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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;Touring Scooter</td>
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				<td valign='top'><strong class="total">&nbsp;$6,299.00</strong>
				
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;24</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;Single-Cylinder</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;1</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;4-Stroke</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;Liquid</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;2</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;2</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;DOHC</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;Electric</td>
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				<td valign='top'>Fuel Requirements</td>
				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;Regular</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;Gas</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;Continuously Variable (CVT)</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;Belt</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;120/70 - 15</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;150/70 - 14</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;Dual Hydraulic Disc</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;Hydraulic Disc</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;61.8 / 1569.7</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;3.4 / 12.8</td>
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		<h5>That is a great looking and reliable bike. </h5>
		<div class="date">By Sean(Owner),  May. 15, 2010</div>
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		I have this bike for almost a year. Using it for my daily commute and pleasure group riding. This bike is the best looking Scooter around (in US). It is powerful and very responsive. It can accelerate even in high speeds. Its only issue is the uncomfortable seat for longer rides. I couldn't even fin<span class="simple_review_box" >...</span><span class="expand_review_box" style="display:none;">d any after market seat. <br />
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		<h5>Better than Best</h5>
		<div class="date">By w j weis(Owner),  Jul. 20, 2012</div>
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		I have a 2007  xciting 500 which has over 23,000 miles and it is still going strong.   I was so impressed with the performance and reliability of this bike that I bought a second one.   A 2009 500ri.  I Have gone through several other motorcycles in the past two years and the kymco scooter/s are the<span class="simple_review_box" >...</span><span class="expand_review_box" style="display:none;"> only vehicles which remained in the stable for more than a few months.  Very fast, very fun and  super convenient.  Truly  an awesome value. <br />
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		<h5>500 injection</h5>
		<div class="date"> Feb. 19, 2009</div>
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2009 KYMCO Xciting 500 Ri

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2009 KYMCO Xciting 500 Ri pictures, prices, information, and specifications. Below is the information on the 2009 KYMCO Xciting 500 Ri. If you would like to get a quote on a new 2009 KYMCO Xciting 500 Ri use our Build Your Own tool, or Compare this bike to other Touring Scooter motorcycles.To view more specifications, visit our Detailed Specifications.
2009 KYMCO Xciting 500 Ri Specifications

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Identification
Model Type	Touring Scooter
BASE MSRP(US)	$6,299.00
Warranty	24
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Engine:
Engine Type	Single-Cylinder
Cylinders	1
Engine Stroke	4-Stroke
Cooling	Liquid
Valves	2
Valves Per Cylinder	2
Valve Configuration	DOHC
Starter	Electric
Fuel Requirements	Regular
Fuel Type	Gas
Transmission:
Transmission Type	Continuously Variable (CVT)
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel)	Belt
Wheels & Tires:
Front Tire (Full Spec)	120/70 - 15
Rear Tire (Full Spec)	150/70 - 14
Brakes:
Front Brake Type	Dual Hydraulic Disc
Rear Brake Type	Hydraulic Disc
Technical Specifications:
Wheelbase (in/mm)	61.8 / 1569.7
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)	3.4 / 12.8
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That is a great looking and reliable bike.

By Sean(Owner), May. 15, 2010
I have this bike for almost a year. Using it for my daily commute and pleasure group riding. This bike is the best looking Scooter around (in US). It is powerful and very responsive. It can accelerate even in high speeds. Its only issue is the uncomfortable seat for longer rides. I couldn't even fin... Read Full Review
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By w j weis(Owner), Jul. 20, 2012
I have a 2007 xciting 500 which has over 23,000 miles and it is still going strong. I was so impressed with the performance and reliability of this bike that I bought a second one. A 2009 500ri. I Have gone through several other motorcycles in the past two years and the kymco scooter/s are the... Read Full Review