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So, does anyone have any step by step instructions on getting that darn dash console off the scooter.  I can't seem to find anything in the shop manual.
Thanks,
TonyinCNY

This is a know and very annoying problem with Kymco on the Grand Vista.  I lived with the problem for at least two years and then I had to take action.

Yes, I did this in sept 2016.  It took me about 5 hours total but that included taking lots of pictures.  It is way harder that it looks to take that speedometer off and I have to thank Rudolf for the info about the inverter and some photos.  Building off his work I took more pictures and after doing the repair and 12K + miles later the problem has never returned.  This and the exhaust that crack at about 12K miles are serious Kymco defects in the Grand Vista aka Grand Dink aka Bet&Win 250.

Click Link, Right click zip file to download the files.
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/19gJUOVjRMBs1YDm1EEvC33QsQgDjbZ0C


Here is Rudolf's posts (the oldest is from 2012):
https://www.kymcoforum.com/index.php?PHPSESSID=8j0e9uj7ktojuovl6q6hg7u9b3&topic=4291.0
https://www.kymcoforum.com/index.php?PHPSESSID=8j0e9uj7ktojuovl6q6hg7u9b3&topic=4291.0

Does anyone know this pair of adjustment screws does?  They are located at the top of the GV250 headlight.  They turn a series of gears behind the headlight housing.  I thought they were the two screws used to remove the front panel.  I hadn't removed the windshield yet, and didn't see the 10mm heads for the actual bolts I needed to remove.  I spen them counter clockwise before I realized the were the wrong screws.  I've tried turning the gears, and looking at the front to see what they go to.  I for the life of me can not tell what the function of this contraption is.   Any ideas Kymco think tank?

put a socket on the metal ones if you try to use the proper method often the plastic teeth will strip.  Problem is you have to do trial and error to repoint the light.  consider upgrading to led bulb that works perfect: cheap and worked perfect on my 2005 GV250

MZS H4 LED Headlight Bulb Single for Motorcycle,9003 HB2 Mini Conversion Kit - CREE Chips - 6500K 5000Lm Extremely Bright

https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B07BFPQMGH/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

$500 is very generous. I'd wait a month then offer $300. He isn't going to find a nut like me, or you, to buy it. I recently bought my third GV 250, a running bike with bald tires, 7700 miles, cosmetic issues, for $800.

Here in CA the back registration fees/penalties are horrendous if it's not kept current. People let them sit in the garage and neglect to pay the plate fee or non-op them to avoid penalties.

I'm in san diego and I learned about this.  Even for non-op if you sell the vehicle next owner must pay the regular amount that would have been paid if the owner did not do non-op or to avoid that you cannot register until the start of the next reg period then just regular amount.

I agree anything over $300 for that older scooter in non running shape is outrageous.  Also, my believe is that older carbs that sat for years are best replaced as my 2005 carb was cleaned about 15x over the years and changed pilot jet to a larger one and always had hesitation off the line.  $275 for a new carb!

Hi -

I just bought a sweet, used 2007 GV 250, and just joined the Kymco forum.  I'm wondering if anyone with a similar year and model has switched out the halogen headlamps for LED?  If so, what did you need to buy, and how easy or difficult was it to do.

Thanks so much.

Jeff

Here is an updated video of upgrading the bulb in the Grandvista:


I did with this one from Amazon and it fits perfect and the pattern in both hi / low is perfect - as long as the plastics are installed correctly you will be blown away with the results. 

MZS H4 LED Headlight Bulb Single for Motorcycle,9003 HB2 Mini Conversion Kit - CREE Chips - 6500K 5000Lm Extremely Bright

https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B07BFPQMGH/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

The Gates being a little narrower won't affect top speed or anything else.  It is safe to assume the belt is original as no one would change it otherwise.  My second OEM belt now has 18K miles on it and there are no problems and because my GV now has 28K miles I'm getting ready to sell it because I bought a 2012 NC700X  motorcycle September 2019. 

Regarding the 19mm nut removal just review my YouTube video:

Stu says the PL30904 is a perfect fit. He has way more experience than I with the GV250.
That being said, here's what I've found: I bought the PL30904 about a year ago, just now getting serious about changing it.
When removing the CVT cover I see a Bando belt with the Kymco name and number (23100-KHE7-9000.)
With my sad, old eyes, I could see that the Gates was narrower. Will that cause a reduction in top speed?
By the book, the Gates is 893x23x28. Bando is 893x24x30.
Very slight difference, I know, but, I'm a Virgo. We're like that.
I did not install the Gates. First, because I want what appears to be factory original, (the Bando,) and, because I couldn't get the 19mm nut loose.

I haven't been on the Forum for a while, but, I hope you post an update, to let us know how the Gates works out for you.

I'll also mention that I've put 3000 miles on my GV since I've had it, and I see no sign of belt wear, and very little belt dust inside the cover. I still want to change it, only because the scoot is 12 years old, and I don't know how old the belt is.

Just watched your video on replacing the belt. It was very helpful and thorough. Thanks!

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I'm glad it helped and how did it come out have you changed it yet?

I gotta ask: whatsa M2O Marine? (sticker on scoot rh side forward of footboard) (I know YOU know where it is! Just providing directions for those that missed it and/or were too chicken to ask!)

Sorry, Karl I missed your question.  M2O Marine is a local boat shop and I know one of the owners and he gave me that sticker.  I have since removed it because it was peeling and I put a new sticker in its place.