie was kind enough to give me help choosing some parts- I am confident that this thing will fly when we get done with it.
Like I said before- this site ROCKS!!

[0BARK4322]

SOUNDS GRRRRREAT------YOU WILL LOVE THOSE MOD'S  45-50 MPS AT LEAST 

[zombie]

Thanks for the props Buzz. The cdi may still hold you back, and there are a few options there, but your scoot can EASILY maintain 60mph with the stock jug. I've seen alot of your posts, and have to say this forum has a lot better input than the kids that are going in circles every time you ask a ?. I saw one that went on almost 15 replies, and no one answered you ?. I'm not trying to blow any ill wind, just laughing at those that do. Just hold on tight for your first ride Bro!

[buzzbomb]

Thanks for the props Buzz. The cdi may still hold you back, and there are a few options there, but your scoot can EASILY maintain 60mph with the stock jug. I've seen alot of your posts, and have to say this forum has a lot better input than the kids that are going in circles every time you ask a ?. I saw one that went on almost 15 replies, and no one answered you ?. I'm not trying to blow any ill wind, just laughing at those that do. Just hold on tight for your first ride Bro!

Zombie, I am eagerly awaiting the shakedown run with my new clutch components- thanks to you and this forum, of course!
60 mph with this setup? Are you for real??? I am getting no sleep as it is, this will not help, my friend!!!
BTW- I can already tell the new CDI does let it rev higher on downhills, I installed a tach from ebay, and my normal WOT is around 7200 on the flat, and it will rev on downhills, till the hill runs out. I think it should help.
Stay tuned......

[0BARK4322]

60 MPH WITHOUT CHANGING THE CARBS    ZOBBIE-WHAT THE -------I GOT TO SEE THAT----LET US KNOW AND TRY TO USE A GPS WHEN YOU CLOCK YOUR SPEED---THAT WILL BE GREAT 

[zombie]

Buzz will have to get into a few other mods, but I mean the stock 50cc jug will maintain 60mph. The 9 is one hell of a scoot.