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General => General Discussion => Topic started by: mrmike on August 29, 2021, 08:42:26 AM
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My name is Mike Haggerty, and I live in Syracuse, NY. I first joined this forum back in 2010. I first had a People 150, then moved up to a 300 GTI. I sold it to poppajim back in 2017. Now it 2021, and I've decided to buy another scooter. I'm 77 now, but still get around pretty well and really miss my scooter. I'm thinking about a new X-Town 300i ABS. I'm looking for some feedback on how you folks like this model. My E-mail is mrmikesdeuce@aol.com. Please give me a shout with your comments.
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You know your capabilities better then anyone. You have already had a 300 so you know the size and weight. Depending on where you ride a large wheel 150cc might be more maneuverable and substantial lighter. Welcome back and hope you find the scooter that works best for you.
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Yes, welcome back!
Folks seem to like the new 300.
Stig
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[quote author=mrmike link=topic=31576.msg221062#msg221062
Hi Mike, my name is Woody and I'm based in the UK. I also have the X town 300i and I absolutely love it. Mine is a 2019 plate
and I absolutely love it. It's the first time I've tried a Kymco but really do rate this scoot. Good luck and I hope you enjoy
it like me!! 👍 dateee=1630226546]
My name is Mike Haggerty, and I live in Syracuse, NY. I first joined this forum back in 2010. I first had a People 150, then moved up to a 300 GTI. I sold it to poppajim back in 2017. Now it 2021, and I've decided to buy another scooter. I'm 77 now, but still get around pretty well and really miss my scooter. I'm thinking about a new X-Town 300i ABS. I'm looking for some feedback on how you folks like this model. My E-mail is mrmikesdeuce@aol.com. Please give me a shout with your comments.
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Hi Mike and welcome back!
I’d echo Woody as another UK 300 owner. The only change I’ve felt compelled to make was to bin the rubbish OEM Kenda tyres for Michelin City Grip 2’s. Much much better. Let us know how you go?
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I'm thinking about a new X-Town 300i ABS. I'm looking for some feedback on how you folks like this model. Please give me a shout with your comments.
Hi Mike! I have a 2019 X-Town 300. My initial comment was going to be that this is my first small bike in almost forty years. Then I looked at a photo (which I'll post later when I remember how) of me sitting on it after installing the Givi windscreen. It isn't that small, and at 430 pounds fueled up, it's not super light either.
This scoot will not fit everyone well: you may have read comments in reviews about how compact the seating position is. I believe Stig sat on one recently and found it too small for him (he's 6'3", I'm 5'10"). I am very comfortable on it, although with a 30" inseam, I find I need to slide forward on the huge seat to properly flatfoot it.
I find it well built, and easy to work on for the little stuff I had to do. But some things need improvement.
The windshield is okay in town or up to about 50 mph. I haven't tried the Givi on the freeway yet, but I have no doubt it'll be an improvement. The mirrors are terrible: very difficult to adjust and I severed the small gauge wire to the integrated turn signal when my spanner slipped (not amused). I have replacement mirrors with integrated signals by Kiwav that I'll have the dealer install. There's only one "glove compartment" with a USB charger on the left side. It's a bit narrow and oddly shaped, but I can fit in my cell phone in it. The instrument cluster is bright. Too bright at night, in fact, especially with the dim halogen headlights. Possible solution: a tinted car sun visor clipped to the instrument visor.
The Kymco wasn't my first choice, but at the time, it was available and there are a few accessories available for it.
The thing about the X-town is that every time I ride it, I find it so easy to live with, and pretty enjoyable as well: easy to park, put on its centerstand, the seat is very well padded and roomy. On highways, stretch your legs and place your feet on the floating floorboards, neat.
I have taken it on California freeways up to 77 mph (measured by GPS), with a little bit to spare. With the larger Givi screen, I expect that little bit to be gone, but hey...
Naturally, on freeways, there's not acceleration to speak of but it does well in flowing traffic.
In town, it shines of course. But there, you do feel the weight more.
All in all, an economical machine, surprisingly capable in a variety of conditions (I've done a lot of mountain riding on it as well), very stable at higher speeds. In mixed riding, city/freeway, I consistently get 67 mpg.
The suspension is typical: budget, but well sorted. Preload adjustment on the rear shocks only, no adjustment to the fork. For me, the brakes and suspension need nothing.
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Hi Mike! I have a 2019 X-Town 300. My initial comment was going to be that this is my first small bike in almost forty years. Then I looked at a photo (which I'll post later when I remember how) of me sitting on it after installing the Givi windscreen. It isn't that small, and at 430 pounds fueled up, it's not super light either.
This scoot will not fit everyone well: you may have read comments in reviews about how compact the seating position is. I believe Stig sat on one recently and found it too small for him (he's 6'3", I'm 5'10"). I am very comfortable on it, although with a 30" inseam, I find I need to slide forward on the huge seat to properly flatfoot it.
I find it well built, and easy to work on for the little stuff I had to do. But some things need improvement.
The windshield is okay in town or up to about 50 mph. I haven't tried the Givi on the freeway yet, but I have no doubt it'll be an improvement. The mirrors are terrible: very difficult to adjust and I severed the small gauge wire to the integrated turn signal when my spanner slipped (not amused). I have replacement mirrors with integrated signals by Kiwav that I'll have the dealer install. There's only one "glove compartment" with a USB charger on the left side. It's a bit narrow and oddly shaped, but I can fit in my cell phone in it. The instrument cluster is bright. Too bright at night, in fact, especially with the dim halogen headlights. Possible solution: a tinted car sun visor clipped to the instrument visor.
The Kymco wasn't my first choice, but at the time, it was available and there are a few accessories available for it.
The thing about the X-town is that every time I ride it, I find it so easy to live with, and pretty enjoyable as well: easy to park, put on its centerstand, the seat is very well padded and roomy. On highways, stretch your legs and place your feet on the floating floorboards, neat.
I have taken it on California freeways up to 77 mph (measured by GPS), with a little bit to spare. With the larger Givi screen, I expect that little bit to be gone, but hey...
Naturally, on freeways, there's not acceleration to speak of but it does well in flowing traffic.
In town, it shines of course. But there, you do feel the weight more.
All in all, an economical machine, surprisingly capable in a variety of conditions (I've done a lot of mountain riding on it as well), very stable at higher speeds. In mixed riding, city/freeway, I consistently get 67 mpg.
The suspension is typical: budget, but well sorted. Preload adjustment on the rear shocks only, no adjustment to the fork. For me, the brakes and suspension need nothing.
Paco
I had a 2012 GTI300 and loved it. I sold it 4 years ago, and regretted it ever since. I'm about 5'10" and 200lbs. I'm looking at a 2021 X-Town 300i ABS right now. I think I'm going to buy it. With my last 300, I read the forum, and ended up putting new (lighter) sliders in. It helped the performance for very little money. Research this forum as it contains lots of good info on your scooter. Let me know how your new windshield works out. On my last 300, I had a Biondi windshield that was perfect. Unfirtunately I don't believe they're made anymore.
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Thanks Mike. I have fingers crossed that you make the deal. Despite my nicks and picks, I am impressed with this bike: it is a great do-it-all. ;D
Plus, it looks like the 2021 is available in white. Wished mine was.