Another snazzy scooter for 2010 is the Kymco People GT300i. It’s a new model for the People range, with a larger engine taken from the Xciting and Downtown models. The People GT300i will debut next spring and should provide some competition to the Honda SH300.

This Kymco People model has 32.8 hp, compared to the Honda’s 27 hp, and a modern and captivating style. The 16-inch wheels are an option that is often very successful on the European market, and to up the ante even more, the People GT300i has components in tint to provide the finishing touch on mirrors, top box etc.

To match the engine, the braking system is equally powerful with front and rear 260 mm discs with three piston, floating callipers. The seat is low and wide for a high wheel scooter, with a flat foot area, hook to secure luggage and a 12V power outlet. No pricing has been released, but the Kymco People GT300i should have a competitive option.

Kymco People GT300i

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In our scooter a day series is the new Kymco Like 200i, which has that mix of modern and retro style that seems to be successful in the European market. The Like 200i is one of a couple of new 2010 Kymco models that were presented at the 2009 EIMCA show, and it builds on the smaller Like model with decent quality at an affordable price.

The Kymco Like 200i has a 163 cc engine with 8.1 kW of power and a top speed of nearly 120 km in hour for those days when you’re late for work on the ring road. It has a front disc brake and rear drum brake, with 12-inch alloy wheels. The front suspension features hydraulic forks and the rear includes adjustable dampers.

The Like 200i comes with electric and kick start feature, a standard top box in tint with the scooter, a digital clock and halogen headlamp. On the European market it costs about 2,100 euros, which is very reasonable for a city scooter ride.

Kymco Like 200i

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Like is the new scooter from Kymco, both elegant and retro at the same time. It’s been designed as a traditional city scooter and was created by Italian designer Massimo Zaniboni after some research into scooters of the 50’s and 60’s.

It shows both Asian and European style elements, having fresh and clean lines. The seat is larger than on some scooters, and can comfortable take on two people with anti-slip material. The Like scooter is available in 50 and 125 cc versions.

It has a four-stroke engine with two air cooled valves for economic and quick riding. The 50 cc model will also soon be available in a two-stroke version, air cooled, which will highlight its agility and light weight.

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The Kymco Xciting range seems to be on a winner and has developed the models into an ‘R’ version to indicate the added sports style and performance. Previously appreciated for its quality-price ratio, it takes an extra step in 2009 with this new model.

The Xciting R design is sleek and clean, and now has a totally new front, giving that essential sports touch. LED technology is being used, and the tail has a new look with new handle and ergonomic features. Black is definitely back and is more agressive.

The two different engine options satisfy different users. The 500cc has electronic ignition, is liquid cooled and has four valves with twin cam in the style of sports motorcycles. It has a maximum power of 28.2 kW (38.4 hp) at 7,000 rpm and torque of 41.1 Nm at 5,500 rpm. The weight is 221 kg and it has a top speed of 147 km/hr.

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The 2009 Kymco Xciting confirms that this model has evolved such to confirm it has maintained its relevance over time, updated to keep up with developments. The new Xciting will be available in the classic 300 and 500 cc, in the “R” version.

The look has been overhauled with a new front that’s agressive and futuristic, with a double headlight. The rear is characterised by an LED light and new racing style paint work.

The front headlights are also LED, with reduced consumption and longer durability, while the indicators have been tucked in to the scooter, to maintain its smooth lines. The touches to the rear of the Kymco Xciting include a sporty rear handle in a style that gives the scooter more grunt. For more information on this new version of the Kymco Xciting, go to Kymco.

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The Kymco Agility is being updated for 2009 with a new sports version called Agility RS. It will be available in two versions of 125cc and 50cc. The sports ideal behind this scooter can be seen in the completely new look, with sports instrumentation, and bag carrier in silver colour. The engine will be a single cylinder four stroke.

It seems that the commercial roll-out plan is still in a phase of development, as there is no decision yet as to whether this will be released in Europe. An eventual introduction to the Italian market, for instance, is still to be evaluated.

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The Kymco Like 125/50 is a new retro style scooter from Italian designer Massimo Zaniboni. The classic scooter has clean and modern lines, is compact but with some fine details and finishing.

‘Like’ comes from a detailed study on 50’s and 60’s style scooters, and the new Kymco model is comfortable and versatile. It has two 12-inch wheels, making it perfect for city traffic and weekend day trips. It is available in both 125cc and 50cc versions, both with a powerful four-stroke, two-valve, air cooled engine. A two-stroke 50cc version will also be available. The braking system includes twin discs and top-of-the-range features such as halogen lights and complete instrument panel.

The rear storage is Kymco series and integrated with the overall look of the scooter. ‘Like’ will be on sale from summer 2009 though no details on the pricing are available. It should prove to be a competitive figure though, similar to the general pricing of the Kymco line.

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The Downtown 300i is the new sport-tourer scooter from Kymco, with plenty of top-of-the-range options and great versatility.

The modern style is the work of Italian designer Massimo Zaniboni and shows both the comfort and dynamism that this scooter looks to offer. The robust chassis has generous wheels (14-inch at the front and 13-inch at the rear), which guarantee maximum security and stability. The 300i is equipped with a new tyre pressure monitoring system called TPM.

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Kymco is offering a new version of its Xciting scooter, with updated power at 300i, and available in the R 300i versions with new colours and sports transmission and suspension.

The more agressive Xciting 300i is at ease in traffic and on ring roads, and can even attempt longer trips away from home. It’s a modern scooter, both elegant and sporty, with the 300i and R 300i different mostly in the colouring.

The instrument panel is wide and well-equipped, while the scooter has more storage than you’ll ever need, including the underseat space holding 10kg, and having a light and 12V recharge socket.

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The model is a lot sexier than we’re used to seeing and we’re not talking about the scooter! But if we were we would discuss Kymco’s new People S, updated with new 300i power. People S 300i is, in fact, aimed at a public who uses their scooter both in everyday city traffic and for weekend touring.

The background of this “Made in Taiwan” is linked to able Italian designers who have worked on producing a modern vehicle, characterised by tense and angular lines that give it originality. Some details and specs are below.

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