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Mar 18, 2013
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Salvage title scoot still is great NEW
by: Anonymous

I picked up a 2009 HD200 for $500. Lots of cosmetic issues (cracked plastics, missing screws, etc), and the prior owner could not figure out why it would not start. Replaced the starter relay and it cranked right up. The scoot is quick off the line, up to 45/50 with or ahead of most cars. Great mileage. It came with a large GIVE box so storage is not an issue. It feels solid on the interstate. I have had it up to 75mph for 15-20 miles and it performed nicely.

I am lucky to have a SYM dealer less than 2 miles from home so parts have not been an issue.

I am very impressed at how well it handles hot weather. Even during out mild summer days when it drops below 100 degrees about midnight, the engine runs cool. I cannot, however, go wot for long periods of time without the gauge going to the halfway mark.

It compares nicely with a Piaggio BV200 of the same year I restored, but the fit and finish of the Beverly was much better.

I will buy another if I can find a good deal.

Mar 30, 2010
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You got to be kidding
by: Jacob Israel

This by far is the best scooter I have ever owned!! When I hit bumps I cant hear anything rattling around or loose. It goes over those bumps like a solid peice of a machine.

You can easily sneak up on someone while riding this bike because it is so quiet. The qauges work great and I like the fact that the engine seems to run cool and so far the fan has never had to come on yet.

The needle only has went 1/4 of the way and I hear that the fan kicks on at the halfway point. I love a cool riding engine for longer life. I like the headlights at night. Very very bright! I would like to have more accessories for this bike because it's a keeper.

Love having the clock staring at me but can't find out how to change it from military time... I would like to change the seat because I think I can find one more comfortable for me since I will be riding this for many miles, maybe a Corbin seat...

One of the best things I like is that this scooter is small but very fast... I can actually ride in the bike lane with other mopeds when I feel like it and then jump on the road and leave them... I recommend this scooter to anybody.

This scooter was used only for 2 months when I bought it from someone who bought it new... I paid $2,300 instead of $4,500 out the door price which is what I was told by the Yamaha Suzuki dealer... Good luck on finding a used one. I have owned many many motorcycles and scooters and this is one of my favorites.

Jul 23, 2009
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One Year Now
by: James Rogers

I have had my HD 200 for a year now and I am so impressed. I concur with a lot of your comments. The side stand is dangerous and I almost dropped it once, although I was parked at the time on uneven ground. I use the center stand almost exclusively.
After a year, in weather from 10 degrees to 100 degrees, it has never failed to start and run beautifully. My only costs to this machine have been the regular maintenance and fuel. Can't beat that.
I think the weakest feature may be the brakes. They seem adequate, but not up to the standard with the rest of the vehicle. It just means that you should really know your vehicle and its capabilities and adjust accordingly. Great review!

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