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our LIKE200i was designed in Italy by Massimo Zaniboni
« on: April 26, 2022, 01:53:40 PM »
His first rendering of our LIKE as submitted to KYMCO @ 2008.


BELOW: the body style as they came into production in 2009.
Obviously his assignment was to draw a scooter which was reminiscent of Lambrettas and Vespas. (it has been said that the LIKE looks like it could be their kid :)
The 50cc version preceded the 163cc "200i" in N. America. South America, Asia and Europe were getting 125cc versions. Not sure when Europe was finally able to buy the 163cc model.
Twin f/r disc brakes w/braided lines provide amazing & easily modulated stopping power. Instant all-weather starts with EFI. Air/cooled trouble-free simplicity. The battery is under the floor and the tank is under the seat. It is also very easy to service!


The sleek little 1997 People came from his pen.


Massimo also worked on designs for Italjet, Moto Guzzi, Suzuki, Piaggio, and on various Kymcos - among others.




1999 Italjet Grifon 900


2000 Moto Guzzi Dragon


Zaniboni and Kymco combined for a classic looking and very reliable (& robust) modern scooter.

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Re: our LIKE200i was designed in Italy by Massimo Zaniboni
« Reply #1 on: April 26, 2022, 02:58:43 PM »
Italian flair sure enough!
Regards & ride safe,
Neil

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Re: our LIKE200i was designed in Italy by Massimo Zaniboni
« Reply #2 on: April 26, 2022, 04:17:32 PM »
A beautiful design well executed!  ;)
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Re: our LIKE200i was designed in Italy by Massimo Zaniboni
« Reply #3 on: April 26, 2022, 04:18:20 PM »
The main design que on the Like200i was from the Vespa, which Kymco had one sitting in the design area while working on the Like
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