Few more things.
They team that wrote the owners manual either didn't know what they were doing or got confused between models.
I'm mentally picturing 2 Thai guys in suit/tie sitting in a corner of their office laughing their butts off because their boss doesn't know English and they pulled one off.
Manual says to push the MODE button to cycle between ODO, Trips A/B, and oil change interval.
After trying multiple combinations, I found that pressing and holding the ADJ button to get the next item.
Pressing MODE/ADJ together will zero the trip.
If on the ODO display, pressing and holding the MODE will change mph/kph.
On the ODO display, pressing/holding MODE/ADJ gets to the set clock.
So far, I've not found the air temp and avg mpg display.
That page of the manual is going to be covered with notes as a reminder for me later, or for the next owner.
Back to the mirrors. Saw that someone else put the extensions on them but the rubber caps were all catty wampus after that.
After a hour of tinkering, I found that repositioning the whole mirror more forward(rotating toward the fairing), then adjusting the actual mirror made it more usable.
Both mirrors are the wide view (Objects may be closer than they appear) type and have the warning on them
Now that I've got them adjusted, they are still too close, BUT they are more pleasing and usable rather than a view of just my chest and the road edge.
I love the center stand. I've had Elite to Burgman scooters and never had one so easy to put on the center stand.
The rear tire does come off the ground, but when you place it on the stand, you'll do a double take the first time to make sure.
Ok, exaggeration just a bit, but I did take it off and do it again immediately because I wasn't sure it was so easy.
Easy storage solution #1. A got a fanny pack and sat it between the handle bars, wrapped the strap up, behind and then around to the outside of the bars then under (side facing me) and back to the other side. The fanny pack sits right in the middle. Easy to take off and strap to me. I used this previously on my B650E.
#2. Ok, don't know yet, but the wood is burning.
Most of you know, but just in case there is one that wants to know, the bars are 7/8" if you want to buy new grips. I already replaced mine with the Pro Grip 714.
Well, for now that's what is on it. I got a shelf full of grips and always changing them depending on if riding local, long distance, or expecting to hit twisties more.
Funny how different grips can make a big difference in the feel/feed back from the scoot/bike.
If anyone wants the torque specs, let me know and I'll get you the info. Pretty sure I can't post a copy from the shop manual here due to copyright restrictions.
I found the display strange when I first sat on the Xciting. After 30+ minutes, I found the positioning of the information oddly better than the Swing.
I just glance and the info kinda jumps out without trying to focus on it. FYI: I'm an old fart wearing bifocals and the only two things that are easy for me to focus on are big mountains and bikini's.
I live on a tar/gravel road. It is one mile before I reach smooth tarmac. This little scooter is much smoother than all except the Burger on this road. Even my big V4 Honda gave me jarring feedback through the handlebars. No, not smooth like a Goldwing, but still better than one(me?) would expect from a 400cc scoot.
One odd thing about the underseat storage. When I place my helmet under the seat, there is enough room, BUT it tends to slide out of place where the seat will hit it
prior to my closing the seat.
I have to hold it in place or have something else to hold it in place or it will move toward the front and be in a shallow place where the seat doesn't close.
The seat latch is nice. One hook on each side of the seat. It closes and stays nice and snug. On most others, there is one hood and the seat can tend to wobble a bit if it doesn't seat well when closed. More miles will see if it loosens up or stays put. As of now, I prefer it to the Honda version.
The seat can be opened while running by pushing down on the key, then turning left. I finally don't have to stop the engine or use a separate key.
The manual says the LED under the seat stays on, but mine goes off after about a minute. Surprised me the first time. Didn't have a watch to check the time, but that is plenty of time and don't have to worry about it wearing the battery down like the Swing.
There is a small button on the left of the key switch to press after removing the key that will activate a spring loaded cover. It works great, but to me it appears a bit flimsy. I don't know how to describe it. It works well, so it may just be me, but due to this feeling I'll be using it sparingly. I do have the five year extended warranty so I guess could play with it a little extra to see if my fears are founded......
Due to the extra seat height, riding with my feet on the flat portion of the boards doesn't feel like my knees are too high. I only have a 28" inseam and can't flat foot when stopped, but while riding it is very comfortable.
Later...
