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General Discussion / Scooter stolen. Good bye Kymco?
« on: August 24, 2017, 01:46:15 AM »
Hi folks,
I have been with this forum for quite a while now and must say that it is a great place for all Kymco owners and those who want to become one.
But my time here might be coming to an end/interruption. Reason: My People GT 300i got stolen two weeks ago downtown Boston.
Anger and financial loss aside, I am now in desperate need of a new ride. What to get next?
There are not a lot of options in the larger displacement category out there.
Another People 300? While fun when riding fast, it always felt chunky when going slow in traffic or pushing it on the lawn, sidewalk etc. Also, the jerky clutch issue was driving me nuts (didn't have time to take care of it).
Biggest thing though is that I feel that there is bad luck on this model now. I don't want the thieves to chuckle because there's a second chance for the same sweet ride.
A SYM HD 200? I rode it and it was great, but it has some issues that are far worse than a jerky clutch. And 170cc is a bit meh on the highway.
A Genuine Blur 220i? I never rode it, but it doesn't seem to have major flaws. At 220cc it should be lighter weight that the People, yet fast enough for a little highway ride @70. Any experience anyone?
Last but not least: Piaggio Beverly 350. Yes, it is even a few pounds more than the Kymco. But shorter. And faster. And it looks sooo good! And if I can believe the reviews it's a blast to ride.
What do you think?
Ah yes, here's my stolen People 300i. If someone comes across a suspicious listing, I'd appreciate a note:
2014 Kymco People GT 300i
Color: Black
Odometer: 3,300 +
Stolen: August 8, 2017 Leather District Boston
VIN: RFBBFM299EB160550
It looked almost new, but there where some Velcro stickers above the headlight area to protect the body from windshield damage (windshield was off). Maybe they leave markings when taken off. On the rear fender under the number plate there where also four round Velcro stickers.
The one cool thing I am getting out of this theft is that I have seen the Odo of my "grandpa" 2008 Agility 125 passing the 30,000 mark...
I have been with this forum for quite a while now and must say that it is a great place for all Kymco owners and those who want to become one.
But my time here might be coming to an end/interruption. Reason: My People GT 300i got stolen two weeks ago downtown Boston.
Anger and financial loss aside, I am now in desperate need of a new ride. What to get next?
There are not a lot of options in the larger displacement category out there.
Another People 300? While fun when riding fast, it always felt chunky when going slow in traffic or pushing it on the lawn, sidewalk etc. Also, the jerky clutch issue was driving me nuts (didn't have time to take care of it).
Biggest thing though is that I feel that there is bad luck on this model now. I don't want the thieves to chuckle because there's a second chance for the same sweet ride.
A SYM HD 200? I rode it and it was great, but it has some issues that are far worse than a jerky clutch. And 170cc is a bit meh on the highway.
A Genuine Blur 220i? I never rode it, but it doesn't seem to have major flaws. At 220cc it should be lighter weight that the People, yet fast enough for a little highway ride @70. Any experience anyone?
Last but not least: Piaggio Beverly 350. Yes, it is even a few pounds more than the Kymco. But shorter. And faster. And it looks sooo good! And if I can believe the reviews it's a blast to ride.
What do you think?
Ah yes, here's my stolen People 300i. If someone comes across a suspicious listing, I'd appreciate a note:
2014 Kymco People GT 300i
Color: Black
Odometer: 3,300 +
Stolen: August 8, 2017 Leather District Boston
VIN: RFBBFM299EB160550
It looked almost new, but there where some Velcro stickers above the headlight area to protect the body from windshield damage (windshield was off). Maybe they leave markings when taken off. On the rear fender under the number plate there where also four round Velcro stickers.
The one cool thing I am getting out of this theft is that I have seen the Odo of my "grandpa" 2008 Agility 125 passing the 30,000 mark...