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People s200 / Re: Parts Availability
« on: October 16, 2026, 08:00:41 AM »
If you're still looking I have a massive screen specifically for the S200.  A bit less sure on the hardware since it's been a few years, but definitely have the screen.

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People s200 / Re: just over 3 years ago since I sold my S200
« on: October 16, 2026, 07:59:21 AM »
Loved my S200, but in the final analysis my SYM, though a PITA in some respects due to 4 valve an liquid cooled just performed better & even gets better MPG.
I miss the simplicity, but have no regrets for my use case.

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General Discussion / Re: Tire recommendation for ak550
« on: October 01, 2026, 07:50:25 AM »
Wish I could give ya a straight response, but I only almost bought an AK, instead I picked up the last year of the AN650.

With that noted. I picked up the Bridgestone Battlax Scooter SC2 Rain tire for the big Burger and have been delighted with 'em.

Poke around the various forums and reddit of course. Caveat Emptor etc. They're not cheap but I suspect you could do worse.

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General Discussion / Re: I made a Custom Firmware for Noodoe System
« on: September 27, 2026, 08:02:18 AM »
Wow. That's nifty for older orphaned bikes.  Heck even being able to set the clock would be great.

Please keep us posted and consider posting in kymcoforums.com and the adv rider scooter section.

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General Discussion / Re: Never leave home without them~!
« on: May 30, 2026, 05:02:34 AM »
I've used fancy ones like that.
They're great but I fear I'm better off with a box of packaged foamies.

Nice though.

My latest earplugs are these babies:  https://www.amazon.co.uk/EarPeace-Motorcycle-Ear-Plugs-Motorsports-Black-Case/dp/B076VVV5WJ?th=1

Been using them for 2 years now and they are both comfortable and effective.  Not the cheapest maybe, but you get what you pay for! 

How do I manage not to lose them?  Now that's a whole other post about turning every ride preparation and end into an OCD sufferer's dream / nightmare!

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General Discussion / Re: Never leave home without them~!
« on: May 10, 2026, 04:56:16 AM »
I'm with ya on this.
I buy a big box of bagged ones every now and again and travel with spares.
Often on group rides I give out a pair or two for folks who find the ride louder than they're used to.

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If that doesn't work, or you have some around, hit it with some Plexus. 
Stuff isn't cheap, & it's kinda rank when applied, but I've had reasonable success on scratches on windscreens. 
Didn't obviate them or buff them out of course, but did clear them aesthetically to an extent.

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Agility 125 / Re: Bike stalls when coming to a stop
« on: March 06, 2026, 01:32:17 AM »
Just food for thought, I had a similar issue with my People s200 when the breather tube that runs from the valve cover cracked.
Rare I assume, but glancing at the service manual looks like you have the same setup mine did.

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General Discussion / Re: My Honda scooter
« on: January 08, 2026, 08:55:22 PM »
I'd think any of the 300ish mini-maxi's would be a bit quicker.
Other than that there's not a lot around (new) that falls between those two choices in the U.S. at this time.

Another thought though, having test ridden the ADV 160 & kooking at the spec on those, noting it's similarity to my SYM I'm curious if you've tried dropping a gram on your rollers?
I did this with my SYM, & might have lost some hypothetical top end, but gained a better real world top end as well as better acceleration.
I tried both sliders and rollers to achieve this & found the DP sliders were a better fit for my application.  The rollers had the engine very revved at the top end where the sliders calmed that down somewhat.
Caveat Lector, & I suggest you check the Honda forums to see what others have done of course since YMMV & these are different bikes.

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General Discussion / Re: No scooters?
« on: July 13, 2025, 05:41:54 AM »
I can definitely see the appeal of the e-bikes, other than catching on fire, but even then..travel with marshmallows and a stick...+

No licensing on the lower power ones, adequate range for running around town a bit, low maintenance, & those who are interested in such things can easily tweak 'em. 
Illegal to do that of course, but hard to catch if you're half smart about it, though I've seen a few articles noting that some European countries are finding ways to curb that.

For my use case though, the range is generally too short, so not yet for me.

I have to admit that I'm on the verge of swapping my 15-yr old Kymco for an e-scooter.  They're fast, cheap, and easy to maintain.  Some of the new Chinese models are REALLY REALLY fast!  They only problem with e-machines is they catch fire and burn the house down.

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Roadcraft / Re: rear lighting~!
« on: November 11, 2024, 07:13:19 PM »
I went all LEDs on the SYMs, & filled in the Euro lights in addition to keeping the stalks for blinkers.
Also added a Shad case light for extra visibility and an eye catching change when braking (The Shad light is not a running light, it only comes on when braking)
The difference on both ends is amazing.  If you can't see it, you're not looking....Which is sadly sometimes the case.

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Roadcraft / Re: used the 5W amber running light to stay on the road!
« on: November 11, 2024, 07:07:56 PM »
Glad ya found a way Major.

Always easier to ride when you can see.
+1 to Neil's note though.  No shame in stopping if ya hafta.

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Downtown 300 / Re: Transmission oil expired date
« on: August 30, 2024, 07:16:49 AM »
I doubt it'll be an issue.  Even Mfr's say 5 years.  Chemists say 15 if ya dig around, but the standards update periodically so it won't be the latest greatest  Of course your bike is likely older than the oil that should be an issue since it was built to the older standard.

Google around a bit and see if you're comfortable using it.
If not. Gear oil is cheap, drop the old stuff at the local hazmat for recycling.

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Technical | How To / Re: Gasoline
« on: May 10, 2024, 05:14:27 AM »
If it's happy with the cheap stuff, keep using it.
My injected Burgman does not care.
My carb'd SYM does run a bit better on non eth usually.  Not generally enough to justify the price, but at 70+ mpg I'm not too worried about that.
Maybe run a couple tanks of the cheap stuff, track your mpg, & do the same with non-eth 90 (overkill for octane but lack of eth is the point).

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Eye Candy | Videos and Pics / Re: Finally ready to ride
« on: April 10, 2024, 05:56:53 PM »
Very nice.
Almost bought one of those. 

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