Mine started doing the same thing over the weekend. I could hear it charging, but the starter wouldn't rotate. Takes about 6 tries or so. I'll try the same fix this afternoon. As for everyone saying the warranty isn't transferable, that's not what Kymco told me. I bought a 2012 Like200i used in April with 2,000 miles on it, originally sold in October of 2011. I emailed and asked if the 2 year warranty is transferable and this is what they said...
"We, KYMCO USA, Inc., would be able to transfer any remaining manufacturer's warranty upon receipt of the VIN and the new owner's name, address & phone #.
If Extended Warranty was purchased by the original owner, that would need to be transferred with our partner, Cornerstone. Contact information on this should be on the extended warranty contract, if applicable."
I've still got to send it to them and get in touch with my local shop.
Thanks for the info on the fix!