SYM HD2200 / CBS200

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SYM HD2200 / CBS200
Manufacturer
SYM
Production 2014
Engine
Single cylinder, 4-stroke, 4V, SOHC
Compression ratio 10.0:1
Top Speed 109 km/h / 68 mph
Fuel System EFI (C.L.)
Ignition CDI
Battery 12V, 8 Ah
Transmission CVT
Frame Pipe under bone, steel
Suspension Front: Telescopic fork
Rear: Twin sided swing arm
Brakes Front: Single hydraulic disc, 226 mm
Rear: Disc, 220 mm
Front Tire 100/80-16 50S, tubeless
Rear Tire 120/80-16 60S, tubeless
Wheelbase 1380 mm / 54.3 in.
Seat Height 787 mm / 31 in.
Weight 134 kg / 297 lbs (dry), 145 kg / 320 lbs (wet)
Fuel Capacity 7.8 L / 2.1 US gal
Manuals Service Manual


It could reach a top speed of 109 km/h / 68 mph.

Engine[edit | edit source]

The engine was a Liquid cooled cooled Single cylinder, 4-stroke, 4V, SOHC. The engine featured a 10.0:1 compression ratio.

Drive[edit | edit source]

Power was moderated via the Centrifugal, dry type.

Chassis[edit | edit source]

It came with a 100/80-16 50S, tubeless front tire and a 120/80-16 60S, tubeless rear tire. Stopping was achieved via Single hydraulic disc, 226 mm in the front and a Disc, 220 mm in the rear. The front suspension was a Telescopic fork while the rear was equipped with a Twin sided swing arm. The HD2200 / CBS200 was fitted with a 7.8 L / 2.1 US gal fuel tank. The bike weighed just 134 kg / 297 lbs. The wheelbase was 1380 mm / 54.3 in. long.

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Overview[edit | edit source]

SYM HD2 200 / 200 CBS





Featured in the elegant and yet sporty style, HD2 is a complete upgraded version from its predecessor. The new bodyline design, dual headlights and taillight complete the evolution of HD. The details are equally remarkable- the SYM logo on the radiator and Y-shaped decoration add its uniqueness of the front design. The user-friendly improvement on HD2 includes the lowered seat height of 790 mm and engine cut-off switch. In addition, there is the combined braking system (CBS), it brings the scooter to a rapid stop to fulfil the safety wise.

The HD2 is an evolution of the HD 200 from SYM, and whilst not a great deal has changed over the years, this scooter still represents some of the best value for money on today's market. The big wheeled platform combined with a punchy, liquid-cooled, 4-valve engine makes the HD a bit of a commuters dream.

There have been a host of upgrades since I last rode SYM’s HD. Notable changes include disc brakes front and rear. The wave discs measure 220 mm on the front and 226 mm on the rear, they both feel responsive. The new dash takes a European analogue approach and now includes a digital clock. New styling around the front end is dominated by twin headlamps. In the on position, the left hand light performs low beam honours. The new HD2 badges do look classy. The flat floor comes in handy when carrying additional loads via the bag hook. The rear rack is box ready and there’s enough room under the seat for a half faced helmet or some spare wet weather gear. The underseat storage area opens via the ignition and there’s also two external helmet hooks if required. The glove box is fairly small and in reality just allows access to the coolant reservoir. When riding the HD2, the first thing you notice is just how sorted and refined this model is. It’s not big or bulky, it’s light and easy to ride, very easy to manoeuvre. The HD turns into corners well and balances all this with fairly good stability at high speed. When filtering, you immediately realise how thin the proportions are. Like I said, the HD2 is very well sorted.

The engine provides enough punch to accelerate away from traffic and the HD will easily cruise at a steady 100 km/h. Two-up and the HD still manages well, it just requires a bigger twist of the wrist. The passenger sits comfortably on the raised seat section and their feet remain clear of the riders. Ergonomically the HD is very sound.

Probably the only negative would be the raised seat section itself which tends to force the rider forward. The HD2 also lacks a 12 volt charger, though I don’t remember the last time I charged my phone on a scooter, especially when only commuting across town.

The HD lives in that zone we call the middle ground. It’s not classed as a large capacity scooter and it’s not a budget commuter either - it’s somewhere in-between. The benefits are plentiful. Fantastic fuel economy, low registration costs due to the capacity and a really nice balance of weight and power.

The HD2 retails for around $5000 on the road registered. That’s just over a grand more when comparing it with the majority of budget commuter scooters, yet the HD2 offers so much more when it comes to flexibility. You don’t need to shy away from motorways and you’ll still have a really “easy to live with” commuter friendly scooter that can pillion if needed. The HD2 provides the best of both worlds. We had the HD2 for an extended trial over a two month period. It performed faultlessly, performing duties from daily shop runs, to extended days out two-up. The engine in my opinion, can be placed in the same class as Piaggio’s Quasar, it’s an absolute cracker that has a real sense of reliability and refinement about it. The more k’s we placed on it, the better it felt. Extracts from a review by Allen Drysdale.

Make Model SYM HD2 200 / 200 CBS
Year 2014
Engine Type Single cylinder, 4-stroke, 4V, SOHC
Displacement 171.2 cc / 10.4 cub in.
Bore X Stroke 61 x 58.6 mm
Compression 10.0:1
Cooling System Liquid cooled
Lubrication Dry sump
Exhaust Single
Fuel System EFI (C.L.)
Induction Electronic
Ignition CDI
Battery 12V, 8 Ah
Starting Electric
Clutch Centrifugal, dry type
Maximum Power 11.4 kW / 15.5 hp @ 8000 rpm
Maximum Torque 15.0 Nm / 1.5 kgf-m / 11.6 ft/lb @ 6500 rpm
Transmission CVT
Final Drive Belt
Frame Pipe under bone, steel
Dimensions Length: 2070 mm / 81.5 in. Width: 760 mm / 29.9 in. Height: 1240 mm / 48.8 in.
Wheelbase 1380 mm / 54.3 in.
Ground Clearance 125 mm / 4.9 in.
Seat Height 787 mm / 31 in.
Front Suspension Telescopic fork
Rear Suspension Twin sided swing arm
Front Brakes Single hydraulic disc, 226 mm
Rear Brakes Disc, 220 mm
Wheels Aluminum alloy
Front Wheel 2.50 x 16 in.
Front Tire 100/80-16 50S, tubeless
Rear Wheel 2.75 x 16 in.
Rear Tire 120/80-16 60S, tubeless
Dry Weight 134 kg / 297 lbs
Wet Weight 145 kg / 320 lbs
Fuel Capacity 7.8 L / 2.1 US gal
Average Fuel Consumption 2.4 L/100 km / 41 km/l / 96 US mpg
Top Speed 109 km/h / 68 mph
Colours Black, Grey, White, Sporty black, Sporty brown
Review Scootersales

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