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Post by jimboeau on Aug 5, 2015 14:46:15 GMT -5
Hello all,
Just bought a new 2013 Kymco Downtown 300i. I'm picking it up on Saturday with a trailer as it is about 100 miles away. It was on sale for $2999 and out the door for about $3270. I think I got a good deal. This will be my first bigger scoot and I am looking forward to riding it. Anyone else have one and how do you like it?
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Post by spandi on Aug 5, 2015 15:51:45 GMT -5
Nice ride. Enjoy it!   |
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Post by flyangler on Aug 5, 2015 16:17:49 GMT -5
You're getting a really nice bike, I test rode one earlier in the spring before I bought the 650, I was impressed with the power but mostly with handling , it carves it's way through the twisties nicely . I think you're going to really like this scooter , especially coming from a smaller bike, have FUN. |
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Post by jimboeau on Aug 5, 2015 22:36:30 GMT -5
Thanks, guys. I'm looking forward to it  |
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Post by wheelbender6 on Aug 8, 2015 12:05:58 GMT -5
Nicely done. I'm flourescent green with envy.
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Post by SylvreKat on Aug 9, 2015 10:35:04 GMT -5
So jim, you've had your new Downtown for a whole day. And you haven't posted how you like it yet? What gives?! Come on, share with us. How's the new scooty? Huh? Or haven't you stopped driving around yet?  >'Kat |
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Post by horace on Aug 9, 2015 20:50:31 GMT -5
Congrats Jimbo----- Welcome to the forum!!!!!!!
Seems like a decent deal and a VERY decent scooter. Make sure you keep up the Warranty and most important,
Smile while riding!!!!!
Please, feel free to ask any questions you may have...
GOOD LUCK!!!!!!!
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Post by jimboeau on Aug 9, 2015 21:07:07 GMT -5
I picked up the scooter yesterday, no problems with trailering it home. Put about 50 miles on it today. I really like it. I'm 5'10" but have short legs. So the seat fits about perfectly. Any longer legs might get a bit cramped. That is the one complaint you hear all the time is you need to be short or have short legs to fit into this scooter. Definitely not for tall riders. Has great take-off from a dead stop and corners very nicely. Such a smooth ride compared to the small scooter I'm used to riding. Got it up to about 65 today with plenty to go. It will be nice to be able to ride the scooter to work most mornings  |
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Post by SylvreKat on Aug 10, 2015 6:43:48 GMT -5
I'd always heard the opposite, that Kymcos tend to be high-seated. The ones I read stats on (and no, I don't remember which models now), they all had seats near 32", or even higher. Mine at 31.something " is already on the high side for me. Now you're saying leg space is tight. So you need long-short legs for a Downtown, huh? Now you just need to have someone take your pic on it, then post it. Show off that new scoot! >'Kat |
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Post by jimboeau on Aug 10, 2015 11:48:20 GMT -5
The Downtown actually has a seat height of about 30 inches. The seat is forward more than many taller people would like. My inseam is 30 inches and my legs fit on the scooter just fine. Anyone with legs with an inseam of 32 or more have complained about fitment. Many have modded the seat on the Downtown and I read that you can even get an alternate seat now which accommodates longer legged people |
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Post by oldchopperguy on Aug 14, 2015 11:13:07 GMT -5
Jimboeau,
Have a bone on the old chopper guy for "taking the plunge" and getting a first-class scoot! And, I think you got a very good deal! If my old 2007 Grandvista 250 is any indication of Kymco long-term durability, your new-generation 300 should last you a lifetime! Seriously, these Kymco scoots seem to me to be built VERY heavy-duty, with daily hard-use in mind. You also discovered the "Kymco squat" seating position... LOL! At first, I wasn't so sure about the seating position, but I quickly got used to it, and now like it. In fact, the lumbar support that forces you forward gives great back-support especially on long runs. With the short knee-room and average handlebar height, I decided these scoots best fit tall people with short legs... LOL! Fortunately, that fits me fine! Sort of reminds me of my Harley bobbers of a long-gone youth. I think you'll find the 300 to have plenty of performance... I test-rode a People 300 which probably uses the same engine/tranny as yours, in a flat-floor step-through design. I was impressed with its acceleration, and it would top  mph with little fuss. Please do keep us posted on your experiences with the bike... We need more Kymco riders on the site! Ride safe, and ENJOY the ride!Leo in Texas
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Post by jimboeau on Aug 14, 2015 11:40:46 GMT -5
Jimboeau,
Have a bone on the old chopper guy for "taking the plunge" and getting a first-class scoot! And, I think you got a very good deal! If my old 2007 Grandvista 250 is any indication of Kymco long-term durability, your new-generation 300 should last you a lifetime! Seriously, these Kymco scoots seem to me to be built VERY heavy-duty, with daily hard-use in mind. You also discovered the "Kymco squat" seating position... LOL! At first, I wasn't so sure about the seating position, but I quickly got used to it, and now like it. In fact, the lumbar support that forces you forward gives great back-support especially on long runs. With the short knee-room and average handlebar height, I decided these scoots best fit tall people with short legs... LOL! Fortunately, that fits me fine! Sort of reminds me of my Harley bobbers of a long-gone youth. I think you'll find the 300 to have plenty of performance... I test-rode a People 300 which probably uses the same engine/tranny as yours, in a flat-floor step-through design. I was impressed with its acceleration, and it would top mph with little fuss. Please do keep us posted on your experiences with the bike... We need more Kymco riders on the site! Ride safe, and ENJOY the ride!Leo in Texas Thanks Leo! I'm really enjoying the Downtown 300i. Just got it plated and titled yesterday so now I am legal  . Yes, the back support between the front seat and riders seat is very nice and I am already used to it. It sure rides smooth with plenty of acceleration. I'll check in often. |
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mph with little fuss.