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Scooters - 125 to 300 => LIKE 200i => Topic started by: NJrider on February 24, 2016, 09:13:58 PM
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Just a quick hello and introduction. I just got a Like Anniversary edition and am in Northern NJ.
Also have a Vespa GTS.
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Welcome.
Good scooter!
If you don't mind my asking - what are they selling for these days, out-the-door?
Think I paid $3200, all in, for a 2012 LIKE200iLX in 2013.
Stig
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Welcome, glad to here that there is someone else from north Jersey. I thought I was the only 1 [emoji106]
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Just a quick hello and introduction. I just got a Like Anniversary edition and am in Northern NJ.
Also have a Vespa GTS.
Welcome aboard. For a Vespa rider, the Like makes sense. A Vespa style front and classic Lambretta rear. Good choice!
Bill in Seattle but wintering in Tucson
'13 Like 200i (AZ scoot)
'12 170i Genuine Buddy Italia
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Welcome! I'm in northwestern NJ near Hackettstown. I host a scooter ride/BBQ every year on the Saturday of Memorial Day weekend. PM me if interested and I'll send you the details.
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Hi Everyone, thanks for the warm welcome.
To answer Stig's question, I paid just under $3k total due to my dealer not updating their website price and they honored it. I saw one as low as $1700 before all the added costs, but that was in either Texas or Cali.
The styling of the Like does indeed make perfect sense for me, it had Vespa hints but also looks like a Lambretta and I have always wanted a lammy.
Also happy to see other NJ people here like pipster and scooterlar, I am in Hackensack so if anyone is up for a ride let me know. ScooterLar, let me know about the Memorial day event, sounds like a fun time and Hackettstown and surrounding areas have amazing roads. They are some of my favorite on the motorcycle, that and the Harriman area in NY.
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Welcome aboard. Great pick for a scooter. I'm from the left coast, but my dad was born (1930) and raised in Hackensack, NJ before moving to Cali in 1948.
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Wow Troutbum, talk about a small world! I have lived in Hackensack most of my life, was born in Athens Greece but moved to the states with family when I was 6. At this point I think calling myself a Jersey Boy is a given.
Been trying to enjoy the Like when the weather permits and when I am not busy adding things to it. So far I have added the rear guards, underseat bag, and OEM windshield which I am not really loving. I also removed the topcase/trunk and replaced it with a Givi which I can switch from the like to my motorcycle. Pictures will follow soon.
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Hi
I am also a new member with a 2015 Anniversary Edition of the Like 200i. It had 20 miles on the odometer! I'm from Illinois and my wife and I are making to slow move to Tennessee.
An interesting story: I checked my two spare fuses in the battery compartment. I had two 15A fuses but it should have been one 10A and one 15A. So I went to the dealer. The Parts Dept. had nothing and sent me to the Service Dept. They got out a dusty bid of fuses... but could not find a 10A fuse. Do I went to a parts store and bought a pack of 5 (needing only one). The American standard seems to be two lengths, the longer of the two being 1 1/4". After checking it out with the fuses in the scooter, I discovered that the KYMCO uses 1 inch fuses! The American fuse can be crammed in the fuse holder but you may need electrical tape to close the holder. Now I wondering if this is the beginning of series of unpleasant surprises. Has anyone else noticed this discrepancy?
Thanks for the members on this forum who pass on such good information - I already have saved several pages of notes.
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Now I wondering if this is the beginning of series of unpleasant surprises. Has anyone else noticed this discrepancy?
http://www.kymcopartsmonster.com (http://www.kymcopartsmonster.com)
KYMCO part # 98200-11500 FUSE 15A
$1.81
KYMCO part # 98200-11000 FUSE 10A
$2.38
The short ones are hard to find in 15A. And you are correct, per owner's manual and fuses in the system are 10A & 15A. And yes they give you two 10A fuses, while the 3rd fuse holder is empty. No 15A.
Cyclepedia states the LIKE200i takes a 10A & a 7A.
The People 200S uses a 15A short glass fuse (see above)
A bit pricey here.....but I picked up some spare fuses for about $.50 ea. from a local electrical supply house yrs ago when I first bought the LIKE.
Other "unpleasant surprises" ?
Maybe a couple of things: If you're tall the top of the head light glares into your eyes. Don't over fill the gas tank.
The stock Kenda tires offer a few thrilling seconds in a hard, wet stop. Check exhaust guard screws for loosening (some owners locktite 'em). The hard hump in the seat halfway back is not fun if you're tall. (seat pan can be trimmed to get rid of some of that).
If your salesman told you that your new LIKE200i Anniversary model is a perfect interstate cruising scooter - capable of playing safely in 70mph traffic - scratch this felon off your Xmas card list.
There were a couple of youtube guys who filmed highway runs on their LIKE200i. Surviving family members deleted some of the videos.
IMHO: the LIKE200i shines for me with its large tail light and signal lights , twin discs, twin shocks, good foot room, great brakes, EFI, reliable & simple aircooled engine, very smooth CVT and smooth drive-train over the road, good build quality, easy maintenance access. And I still think it is maybe the best looking KYMCO in their line up.
It's not a BMW or a VESPA - but it should make you very happy over the years if you expect it to ride like a scooter, don't abuse it when new, give it a clean Qt. of oil often, look after the valve lash, and stay off the freeways.
Stig
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Stig: Thanks for the personal reply. Your advice is highly appreciated. I've sold my 31 year old 700 cc Yamaha Maxim-X with it's 4 carbs and 20 valves! (It idled at 4K rpm until it warmed up.) I'm happy with my KYMCO Like - reminds me of my college days with my '65 Honda Super 90 motorbike. I do wonder how the Honda CB160 twin in the mid-60's had a top end of nearly 85 mph and the 200i (163 cc) struggles with 55 mph. It's really all academic; today my wife and I are looking forward to our rides in the Tennessee hills at a comfortable 35 mph. We may or may not want to get "his" and "hers" scooters.
And I will be a participant in scooter maintenance discussions - I'm something of synthetic motor oil fanatic. But whatever a person may think he knows, there is always more to learn.
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Finally took some pictures with the extras on it. Has Kymco chrome bars, kymco windshield, and some stick on chrome trim. Had a GIVI trunk on it, but went back to the OEM. Next step is whitewall tires since the OEM Kenda;s are terrible. Lovin' the like so far.
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Another pic.
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Nice looking scooter!
Thanks for the pictures.
As Vespa riders know....the stripes make it go faster!
I guess that only the LX models get the contrasting piping on the seat.
What is the birthdate of your scooter? .....trying to suss out if Kymco is fazing out the LIKE200I after the 2015 model year.
BD is on sticker under r side body cowel panel.
Please keep pix coming!
Ride safe
Stig
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The VIN will also tell the year of manufacture at the 10th place. Mine has a G, meaning 2016.
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The VIN will also tell the year of manufacture at the 10th place. Mine has a G, meaning 2016.
Well, I'll be darned --- a real '16!
Good news....thanks!
Stig
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Underneath the right cowl, my date of manufacture ACTUALLY says: July, 2015. I guess my VIN decoding trick didn't work! G typically refers to a year ending in 6, at the VIN's 10th spot. Maybe it just means it's a 2016 model year. But she was definitely born in China in July, 2015.
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Underneath the right cowl, my date of manufacture ACTUALLY says: July, 2015. I guess my VIN decoding trick didn't work! G typically refers to a year ending in 6, at the VIN's 10th spot. Maybe it just means it's a 2016 model year. But she was definitely born in China in July, 2015.
OK, thanks for clearing that up.
You are correct - G means 2016 model year...or something. ?
My "C" is correct for 2012 (manufactured April, 2012) ....of course sold to me as a "new 2013" by the salesman.
So, still wondering if they are still making a LIKE200i.....
Stig
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Just got a chance to check mine, did not realize how hidden it was. Manufactured December 2014... The scoot does impress me though considering how long I have been a fan of Vespa's!
OK, thanks for clearing that up.
You are correct - G means 2016 model year...or something. ?
My "C" is correct for 2012 (manufactured April, 2012) ....of course sold to me as a "new 2013" by the salesman.
So, still wondering if they are still making a LIKE200i.....
Stig
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Hi NJrider, My husband Vic and I are also from Hackensack. We've been having a blast riding our Like 50s at the Jersey Shore (LBI) and now have brought them up north. However, the 50cc's can't climb some of the hills here so we're looking to upgrade to the Like 200i or something comparable. One option is the SYM Fiddle III 200i. The Fiddle is very nice looking and the seat is a little lower, but the Like has both front & back disc brakes, which I've been reading is a real plus. We're leaning towards the Like but we noticed there's no kick starter. Does anyone see that as a deal breaker? Also, we're having trouble finding a certified shop in our area for service. Lastly, does anyone know whether the Like will still be available after 2016? We've really enjoyed our Likes and have had no issues since purchase. I have a 2013 and Vic has a 2014. I'm have 850 miles on mine.
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If you like a small bike with plenty of power, take a look at the Genuine Buddy 125. It even has a kick starter. I have found that there is much less vibration and more power than my Like 200's. The Buddy 125 has front disc and rear hydraulic brakes. I live in a very hilly area in northwestern NJ and it has no problem pulling my 200 pound fat ass up the hills. I bought both of mine off Craigslist for a fraction of their original price tag.
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the Like has both front & back disc brakes
So does the SYM Fiddle III 200i (http://www.alliancepowersports.com/models/fiddle_III.html) . . which also has an ignition-key-operated seat latch.
Fuel injected scooter engines typically do not have a kick-start lever.
(http://www.alliancepowersports.com/images/models/FiddleIII/Gallery_FiddleIII_3.jpg)
(http://www.2040-motos.com/_content/cars/images/23/175123/001.jpg)
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Those sure are nice looking scooters
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Thanks very much for the info. I love the look of them both. However, the Fiddle seat looks a little less cushy. It's hard to find any reviews on the Fiddle III. I'm sure we'll be very happy if we upgrade to the Like 200i.
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Thanks very much for the info. I love the look of them both. However, the Fiddle seat looks a little less cushy. It's hard to find any reviews on the Fiddle III. I'm sure we'll be very happy if we upgrade to the Like 200i.
Funny you mention the seats .....the seat of the LIKE200I was my only major complaint of this scooter! !
Several owners have the same complaint.
But if you're OK with the LIKE50 seat...you'll have no issue with the 200.
Same seat.
Tall riders have to scoot back to get knees clear of bars esp when turning. ....seat pan protrusions make that very painful.....I could only go 40 mins max.
I rebuilt seat and lived happily ever after!
Kymco...SYM....BUDDY.....all are very very good scooters. Sit them to see what fits you. Few places permit test rides.... sadly.
Stig
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Stig, thanks for your reply. I've read all about "the hump". Vic and I are not real tall so we're not bothered by that or the headlight glare. We just wish we knew what Kymco is planning to do with the Like for 2017. Will it stay or will it go? We think it's the best looking model.
-Jersey Sue
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Hey Jersey! Welcome. :)
I have family in Piscataway (exit 10, LOL). Say hi when you pass by.
I love your scoot, nice color. Do the chrome bars get in your way at all? I'm thinking of adding the chrome kit but worry that my short legs will get hung up on the chrome bars when I plant my feet or mount/dismount.... thoughts?
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Stig, thanks for your reply. I've read all about "the hump". Vic and I are not real tall so we're not bothered by that or the headlight glare. We just wish we knew what Kymco is planning to do with the Like for 2017. Will it stay or will it go? We think it's the best looking model.
-Jersey Sue
Absolutely agree. Best looking.
After 3 years I still get a smile on when I walk up to my LIKE.
I've tried to drown it, leave it in the weeds, walk away from it,shake the snot out of it , burn it and freeze it.
Then I just rode it ........and am having a blast.
http://www.kymcoforum.com/index.php?topic=12458.msg124757#msg124757 (http://www.kymcoforum.com/index.php?topic=12458.msg124757#msg124757)
:) Stig
PS: There will be plenty of 'Left Over' LIKE200i's around, even if Kymco has stopped making them.
Plenty of spare parts, as well, in the warehouse in S.C.
I don't know - Kymco is releasing them with stripes now - and a new color, Matte Black. Hopefully they will be around for years yet.
Think I'll ask KymcoUSA & see what they might know.
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DJPO, thanks for the welcome. We don't have the chrome bars on our bikes, but we definitely thought about getting them. We'll wait until we decide on our upgrade. Stig, I'm liking both the matte black and the white Like 200i. We're hoping our scooter shop will do a trade-in deal. My husband likes the black/blue flake color. In the meantime, I'll have to get a motorcycle license. I hope I can take the test on the 200i rather than on a motorcycle. Has anyone done this? I'm not interested in going on the highways. I just want to be able to climb hills in the 'burbs.
Jersey Sue
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Yes, you can take it on any scooter over 50cc, but if it's less than 231 cc, you are limited to riding bikes 500cc and under.
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Hi NJrider, My husband Vic and I are also from Hackensack. We've been having a blast riding our Like 50s at the Jersey Shore (LBI) and now have brought them up north. However, the 50cc's can't climb some of the hills here so we're looking to upgrade to the Like 200i or something comparable. One option is the SYM Fiddle III 200i. The Fiddle is very nice looking and the seat is a little lower, but the Like has both front & back disc brakes, which I've been reading is a real plus. We're leaning towards the Like but we noticed there's no kick starter. Does anyone see that as a deal breaker? Also, we're having trouble finding a certified shop in our area for service. Lastly, does anyone know whether the Like will still be available after 2016? We've really enjoyed our Likes and have had no issues since purchase. I have a 2013 and Vic has a 2014. I'm have 850 miles on mine.
Hey Jersey Sue and Vic!
Nice to see more NJ people here, Hackensack definitely has some steep hills to challenge a 50cc bike. My 200 has no issues with them and the bike has impressed me more than I expected. I did not find the lack of a kick start to be an issue since my wife's Vespa 250 and my old Vespa 250 did not have them. I honestly think the Like starts quicker than the Vespas. As for service, I got mine from JR motorsports in Haverstraw NY but decided to service it myself since it is so easy. I have done 3 oil changes on it as well as the valves and both are pretty simple. The only other dealer I know of is in Bellville NJ but have heard mixed reviews. At this point my next change on the bike will be replacing the stock tires with whitewalls. Hope to see you around Hackensack!
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Hey Jersey! Welcome. :)
I have family in Piscataway (exit 10, LOL). Say hi when you pass by.
I love your scoot, nice color. Do the chrome bars get in your way at all? I'm thinking of adding the chrome kit but worry that my short legs will get hung up on the chrome bars when I plant my feet or mount/dismount.... thoughts?
Hi DJPO,
I think you are referring to my bike with the crash bars. I love the way they look and the price on them was too good to pass up. They really don't add to much width to the bike but everyone has different views about how much is too much for them. My main concern is having them for protection since I had a spill on my previous Vespa 250 coming out of the Lincoln tunnel and they saved the cowl from denting and only ended up with scratches. Aside from that they look great and add a nice classic look to the bike. I say go for them, they take less than 30 minutes to install. Was almost in Pistcataway for a bike blessing earlier in the month!
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Yes, you can take it on any scooter over 50cc, but if it's less than 231 cc, you are limited to riding bikes 500cc and under.
Thanks very much! That'll do fine.
Jersey Sue
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Hi DJPO,
I think you are referring to my bike with the crash bars. I love the way they look and the price on them was too good to pass up. They really don't add to much width to the bike but everyone has different views about how much is too much for them. My main concern is having them for protection since I had a spill on my previous Vespa 250 coming out of the Lincoln tunnel and they saved the cowl from denting and only ended up with scratches. Aside from that they look great and add a nice classic look to the bike. I say go for them, they take less than 30 minutes to install. Was almost in Pistcataway for a bike blessing earlier in the month!
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NJ Rider, where did you get the good buy on the crash bars?
Jersey Sue
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Hey Jersey Sue and Vic!
Nice to see more NJ people here, Hackensack definitely has some steep hills to challenge a 50cc bike. My 200 has no issues with them and the bike has impressed me more than I expected. I did not find the lack of a kick start to be an issue since my wife's Vespa 250 and my old Vespa 250 did not have them. I honestly think the Like starts quicker than the Vespas. As for service, I got mine from JR motorsports in Haverstraw NY but decided to service it myself since it is so easy. I have done 3 oil changes on it as well as the valves and both are pretty simple. The only other dealer I know of is in Bellville NJ but have heard mixed reviews. At this point my next change on the bike will be replacing the stock tires with whitewalls. Hope to see you around Hackensack!
NJrider,
Vic & I would love to meet you and your wife for a beer locally for some friendly scooter talk and chat about some good rides around Bergen County. We found that Pointin' Still has a scooter friendly parking lot. Let us know if you're up for it sometime. P.S., I saw a guy riding up Prospect Ave. last summer with my same bike, an ivory Like, while I was waiting for the am bus to NYC. Could that have been you?? That would be hilarious!
Jersey Sue
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NJ Rider, where did you get the good buy on the crash bars?
Jersey Sue
I got the crash bars at the dealer (OEM), I think they gave me a 10 or 20% discount since I got them with the scoot, but even at full price they are a bargain at under $125. An OEM set for a vespa is over $500! BTW, installation is a piece of cake on them.
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I got the crash bars at the dealer (OEM), I think they gave me a 10 or 20% discount since I got them with the scoot, but even at full price they are a bargain at under $125. An OEM set for a vespa is over $500! BTW, installation is a piece of cake on them.
Love them! Thanks.