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I measured off a half a mile in my truck then rode it on the scooter.  It read .6 miles.  I need to do it over a longer distance.  it appears the odometer is in miles but that it is optimistic just like the speedometer.

Are the odometers on Super 8s sold in the US calibrated in Kilometers or Miles?

Just try to ride smoothly.  On wet but clean pavement, you will have plenty of traction.  Avoid the center of lanes near intersections.  Cars tend to drip oil and anti-freeze there.  Use a little less front brake than usuel but you should still use it.  Watch out for wet leaves.  Try to not change direction or brake on slippery stuff.  Wear bright colored riding gear so other drivers can see you.  Try to avoid riding when it first starts raining - it takes a while for the slippery stuff to get washed away. 

It is possible to to have fun and ride safely in the rain.  Learning to manage your traction is a good idea.  Even when it is not raining you can encounter slippery surfaces.  I ride on slippery surfaces all the time.

I test rode the P200 and S8.  The P200 felt like it had more power and had a much more comfortable seat than the S8.  It also handled like crap.  It did not like going around corners.  Not sure if it was just the one I rode or if they are all like that.  I picked up a new 2009 S8 today.  I didn't have time to ride it very much.  It seems to handle pretty good.  The brakes feel fine.  As for the power, I'll wait untill I get a few more miles on it  (at least untill after the first oil change) before seeing how fast it will go.  It's a 150 so I'm not expecting a powerhouse. 

I considered the Sym HD200.  The only dealer remotely close by was sold out. 

The owner's manual for which scoot, klaviator? There's a manual section here with links for some models.

I'm considering the S8 and P200.  I suspect the manual for both calls for regular but I didn't notice it when I briefly looked at the S8 owners manual.

I am a SYM fan-boy and there is NO comparison between a People S 200 and a SYM HD 200 (I currently own both).
The People is OK for the city. The handling is fast and it feels light. It tops out at 60 MPH MAYBE, and I won't take mine on the highway.
The SYM HD 200 is a monster. It is fast like a sport bike. It does up to 75 MPH and holds the road on the highway. It is a totally different feel.

The Carter Bros situation is not a problem. my dealer sources parts from the KYMCO distributor in Canada, and you can also get parts from Taiwan in just a few days from Scooter Assassins. In fact, KYMCO parts take MUCH longer to get!

If you ride the People and the SYM, you will buy the SYM guaranteed.

I'm sure the Sym HD 200 is a great scooter but I don't believe there is a Sym dealer around here.  Also, I doubt that the price tag is in the same ballpark as the Kymcos I'm looking at.  I am really leaning towards the S8 which is 2200 OTD.  Add a tail trunk for $75 and a few bucks to upgrade the tool kit and I'll be on the road for around 2300-2400.