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#Redirect [[Kymco Xciting 250]]
|name            = KYMCO Xciting 250
|photo=Kymco-Xciting-250.jpg
|aka              =
|manufacturer    = KYMCO
|parent_company  =
|production      = 2005 - 07
|model_year      =
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|successor        =
|class            =
|engine          = Four stroke, single cylinder, SOHC, 4 valves
|bore_stroke      =
|compression      = 10.6:1
|top_speed        =
|power            =
|torque          =
|fuel_system      =
|ignition        = CDI
|spark_plug      =
|battery          =
|transmission    = Automatic, CVT
|frame            = Tubular steal structure
|suspension      =Front: Hydraulic telescopic forks <br>
Rear: Single sided swingarm, [[hydraulic]] adjustable shock
|brakes          =Front: 2 x 260 mm disc <br>Rear: Single 240 mm disc
|front_tire      = {{tire|120/70 -15}}
|rear_tire    = {{tire|150/70 -14}}
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|wheelbase        = 1600 mm / 63 in
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|seat_height      = 770 mm / 30.3 in
|dry_weight      =
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|fuel_capacity    = 12.5 Liters / 3.3 US gal
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==Engine==
The engine was a Liquid cooled cooled Four stroke, single cylinder, SOHC, 4 valves. The engine featured a 10.6:1 [[compression ratio]]. 
 
==Chassis==
It came with a 120/70 -15 front [[tire]] and a 150/70 -14 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via 2 x 260 mm disc in the front and a Single 240 mm disc in the rear. The front suspension was a  Hydraulic telescopic forks while the rear was equipped with a Single sided swingarm, hydraulic adjustable shock. The Xciting 250 was fitted with a 12.5 Liters / 3.3 US gal fuel tank. The wheelbase was 1600 mm / 63 in long. 
== Photos ==
[[File:Kymco-Xciting-250.jpg|600px|KYMCO Xciting 250]]
[[File:kymco-xciting-250-06-01.jpg|600px|KYMCO Xciting 250]]
 
== Overview ==
 
Kymco
Xciting 250
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
There are many well-thought-out features
on the Xciting 250. The dash board includes a centrally located
speedometer that indicates kilometers per hour on the outer
ring, and miles per hour on the inner ring. AThe indicated speed
was about 5% optimistic compared to the actual. There are
temperature and fuel gauges to the right, and a tachometer to
the left. Yes, a tachometer on a CVT automatic scooter - maybe
Kymco felt they needed it to give the dash "balance." Just below
the analog speedometer display is a multi-function digital
display including a clock and tripmeter. The fuel filler cap is
located to the lower-right of the dash. The ignition switch
includes releases for the seat in several positions, a release
for the fuel cap, a steering lock and a shield.
 
Braking
The dual front (and single rear) disk brakes provided
plenty of stopping power for this 400+ pound scooter. Of course with me in the
pilot's seat, those poor brakes need to bring over 600 pounds to a stop and this
they did without complaint. The brakes did not feel either light or heavy to me.
In fact, I would say that the effort needed to operate them was just about
perfect. There was no noticeable dive or fade.
 
Storage
If you are planning on touring with a Kymco Xciting, you
will need to add some luggage. There are two small storage areas: one to the
lower left of the dash that can handle a pair of sunglasses and other small
items, and a... coin tray(???) at the tip of the seat. When I first saw this
little bit of hard plastic I was concerned that it might make the seat
uncomfortable (especially for the shorter among us). It didn't. As it happened,
I couldn't think of a use for it during my test, but it did not interfere at all
with comfortable seating. The storage area under the seat is somewhat shallow,
but it gobbled up a 3/4 helmet just fine. During my Friday evening ride with my
wife, we fit both of our armoured jackets under the seat. Bob at scooterville
said there is a color-matched rear trunk available for the Xciting and I would
consider that a mandatory addition for any real touring. The battery is located
in the "tail" and is accessible behind a plastic panel under the seat. There is
also a light under the seat, a power outlet, and a mount for your mobile phone.
 
Seat
In looking around on the web and talking to other
scooterists, the main comment about the Xciting seemed to be that is was a "tall
person's" ride. If you glance back to the comparison chart, you will see that
the Xciting at 30.3 inches is the tallest with the Majesty next (29.5 inches),
then the Reflex (28.3 inches), and the Burgman 400 being the lowest (27.4
inches). Of course none of these compares with the King - The Honda Helix at 26
inches off the road. While the scooters in the chart share a similar layout, one
height difference is obvious. Look at the tire sizes. As one would expect, they
pretty much follow seat height. The Xciting has the biggest rubber with 15 inch
front and 14 inch rear tires. These big skins contribute to the distance from
the ground and give the Xciting a remarkably stable ride.
Riding impressions
The Xciting started easily and quickly settled into a
fairly smooth idle. I did not run any acceleration tests, but my
seat-of-the-pants opinion is that the Xciting is a touch faster off the line
than the Reflexes I have ridden and was about the same for roll-on speed. What
about the top end of the speedometer you ask? With a 200+ pound pilot, GPS
indicated 79 mph on a flat stretch. A lighter pilot would likely see just past
80 mph. With the aforementioned pilot and his wife on board, the top was 75 mph.
 
Part of my test ride involved some twisties and hills on the run between
Prescott and Hudson. The Xciting demonstrated very competent handling and
offered a spirited but not sporty ride. At no point did I feel "under-vehicled"
on this ride.
Fit and Finish
 
One word: outstanding. The coloured body-work is glossy, all the pieces fit well
with each other, and the components appear to be of very good quality. Of course
the real test is time. After a season of doing my best to break my People 250, I
can say that Kymco's reputation for quality is well-deserved. I believe that the
Xciting will prove to be the equal of the major Japanese manufacturers in
quality and reliability.
Value
 
This is where the Kymco Xciting really shines. With twice the warranty period of
the other scooters in our comparison chart, the Xciting is still the least
expensive to purchase. Granted, Kymco does not have the dealer network that
Honda, Suzuki and Yamaha do, but the brand is still relatively new to the US
marketplace. According to Bob at Scooterville, Kymco's support and parts
availability has been excellent.
 
 
 
{|  class="wikitable"
|-
!Make Model
|Kymco Xciting 250
|-
!Year
|2005 - 07
|-
!Engine Type
|Four stroke, single cylinder, SOHC, 4 valves
|-
!Displacement
|251 cc / 15.3 cub in
|-
!Bore X Stroke
|72.7 x 60.4 mm
|-
!Compression
|10.6:1
|-
!Cooling System
|Liquid cooled
|-
!Induction
|Carburetor
|-
!Ignition
|CDI
|-
!Starting
|Electric
|-
!Max Power
|15.4 kW / 20.6 hp @ 7500 rpm
|-
!Max Torque
|20.9 Nm / 2.1 kgf-m / 15.4 ft lbs @ 7500 rpm
|-
!Transmission
|Automatic, CVT
|-
!Final Drive
|Belt
|-
!Frame
|Tubular steal structure
|-
!Wheelbase
|1600 mm / 63 in
|-
!Seat Height
|770 mm / 30.3 in
|-
!Front Suspension
|Hydraulic telescopic forks
|-
!Rear Suspension
|Single sided swingarm, hydraulic adjustable shock
|-
!Front Brakes
|2 x 260 mm disc
|-
!Rear Brakes
|Single 240 mm disc
|-
!Front Tire
|120/70 -15
|-
!Rear Tire
|150/70 -14
|-
!Dry-weight
|190 kg / 419 lbs
|-
!Fuel Capacity
|12.5 Liters / 3.3 US gal
|-
!Review
|Just Gotta Scoot
 
|}
== External Links ==
* http://www.justgottascoot.com
 
[[Category:Kymco motorcycles]]

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