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General => General Discussion => Topic started by: DennyB on July 07, 2017, 04:01:39 PM
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Hello all,
Just wanted to say and introduce myself.
Have been riding 2 wheelers since I was 14 (I'm now 56).
Everything from big twins, dirt bikes, Smaller bikes and scooters.
My last scooter was a Chinese 50 and was looking to upgrade.
Well, I was in a wreck with it and it forced the upgrade sooner than later.
Decent 50s are hard to find around here but I happened on a clean 08 People 50 2-stroke.
It Has been modified with (according to the previous owner) After market exaust, High performance valves (I have no idea what type) and has been re-jetted.
The work was done to the bike prior to the previous owner.
It gets to 30mph very quickly and continues to pull past 50mph. It may go faster but I was speeding at this point and really didn't want to over rev it.
I really like the way it handles with the 16" wheels. It's a slight bit motorcycle like.
Everyone on the forum seems really cool and respectful, and there is a wealth of knowledge here I'm sure will come in handy!
Anyway, Thanks for having me.
Denny
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Welcome aboard.
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Yes DennyB, a warm welcome to the Kymco Forum. You can find answers to just about any Kymco question you might have, here. Great bunch of folks on this site. Glad to have you.
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Welcome, Denny! SOMEONE here has an answer for whatever your question. Some of us don't sleep at night for fear something will be fogotten! Well, sort of......!
Karl
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welcome to you.
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Welcome to the group Denny!
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High Performance Valves? In a 2 Stroke? Ummmm...OK
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Welcome!
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High Performance Valves? In a 2 Stroke? Ummmm...OK
I was un familiar with that as well?
I imagine its possible. IDK
I have been wrenching a long time but have very little internal experience on a 2 stroke.
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Hi Denny,
There's a lot of fun stuff going on here and we like challenges. :-)
I'm curious about those high performance valves, too.
I never had a Kymco 50...
It must have a modified engine with reed valves for crankcase induction and many other performance parts to get that sort of speed.
Sounds like you got a good one !
Always better to avoid those crashes...
redk
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Welcome Denny!
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Welcome Denny !
Yep, respect for one another is first priority....then we talk scooters and riding.
Pleased that that came through to a new member.
A little lying about top speeds, our weight, age and MPG's comes next ;-)
Again, welcome.
Stig
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Welcome Denny !
Yep, respect for one another is first priority....then we talk scooters and riding.
Pleased that that came through to a new member.
A little lying about top speeds, our weight, age and MPG's comes next ;-)
Again, welcome.
Stig
I am 29 years old, an athletic 165 lbs, and my People 150 goes 85 MPH uphill sir! And I never lie. ;)
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I am 29 years old, an athletic 165 lbs, and my People 150 goes 85 MPH uphill sir! And I never lie. ;)
Have you had to refuel yet?
I'm at 4 yrs so far, still showing half a tank.
(Thinking about asking Kathy to the Prom. Wish me luck!)
Stig
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Have you had to refuel yet?
I'm at 4 yrs so far, still showing half a tank.
(Thinking about asking Kathy to the Prom. Wish me luck!)
Stig
;D ;D ;D
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Hi Denny,
There's a lot of fun stuff going on here and we like challenges. :-)
I'm curious about those high performance valves, too.
I never had a Kymco 50...
It must have a modified engine with reed valves for crankcase induction and many other performance parts to get that sort of speed.
Sounds like you got a good one !
Always better to avoid those crashes...
redk
From My understanding the only mods are Carb, Exhaust and drive train. Seems to have a High "stall" on the clutch. I'm guessing a spring change.
It runs at a high RPM until 30mph when it almost feels like it "shifts". The CVT does not appear to operate as "constantly variable".
My only issue is it seems to lack initial throttle response. Although I'm not sure what is normal on a 2 stroke?
I've not healed enough to get on the floor and have a look see on the mods.
The doc said minimum of 3 month till I can put weight on my right hip. But the other 8 fractures are healing nicely. The plates and screws helped! ;)
Hopefully in a couple of weeks I can tear into it and have a look see.
One other thing regarding the valves; I'm guessing just some after market reeves were installed for what ever that's worth.
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I hope you are better and healed soon. As far as the "shifting" issue, when you get the chance check inside the variator and make sure they didn't put Dr. Pulley sliders in the wrong way.
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... 'weight on right hip' ...
...' 8 other fractures'...
I am almost sure I would focus on healing and recovery for at least a year with little concern about the details of the machinery.
...But that's just me.
I hope you recover quickly and get that scooter fixed the way you would like to have it !
redk