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For Sale / Downtown Windshield $50 SOLD
« on: February 18, 2018, 06:22:48 PM »
Used about one month.  Includes continent USPS shipping.
PM me, I should get the email.

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Downtown 300 / Trading in ....
« on: February 14, 2018, 11:09:55 PM »
... for the Kawasaki Versys 300.  Currently have 21K miles on the Downtown, only unusual repair was replacing the steering head bearings, never did that on any previous rides.  Enjoyed this bike and it's excellent for commuting and touring.  This was used as my backup bike to Vermont (2,700 miles).

I will trust that the Versys can backup my primary touring bike, 300cc does not bother me at all.

A riding observation with the Downtown.  On twisties there is no engine braking so you have to drag the rear brake.  Here is the kicker, just back off on the throttle a small amount as you apply the rear brake.  The pulleys still stay in contact and create a drag effect, yes the belt is wearing , but so does your clutch on a standard motorcycle.  If you just close the throttle the pulleys free up and no belt drag.

Will be checking in here from time to time.   Ride Safe and Have Fun !!

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People GT 300i / Downtown vs GT ... differences
« on: June 15, 2017, 04:07:02 PM »
OK, Kymco got the names confused they should be switched ... lol.

Styling, subjective, imo the GT is classic and better.

If most of your riding is in town/short then the GT is superb else
switch to the Downtown.

Downtown has more fuel and much easier to re-fill, I carry a spare
gallon on the seat tied with ROK straps when going longer distances on
the GT.   Downtown allows more seating positions than the GT which
translates to more comfort on longer rides.  The GT is quicker/lighter/faster
than the Downtown.  There is a noticeable difference in the variatior/clutch
on the GT, it grabs quicker.  The GT has a buzz in the seat at high RPMs
that numbs my butt,  I have just added some foam? padding to the seat
points , will see if that helps.

Same drive trains but the scoots are setup differently.

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People GT 300i / rear fender (actual, license plate area) removal
« on: March 26, 2017, 05:57:39 PM »
Thinking of painting the rear fender , not the wheel hugger.    Looking at how its attached.   Searched , looking for parts breakout and in the maintenance manual but cannot find a good  picture on how its attached.   Hope its simple from just the underside .

Any help would be appreciated.

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For Sale / KYMCO Downtown 300i Mirrors $50, SOLD SOLD
« on: October 23, 2016, 10:13:37 PM »
Stock from a 2012 Downtown.   These have the leds  which are the turn signals.
Both mirrors, excellent condition, shipping included , continental U.S.

Use Private Message  (PM) to respond


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Downtown 300 / Strange noise, yea Halloween is near
« on: September 20, 2016, 04:11:11 PM »
After riding with the scooter parked I hear a low tone coming from under the middle of the seat pan.
It lasts for about 5 seconds and then re-occurs about 4 minutes later.   
This continues for a while.

Leaning toward some sort of pressure buildup, but the sound is not near the gas cap.

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Downtown 300 / long trip and a surprise
« on: September 20, 2016, 04:05:20 PM »
Just finished 2,500 miles in seven days.   No problems with the scooter.
The group I was riding with the smallest m/c was 1000cc.
The pleasant surprise, I averaged 70 MPG when driving at 70-75 MPH on the
interstates.

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People GT 300i / Check Spare Fuses
« on: August 17, 2016, 01:30:06 AM »
The fuse box is located next to the battery in the floorboard.

I blew the 14amp lighting circuit, pulled the spare one and still did not work.

Checked the spare fuse (with an ohm meter) , it was bad.   All in all 3 out 4 spare
fuses were bad altho they 'looked' good.

FYI

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People GT 300i / PUIG TS and TG windshields
« on: August 09, 2016, 01:49:54 PM »
This has been EDITED and corrected.     

Ordered via EBAY a TG model #5593W they shipped me a TS model #6848W.
OK, the only difference between the two is the TG is larger.
The mounting hardware is the same.

The screen and hardware appear to be of good quality.

Problem with the mounting bracket, the holes for the re-located mirror mounts are greater than 10mm unthreaded.  The GTI mirrors bolt ends are 10mm x 1.25.   They did not ship part #16 M10 x 1.25 nut.

I went to the hardware store and got 10mm x 1.25 nuts and lock washers.  I will use some plastic tubing to fill the too large mounting bracket hole.   IMO, you could probably wind dental floss around the mirror bolt end to fill and tighten the mounting.

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Downtown 300 / better mirrors (if you moved your turn signals)
« on: June 22, 2016, 02:43:56 AM »
Years ago , I moved the turn signals to a 45lite LEDs in the fairing.   I did not like the mirrors, at times, you must lean back to see the mirrors.   When I installed the Biondi Windscreen, I mounted some Suzuki 600 mirrors directly to the windscreen ... looks better, improved rear vision field and you only need to move your eyes.

I found this Taiwan site the other day, I have not used them so cannot vouch for them.

They have mirrors with what appears to be a bracket that mounts to the windscreen bolts.
You would have to had moved your turn signals to the fairing to make use of these.

https://taiwanbigscootershop.com/products/t-b-s-s-kymco-dowmtown-moved-forward-mirror-systema1?variant=1022879961

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People GT 300i / Trade ?
« on: February 27, 2014, 04:49:18 PM »
Anyone considering trading your GT 300i for a Downtown 300i ?
Why?
I am one of those guys that change bikes.  Don't really use the under seat storage,
I use the top box.  I think the handling/ride would be more to my liking with
the 16" wheels.  Do not want to take a bath with the dealer.  My sig should describe
the changes I have made.

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Downtown 300 / 10,000 Miles .... issues and observations
« on: July 27, 2013, 12:03:36 AM »
Had a previous post but thought I would start a new one.  Ok, scoot is running kinda of slow, felt like belt was slipping especially at initial acceleration from stop. 

Pulled the covers and looked at the var-clutch-belt stuff.  First off the entire area was very clean, I was amazed.  Both pulleys look almost new, no marks or scuffs or ridge build-up.  I did not measure belt wear but I did observe at idle the belt would make a whup-whup sound and was moving from side to side on the front pulley.  I am ordering a new belt (probably put it on at 12-14k miles, will also order a new clutch spring or possibly upgrade with a slighty stronger spring. 

Re-checked the air cleaner since I had earlier noticed oil being sucked into it from the rear drive.  I vacumned the air filter, removed some of the black oil from the surface.  Will order a new spare but will only replace when I think the old one is done.

So, the bike was running a little smoother, also I was now rolling on the throttle deliberately from a stop.  This was Ok, but my old top end speed was usually 6,000 rpm for 60 mph and 7,000 rpm for 70mph, now it was taking more rpms to reach speed.   Hmmm.

I replaced the standard CR7E plug with a CR7EIX (iridium).  The old plug had just a tiny speck of metal left where the ground anode was supposed to be, so much for requiring correct spark plug gap, (lol).

Now back to 6,000 rpm for 60 mpg ... etc.


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Downtown 300 / front tire, clutch noise, oil spew
« on: June 20, 2013, 11:35:29 PM »
Replaced the front tire (8400 miles) , yippee the Metzler is much better.  Will replace the rear with a Metzler next month.
Noticed a noise from the rear clutch area, sounds like the belt is slipping.  ideas ?
Oil oozing from the rear bolt that holds the air cleaner on.  It appears that there is a tube from the rear drive gear that goes back into the air clearner.  Ideas ?
Been riding once a week (motorcycles) with a group over the back roads they are surprised I can keep up ... lol.

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Downtown 300 / downtown 300i with mods photos ... i hope
« on: November 15, 2011, 02:46:59 AM »
learning the digital camera   ::)

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General Discussion / Bike History, the (im) perfect two wheelers
« on: September 22, 2011, 04:31:55 PM »
Just wanted to relate some personal bike history.  It could be useful for new riders.  My fitment is a 29" inseam which eliminates a fair number of bikes.  Must have smooth throttle control/response, mostly in town riding with week-weekend trips.  Usual issues for me is the seat (height usually) and the windshield.
 
Current  :  2012 DT 300i  , new shows great potential
                1993 Suzuki VX800, a less expensive BMW R80

Previous:   2008 Burgman Exec, better on the road than in town, nits: throttle   
                                          down shifting, windshield, weight                                       
                2005 Burgman 400, great fit for me, nits: windshield, rear shock travel
                2003 Suzuki SV650, Quick   nits: light weight on the highways.
                200? Hyosung  GV650 only cruiser, great value  nits: engine heat,
                                               could not find replacement handlebars
                1987 BMW R80   great road bike
                1976 BMW R60/6  great road bike, good in town nits: this applies to
                        the R series BMWs, clunky clutch/transmission
                1975 Yamaha RD350 great road and city bike nits: light weight on the
                         highways
                           

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