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DennyB

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« on: July 07, 2017, 04:01:39 PM »
Hello all,
Just wanted to say and introduce myself.
Have been riding 2 wheelers since I was 14 (I'm now 56).
Everything from big twins, dirt bikes, Smaller bikes and scooters.
My last scooter was a Chinese 50 and was looking to upgrade.
Well, I was in a wreck with it and it forced the upgrade sooner than later.

Decent 50s are hard to find around here but I happened on a clean 08 People 50 2-stroke.
It Has been modified with (according to the previous owner) After market exaust, High performance valves (I have no idea what type) and has been re-jetted.
The work was done to the bike prior to the previous owner.

It gets to 30mph very quickly and continues to pull past 50mph. It may go faster but I was speeding at this point and really didn't want to over rev it.
I really like the way it handles with the 16" wheels. It's a slight bit motorcycle like.

Everyone on the forum seems really cool and respectful, and there is a wealth of knowledge here I'm sure will come in handy!

Anyway, Thanks for having me.
Denny

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« Reply #1 on: July 07, 2017, 04:12:08 PM »
Welcome aboard.
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« Reply #2 on: July 07, 2017, 04:26:38 PM »
Yes DennyB, a warm welcome to the Kymco Forum. You can find answers to just about any Kymco question you might have, here. Great bunch of folks on this site. Glad to have you.
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« Reply #3 on: July 07, 2017, 07:14:58 PM »
Welcome, Denny! SOMEONE here has an answer for whatever your question. Some of us don't sleep at night for fear something will be fogotten! Well, sort of......!

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« Reply #4 on: July 07, 2017, 07:55:09 PM »
welcome to you.
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« Reply #5 on: July 07, 2017, 08:36:58 PM »
Welcome to the group Denny!
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« Reply #6 on: July 08, 2017, 12:35:18 AM »
High Performance Valves? In a 2 Stroke? Ummmm...OK

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« Reply #7 on: July 08, 2017, 01:10:35 AM »
Welcome!

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« Reply #8 on: July 08, 2017, 11:42:30 AM »
High Performance Valves? In a 2 Stroke? Ummmm...OK

I was un familiar with that as well?
I imagine its possible.  IDK
I have been wrenching a long time but have very little internal experience on a 2 stroke.

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« Reply #9 on: July 08, 2017, 12:13:01 PM »
Hi Denny,
There's a lot of fun stuff going on here and we like challenges.  :-)

I'm curious about those high performance valves, too.

I never had a Kymco 50...
It must have a modified engine with reed valves for crankcase induction and many other performance parts to get that sort of speed.
Sounds like you got a good one !

Always better to avoid those crashes...
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« Reply #10 on: July 08, 2017, 07:43:41 PM »
Welcome Denny!
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« Reply #11 on: July 09, 2017, 01:18:18 AM »
Welcome  Denny !

Yep, respect for one another is first priority....then we talk scooters and riding.
Pleased that that came through to a new member.
A little lying about top speeds, our weight, age and MPG's comes next ;-)
Again, welcome.
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« Reply #12 on: July 09, 2017, 02:22:53 AM »
Welcome  Denny !

Yep, respect for one another is first priority....then we talk scooters and riding.
Pleased that that came through to a new member.
A little lying about top speeds, our weight, age and MPG's comes next ;-)
Again, welcome.
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I am 29 years old, an athletic 165 lbs, and my People 150 goes 85 MPH uphill sir! And I never lie.  ;)
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« Reply #13 on: July 09, 2017, 11:12:07 AM »




I am 29 years old, an athletic 165 lbs, and my People 150 goes 85 MPH uphill sir! And I never lie.  ;)
Have you had to refuel yet?
I'm  at 4 yrs so far, still showing half a tank.
(Thinking about asking Kathy to the Prom. Wish me luck!)
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« Reply #14 on: July 09, 2017, 05:45:46 PM »
Have you had to refuel yet?
I'm  at 4 yrs so far, still showing half a tank.
(Thinking about asking Kathy to the Prom. Wish me luck!)
Stig



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