Lance Cali Classic Scooter Review

by Desre 1
(Chicago, IL)

A Lance Cali Classic scooter

A Lance Cali Classic scooter

I love my Lance Cali Classic scooter, which is made by SYM and the reason I posted this review on this page. It's cute, fast, and fun to ride! But it is failing me.


It takes at least 15 minutes to keep it started before I can enjoy the ride. Tell me this is normal for a brand new scooter. I have had vapor lock (in front of a city bus), the fuel valve has been changed, the floater has been replaced, and it's still choking on its starting and has to be tried over and over.

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Jul 26, 2018
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starstarstarstarstar 		Lance Cali Classic engine problems NEW
by: Raven

Hi
I’m glad to see these posts because frankly I feel like my scooter is the only one that’s ever had problems. It’s got less than 300 miles on it after we purchased it new on June 1st. I was riding to an appointment and right in the middle of the ride the engine stalled. I restarted it and it stalled 4 more times again but eventually I got where I was going (about 5 miles). I called the dealer in a panic because of the seriousness of the problem (had I been in busier traffic I may have been hit). Took it to a scooter shop in town that the dealer recommended and they said it ran fine for them but they did a few things like cleaning the lines and refilling the tank. No problems for 2 more months until yesterday when the same problem reoccurred, leaving me stalled out at the side of the road. It’s going back to the shop next week. I’m wondering if anyone has had this problem?
Aug 23, 2014
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starstarstarstarstar 		Thanks for the reviews NEW
by: Mike

I am going to trade in my Wolf Brand 50cc for a 150CC scoot next week. I'm trying to decide between a Genuine Hooligan and a SYM Cali 150. I really like the looks of the Cali. The fit and finish seem to be excellant. This is the nicest Honda Joker clone I've seen, far nicer than the Chinese clones I've observed. The dealer assures me that parts are not an issue and SYM makes a reliable scooter. I'm leaning towards the Cali because I like the feel when I sit on it and it gives me enough leg room (I'm 5'11). I also like the vintage look. It is also $1,100.00 cheaper. If I get the Cali I will add the rear luggage rack and top case for more storage.
Jun 12, 2014
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starstarstarstarstar 		Vapor lock NEW
by: Sheila

After many frustrating conversations with the dealer and the factory regarding stalling while cruising along just fine, I took it to a friend who is a mechanic, because the Lance Professionals couldn't figure it out. In plain view, my friend saw that the fuel line was in direct contact with the engine without insulation. Duhhhh. My friend put some insulation on it and for the first time, I was able to take a nice ride without a stall. Look at the top of the engine. Is the fuel line resting on it?

Sheila
Jun 12, 2014
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starstarstarstarstar 		Vapor lock NEW
by: Anonymous

After many frustrating conversations with the dealer and the factory regarding stalling while cruising along just fine, I took it to a friend who is a mechanic, because the Lance Professionals couldn't figure it out. In plain view, my friend saw that the fuel line was in direct contact with the engine without insulation. Duhhhh. My friend put some insulation on it and for the first time, I was able to take a nice ride without a stall. Look at the top of the engine. Is the fuel line resting on it?

Sheila
Feb 16, 2014
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starstarstarstarstar 		Cali Classic 125 NEW
by: Anonymous

I've had my Cali Classic 125,for 3 months and already have 18000 miles on it with never a problem
Feb 16, 2014
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starstarstarstarstar 		Cali Classic 125 NEW
by: Anonymous

I've had my Cali Classic 125,for 3 months and already have 18000 miles on it with never a problem
Sep 05, 2011
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starstarstarstarstar 		Cali Classic 125
by: Anonymous

I have had my Cali 125 for two months and I love it. I haven't had any mechanical issues. It starts up immediately. So far so good.
Nov 03, 2010
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starstarstarstarstar 		Cali Classic fuel vent
by: Ootscoot

On the Cali Classic, the gas tank vent can become clogged. There is a little round check-valve that can fill with gas and restrict the breathing of the gas tank. I usually find that if I remove the cover over the gas tank, look for the little round valve, remove the bottom hose that goes from the tank vent to this check valve, at the valve, the tank breathes easier, and the vacuum lines don't get choked up with gas.(leave the check valve there, with the top hose still connected)
Oct 28, 2010
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starstarstarstarstar 		Let Us Know
by: Jim Zeiser

Please let us know if it worked out. I keep giving this advice, I'd like to know how it works for someone.
Oct 27, 2010
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starstarstarstarstar 		lance cali classic
by: Anonymous

Thanks Jim, it's worth trying
Oct 27, 2010
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starstarstarstarstar 		Simple Test
by: Jim Zeiser

Put your hand over the inlet of the air filter and partially block it. If the scooter runs better as it warms up your electric choke is goofed up.If you can't manage it with your hand, get masking tape, block part of the inlet and after it warms up tear off the tape. If it warms up better you've found your solution.

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