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200cc
by: captjeff60 - Sept 2, 2015 20:18:26 GMT -5
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Post by captjeff60 on Sept 2, 2015 20:18:26 GMT -5
Thinking I might buy a 200 cc to back up current 150 any suggestions
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200cc
by: ghcoe - Sept 2, 2015 22:14:45 GMT -5
Post by ghcoe on Sept 2, 2015 22:14:45 GMT -5
Just watch the advertising. They advertise 200cc, but a lot are only in the 160-180cc range.
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200cc
by: SylvreKat - Sept 2, 2015 23:10:43 GMT -5
Post by SylvreKat on Sept 2, 2015 23:10:43 GMT -5
My BV200 is 198cc. All I've done is an annual spring tuneup each year. Love how it goes and how it handles.
>'Kat
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200cc
by: oldchopperguy - Sept 3, 2015 0:39:00 GMT -5
Post by oldchopperguy on Sept 3, 2015 0:39:00 GMT -5
Captjeff60,
Good advice above... Many "200" cc scoots are not nearly 200 cc. But some are still WAY ahead of the typical 150 in performance. For the most performance per dollar spent, probably the Italian rides are the best. Also, you might consider a used Japanese or Taiwanese 250, or even a new older-style Chinese 250. They show up now for around $1,500 and while pretty outdated, they are still light-years ahead of the typical Chinese 150 for performance. A good example of the "fake 200" genre is the Kymco "People 200". It's actually a 163 cc GY6 type aircooled engine not much different from the Chinese 150's. However... It will run 65 mph top end, and cruise 55+ anyway. Sweet! Here's a pic of one my dealer lent me while he changed tires on my 250. I was VERY impressed with it!s20.postimg.org/i13l4r5f1/Kymco_200_left_front.jpgI'm betting that if you do get a good running 200-250, you'll end up riding it exclusively, as a replacement for the 150. I've found my "new" old Kymco 250 is as handy for slow, in-city errands as my old 150 was, but it will still run moderate highway speeds in comfort. Lots of options out there, just do good research and find the best alternative. Best wishes and RIDE SAFE! Leo in Texas
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