Yager 200i - Initial Comments

[Wil B.]

Just a few random initial observations for those who have the Yager on their shopping list:

1.  The, um, styling looks much better in person!  Then again, when you are the rider, you don't have to look at the front end!

2.  The grayish-silver model I chose has a bit of sparkle in the paint which looks really cool in direct sunlight.

3.  The dashboard is one of the nicest I've ever seen on a scooter with a warm blue glow at night.  Functional and awesome to look at.  And the speedometer is very accurate when checked with a GPS.

4.  The turnsignals front and rear are nicely integrated and are not add-ons to be Fed compliant like my Super 9 and some other Kymco models.

5.  The seat looks very nice, but I can already tell it's gonna be tough to last over 30-40 minutes on it.

6.  The Yager has a very nice ride compared to the 50cc Super 9 and the handling and brakes appear to be top notch.

7.  The luggage rack appears to be useless, I'll eventually order the Givi rack and trunk as others on this forum have done.

8.  So far, I have had no problems or issues and the finish and assembly of the scoot appears to be first rate with nice touches everywhere.

9.  Instantaneous starting due to the fuel injection.

10.  I'm pretty gentle breaking in machinery, although I have taken the Yager up to 55mph with a burst up to 60mph.  Engine has plenty of power, and I have no doubt will be able to go 65-70mph after break-in.  Over 50-55mph the scoot is a little twitchy due to the 12" and 13" wheels.  This is not a scooter for long trips at top speed on any 'limited-access' highway.  But it will be fine for stretches of 50-55mph roads and definately a blast on 55mph back roads.  It is NOT a maxi scoot though.

That's all for today.  I can't wait for the weather to clear.  I plan on 'parking' the car this summer!
Wil B.
Broadview, IL

'71 Moto Guzzi Ambassador
'91 Honda Nighthawk 750
'04 Kymco Super 9 (my baby)
'10 Yager 200 i  NEW!!!!


"What are we here for?   We're all here ....TO GO!"   -Wm. Burroughs

[Yager E]

I really like my Yager. I have about 400 miles on it, with Givi trunk/fitment rack. Lots of room for groceries and the cages will be parked for most of the 8 miles to town this summer. Tons of underseat storage and with the trunk, seven grocery bags are no problem. I have other bikes but this one is the best for commuter, errands, etc. Very smooth, economical and fun to ride. Just wish I didn't have to go at least 100 miles for a decent dealership.

This photo is of our Yager at a Patriot Guard Riders function at a race for Georgia's Fallen Heroes. We camped out nearby and put her on the back of our RV, then drove to the event. I usually show up on a Harley so I took some good natured grief!

[Hoolander2]

I've liked the Yager's styling all along.  Futeristic looking in my opinion. 

[aidanpryde18]

The styling is definitely a love or hate thing. I love the look of it.

I don't know if I have a tough butt from cycling for a couple of years or what, but I think the seat is pretty comfy. Usually on longer rides I wear my cycling shorts so I'm sure they help too.

Everything else you said, I agree with 100%. I'm moving up to a Downtown here soon because I wish I had a couple more mph. I can run on a small freeway at 65 but I don't like how small it feels on the big slab. If I had the money I would keep it and pick up a full-size bike for longer trips, but since I don't the Downtown is a great compromise.

[ddrg]

Yager E - could you post a picture of your Givi trunk / fitment rack?

I really like my Yager. I have about 400 miles on it, with Givi trunk/fitment rack. Lots of room for groceries and the cages will be parked for most of the 8 miles to town this summer. Tons of underseat storage and with the trunk, seven grocery bags are no problem. I have other bikes but this one is the best for commuter, errands, etc. Very smooth, economical and fun to ride. Just wish I didn't have to go at least 100 miles for a decent dealership.

This photo is of our Yager at a Patriot Guard Riders function at a race for Georgia's Fallen Heroes. We camped out nearby and put her on the back of our RV, then drove to the event. I usually show up on a Harley so I took some good natured grief!

Thanks!
Duncan

[Yager200i]

I like the seat arrangement, too, generally. When stopping, it's much easier to put a foot down than on my old scooter... had to swing my leg out and around the seat and it was a bit awkward. And the seat is built more sturdily than my old scooter's seat (the bottom shell of the seat cracked wide open on the old scooter). And it's about as comfortable as the old one.

That said, I'm a bit too tall, and I sit right on that little ridge that rises up to the passenger part of the seat. So, I'm thinking of taking it apart and shaving the padding back a few inches to accomodate my height comfortably. Not sure if that'll change how the cover fits, though.

Do they make other seats for this scooter than can just be bolted on? One long one without a rise in the rear of the seat would be ideal.