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Scooters - Big Bore => Xciting 500 => Topic started by: Choppastyle on February 14, 2012, 05:11:31 AM

Title: New Kymco Owner With First Question on Day 1
Post by: Choppastyle on February 14, 2012, 05:11:31 AM
Howdy,

My name is Choppastyle.  I've been a forum member on sites for every bike I've ever owned and am looking forward to being a part of this forum.

I bought a 2007 Kymco 500cc with 2,192 miles today after selling my 2nd Honda Helix.  I got it up to 100MPH on the way home (with room to spare)!  I couldn't believe it.  The reviews say a top speed of 87MPH!!?!??  I guess I got a "Special" one.

So I got a stellar deal on the bike because the rear right body panel had a crack in it.  I went looking for new panels when I got home but all I could find were unpainted ones.

My Question: Where can I find pre-painted Kymco body panels?  Is it possible or do I have to get them painted myself?  Any Honda panels I've bought in the past have been pre-painted.  I'd really appreciate any feedback.

Thank you,

Choppastyle
Title: Re: New Kymco Owner With First Question on Day 1
Post by: Hoolander2 on February 14, 2012, 05:48:15 AM
Stadium Yamaha for one: http://www.stadiumyamaha.com/pages/OemParts?aribrand=KYM#/Kymco_USA/Xciting_500/Body_Cover_%26_Luggage_Box/2K03110005/2K03110087 (http://www.stadiumyamaha.com/pages/OemParts?aribrand=KYM#/Kymco_USA/Xciting_500/Body_Cover_%26_Luggage_Box/2K03110005/2K03110087)

There are 5 painted panels listed and one unpainted.  Look at these color codes, pick your color.  The panel you want will have part of the code suffix in the part #.  For instance, a RIGHT side Orange body panel would be 83500-LBA2-E00-YFP  A left of the same color is 83600-LBA2-E00-YFP

Orange-----YR168 YF ORANGE MANTOVA  M
Gray-------NH045 N8 ARGENTO METAL MF
Blue--------PB107 BA BLU BENACO MF
Dark blue---PB244 C6 BLU VERBANIA MF
Black-------NH124 NF NERO SMOKE MF


Thanks to veniamy for the codes!  Also there's Kymcoparts123.  Also TNT Cycles.  All have the same online ordering system but prices vary a little.  check the shipping by hitting "update shipping" when you add parts to the shopping cart.
Title: Re: New Kymco Owner With First Question on Day 1
Post by: Choppastyle on February 14, 2012, 06:01:48 AM
This is why I love forums!  Thank you very much.  Your response was way quicker than I expected!  I'm ordering it now.  As I gain knowledge on this scoot I plan to do the same.

Choppastyle
Title: Re: New Kymco Owner With First Question on Day 1
Post by: Choppastyle on February 14, 2012, 06:08:16 AM
Ok....just to make sure.....

If I have the Dark Blue......would this be the code I would buy?  83500-LBA2-E00-C6P

The codes look a little different from what I see posted from you. I just want to make sure.  Also mine is a 2007 (I'm not sure if that matters).

Thank you,

Choppastyle
Title: Re: New Kymco Owner With First Question on Day 1
Post by: Hoolander2 on February 14, 2012, 06:11:59 AM
You're welcome.  I hope I got that right.  I don't see the chrome Xciting 500 emblem letters shown so don't know if it will have those on it already??  Maybe not. 

Yes, as far as I can tell, that's the right part number.  If in doubt, call them during business hours.  A woman named Shea is very helpful there and what she doesn't know, she'll find out.

And sorry, there are only 3 colored panels and one unpainted.  Sorry I miscounted earlier. :-)   
Title: Re: New Kymco Owner With First Question on Day 1
Post by: Choppastyle on February 14, 2012, 06:15:06 AM
Welcome.  ;D Nice bike with low miles. There's a few of us on here with that year model. And yeah, I hear they can go fast.   ;)

It's funny, the seller advertised it as an 08' but it ended up being an 07' when I saw the title.  Difference was that it was Carburated as opposed to Fuel Injected.  I didn't mind as I'm familiar working with Carbs and am very comfortable with them (plus I got a great price).  Thank you for the welcome!  I'm glad to now be a part of the Forum.

Choppastyle
Title: Re: New Kymco Owner With First Question on Day 1
Post by: Choppastyle on February 14, 2012, 06:16:57 AM
It's funny, the seller advertised it as an 08' but it ended up being an 07' when I saw the title.  Difference was that it was Carburated as opposed to Fuel Injected.  I didn't mind as I'm familiar working with Carbs and am very comfortable with them (plus I got a great price).  Thank you for the welcome!  I'm glad to now be a part of the Forum.

Choppastyle

Thanks Hoolander!  I'm going to take your advice and wait until tomorrow to order.  The seller could have probably got $600 more if he would have bought this $90 part!  I'm going to have to make sure to keep your username in case I have an un-answerable question.

Thank you,

Choppastyle
Title: Re: New Kymco Owner With First Question on Day 1
Post by: zombie on February 14, 2012, 03:50:30 PM
Stadium Yamaha also discounts their prices. Very good shop to deal with.   http://www.stadiumyamaha.com/ (http://www.stadiumyamaha.com/)   Mention the forum, and they treat you even better. (shipping included)
Title: Re: New Kymco Owner With First Question on Day 1
Post by: Choppastyle on February 14, 2012, 04:18:01 PM
Just placed an order for everything I needed.  Shea was great.  Thanks everyone!

Choppastyle
Title: Re: New Kymco Owner With First Question on Day 1
Post by: sissy mary on February 14, 2012, 04:37:23 PM
I have a 2007 also, but mine is the real (MANLY) & cool orange color! :-*
Title: Re: New Kymco Owner With First Question on Day 1
Post by: zombie on February 14, 2012, 11:06:50 PM
A guy that calls himself SissyMary riding a "manly" orange scoot?     Picts PLEASE!
Fat Motorcycle Riders (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BNr80gYjUO8#)