SBF SYM Cafe 2009 / 2010

[quizesilver]

hi guys, i have narrowed down my options to either SYM GTS200/200iEvo or Honda PCX due to COE ending soon, thus need your valuable inputs related to GTS. my ride will be for commuting between home and work and occasional weekend rides. currently on phantom TA200, which i diligently change EO monthly. throughout the years, i had changed the dead batts twice, apart from the tyres/chain - which i think is really-really low maintenance & high in reliability.

1) how is the reliability of GTS?

2) maintenance?

3) spare parts availability and cost?

4) any other negs experience that you had?

 

TIA!

 

 

i would ask u to get GTS200 over evo or PCX

assume both GTS and EVO same. aka abt 32km/h.

PCX more abt 40-45km/h as claim. nt sure

 

give this and the starting price. i need to travel alot to earn back the difference.

 

the next will be GTS there are parts in singapore and malaysia.

but EVO and PCX i cant comment. i know EVO is not in malaysia. do become da boleh... haha

 

only thing abt all 3 bike. to me is super under power. which i cant tahan. that y i change to maxsym

 

for your consideration.

[shorty]

i want to know also where to buy spare parts for sym bikes.

[RTinc]

 

I recommend him too

He is an expert for Maxi Scoot

 

Cool i'll sure go to him as i live @ serangoon north, haha. But you know know his address? cant find his address anywhere in internet.

[RTinc]

The price of a machine in Singapore is rather complicated. $4500 (not $4500k!!) sounds low for a GTS -- this excludes the COE and insurance? Currently, I would expect a new GTS to cost more than $7k, all-in.

 

From ASphoon, all in based on COE $1902 n insurance under 31. total about $7600 for GTS

[etkach3]

The price of a machine in Singapore is rather complicated. $4500 (not $4500k!!) sounds low for a GTS -- this excludes the COE and insurance? Currently, I would expect a new GTS to cost more than $7k, all-in.

 

yes bro..machine price is the price of the bike only without anything

excludes: IU, COE, Insurance, Road Tax, Agreement Fee and Of course GST

 

same like Maxsym: machine is 9k

den plus all the cock and bull: $13750

Edited December 13, 2011 by etkach3

[RTinc]

Cos Sym is quite a popular brand, don't think there is any problem with spare parts... though I am not absolutely sure on this one. But in terms of technology, the 200i is probably more advanced than the GTS. Of course, there is a also a significant price difference. But if you spread the cost over a few years, it may be worthwhile to go for the 200i. Anyway, I was faced with the same choices and opted for the 200i for that reason.

 

Thanks for the advise. I think ill think harder and go down to see both again, to know which design i like better. but for now, 200i for the efi engine. But to me the best looking will b new 400cc sym max, saw it in other shop near mah. lol

[etkach3]

Cos Sym is quite a popular brand, don't think there is any problem with spare parts... though I am not absolutely sure on this one. But in terms of technology, the 200i is probably more advanced than the GTS. Of course, there is a also a significant price difference. But if you spread the cost over a few years, it may be worthwhile to go for the 200i. Anyway, I was faced with the same choices and opted for the 200i for that reason.

 

I heard from my friend who uses 300evo, spare part for sym can get at JB very cheap compare to sg and its original some more..

lol..as for me i rather go sg to do all my servicing stuffs..i scared la servicing at JB..

[etkach3]

 

Cool i'll sure go to him as i live @ serangoon north, haha. But you know know his address? cant find his address anywhere in internet.

its at level one bro..the shop is under the ramp where car go to level 2

i think the building is call: first center

 

here is the link hope it helps

 

https://foursquare.com/v/ac-motors--ah-choong/4d1d412ae56f6ea8df2f5a1d

Edited December 13, 2011 by etkach3

[scud]

thanks to all for your inputs. i think the difference between both models is in the range of $1k+, which is why they ended up as my options. good to know there are some good recommendations on gts.

[RTinc]

its at level one bro..the shop is under the ramp where car go to level 2

i think the building is call: first center

 

here is the link hope it helps

 

https://foursquare.com/v/ac-motors--ah-choong/4d1d412ae56f6ea8df2f5a1d

Thanks bro for your help! The link really helps and the place is near my place!

[RTinc]

thanks to all for your inputs. i think the difference between both models is in the range of $1k+, which is why they ended up as my options. good to know there are some good recommendations on gts.

 

I think after if you really decide on sym den pcx. Next headache will b gts200 or 200ievo, haha! wish you the best in bike selection, just go with your heart!

[RTinc]

1 more question, is there any other motorshop that sell joyride 200ievo then mah?

[etkach3]

1 more question, is there any other motorshop that sell joyride 200ievo then mah?

lol..my bike shop at tampines (beside dirl wheel)..lol.

but it all ended up taking the bike from Mah coz Mah is the agent of SYM

[yeokh]

i would ask u to get GTS200 over evo or PCX

assume both GTS and EVO same...

 

...only thing abt all 3 bike. to me is super under power. which i cant tahan. that y i change to maxsym

 

Power depends also on the rider profile. Those who want to travel at high speeds for long distances may find the power of the bikes inadequate. But for those who are content to cruise at about 80 km/hr (which, for me, is already very high speed!) most of the time, the bikes would be more than adequate.

 

It should perhaps also be borne in mind that the speed limit in Singapore is 90 km/hr. Hence travelling over this speed at any time is breaking the law. Having a bike with a small engine displacement capacity thus actually helps one to stay on the right side of the law. Travelling at lower speeds is also much safer.

[etkach3]

Power depends also on the rider profile. Those who want to travel at high speeds for long distances may find the power of the bikes inadequate. But for those who are content to cruise at about 80 km/hr (which, for me, is already very high speed!) most of the time, the bikes would be more than adequate.

 

It should perhaps also be borne in mind that the speed limit in Singapore is 90 km/hr. Hence travelling over this speed at any time is breaking the law. Having a bike with a small engine displacement capacity thus actually helps one to stay on the right side of the law. Travelling at lower speeds is also much safer.

 

lol...but to be honest GTS200 is very fast sia..dat time got this apek ride GTS200i EVO zoom pass by my maxsym..i was traveling at 110km/hr..what engine he use sia..lol

[yeokh]

Anyone experienced any difficulty pumping tyres? Went to a petrol station and tried to do it, but couldn't get the tyre pump nozzle to fit into the tyre valve opening. Is it easier to pump tyres at a tyre shop? Please help.

[FJRider]

Anyone experienced any difficulty pumping tyres? Went to a petrol station and tried to do it, but couldn't get the tyre pump nozzle to fit into the tyre valve opening. Is it easier to pump tyres at a tyre shop? Please help.

 

Is the tyre valve on the evo L shape like the GTS? If not, you can change it to the L shape valve which makes pumping more easier. Cost between $10.00 to $15.00

[yeokh]

The rear is L shaped. The front is not. Will consider your solution. Thanks.

 

Are the pumps at petrol stations and tyre shops identical in terms of shape of their nozzles? Does anybody pump at tyre shops at all? What has been your experience like? Any help would be appreciated.

 

Cheers.

[dunhill_616]

Long time no see guys!

 

Takes me hours to read these several pages when I did not visit here, glad to see more bros are joining GTS rider!

 

One good news my FC is about 28KM/Liter, it keeps on increase in mileage. Thanks a million to all the bros that discussed that issue and gave me advices!

 

Recently wanted to invest some money for my GTS, would like to purchase some additional rear box bracket like these:

 

 

I will keep my original/stock bracket, the new bracket is for extra support. Any bro knows where I can buy the above type of bracket?

[yeokh]

Please do not laugh out too loudly at this true story...

 

I found out why I was having so much difficulty pumping my tyres. It was about 6 am, see.... so the lighting wasn't too good. I had tried to pump the tyres but did not remove the caps on the tyre valves!

 

This morning I did it again but it was at 9 am so everything was bright and clear.... and I suddenly saw the black caps on the valves and realised how silly I was. After that, there was no problem, of course.

[quizesilver]

The rear is L shaped. The front is not. Will consider your solution. Thanks.

 

Are the pumps at petrol stations and tyre shops identical in terms of shape of their nozzles? Does anybody pump at tyre shops at all? What has been your experience like? Any help would be appreciated.

 

Cheers.

 

generally, the tire valve are all the same size/diameter.

 

L shape valve is gd for tire pump.

[sym7]

hi guys, i'm selling my Dr Pullery performance clutch set for GTS200. Brought at Taihin(kallang) for $550, will let go at $450. U can view it at e garage sales section, interested pls sms me @98214979 to deal. Thanks for viewing.

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Hi bros here,may i know what is the highest mileage then you change your belt?tx

[shorty]

wat bike? gts200?

[Owen0606]

merry xmas to all