SYM GTS200 group

[gpan]

My black plastic looks new because I applied ArmorAll once a month.

 

I use Simoniz Bumper Black for my black plastics, including Givi box.

I feel it gives better black and protection for plastics as it is for outdoor items. Also it doesn't make the plastics/rubber too smooth. I also use it for foot area....

This item can be bought from Autobacs or Home Fixit or reputable DIY shops. About $10-15, I think.

[gpan]

I feel the bike is quite light in the front when having pillion at the back. It is quite difficult to control. Anybody here with similar situations and how you guys adapt to it?

 

I found that i could handle it better if i open throttle when moving off... so i don't wobble, but if people don't know better, thought I rushing off somewhere like that... so fast for what??

 

Would you guys wanna meet up next weds after work? To discuss on our new/old ride, and to meet fellow SYM GTS riders.

 

I'll start first.

 

1) Melvyndb

 

I'm not around, you guys have fun!

[melvyndb]

I'm not around, you guys have fun!

 

Haa... its nice of you to reply... anyway, no response from anybody so the meet up didn't materialized.

[gpan]

Found this site - http://www.easyparts.nl/choosesubmodel/11/4897/0-968-1-m423-m4895-m4897/GTS_250.html

 

Useful to locate part number for bike parts. Seems the European GTS is a 250cc, not a 200cc?

[gpan]

Since I've been thinking about it and a few people have mentioned it, I thought I'd share my thoughts.

Our SYM has a 5 way adjustable spring tension rear suspension. It is set at 3 (mid way) from the factory. Seems most want it stiffer so just use a pair of adjustable pliers and turn the metal tube that holds the spring clockwise. Looking at the rear suspension from the back of the bike, you'll see a notch on the coilovers-turn the coilovers so that the body of the coilovers is raised one step. The coilover is kept in place by the notch. Do the same adjustment for both sides! This will put more tension in the spring and prevent bottoming out when carrying a pillion, especially over bumps.

[gpan]

Since I've been thinking about it and a few people have mentioned it, I thought I'd share my thoughts.

Our SYM has a 5 way adjustable spring tension rear suspension. It is set at 3 (mid way) from the factory. Seems most want it stiffer so just use a pair of adjustable pliers and turn the metal tube that holds the spring clockwise. Looking at the rear suspension from the back of the bike, you'll see a notch on the coilovers-turn the coilovers so that the body of the coilovers is raised one step. The coilover is kept in place by the notch. Do the same adjustment for both sides! This will put more tension in the spring and prevent bottoming out when carrying a pillion, especially over bumps.

[Alex_Burn_water]

yo guys... i am giving a special package for those names in the list! Full servicing at only $175! Interested?

 

I just did my full servicing anyway how much will it cost to change water pump seal? My engine oil is leaking due to water pump seal broken.

[gusruh]

Hi members,

 

Just wish to inform that I just sold my bike to a nice gentleman. I wish to thanks all the members here especially to the thread starter for the wonderful advised, tips and sharing of information. I loved the bike but I need to let it go since I won't be needing a bike as much as before.

 

I bid farewell to all and may you spend every day in the happiest way, living life to the fullest.

[gusruh]

Sym GTS200 rider fall in, for easy referrence

Add your info here.

 

SNO/ Nick / Colour / Area

1 / gpan/ Dark Blue/ Bedok South

2 / Mighty Max / Grey / Outram

3 / Alex1234 / Grey / Hougang

4 / danielsin2 / Black / Sengkang

5 / ah_tat1 / Grey / Bukit Panjang

6 / fai87 / Grey / Old Airport estate

7 / mondlye / Dark Blue / Tiong Bahru

8 / simmitaichi / Black / Sengkang

9 / hahn_stig/ Black / Woodlands

10 / waixiubo / Silver / Sengkang

11 / melvyndb / black / Yishun

12/ Alex_burn_water / Silver / Choa Chu Kang

13/ ibudiman / Black / Punggol

14/ shaun12 / Black / Chai Chee

 

Cheers to all GTS riders!!

[ahwei]

Hi,

I'm currently retaking my 2B.

 

Quite interested in getting a scooter after getting the license.

 

May I know between Sym and kymco scooter which one is more durable? FCs and cost of parts.

 

Thank you

[gpan]

Hey Gusruh.

 

All the best and happy trails!

 

Gerald

 

Hi members,

 

Just wish to inform that I just sold my bike to a nice gentleman. I wish to thanks all the members here especially to the thread starter for the wonderful advised, tips and sharing of information. I loved the bike but I need to let it go since I won't be needing a bike as much as before.

 

I bid farewell to all and may you spend every day in the happiest way, living life to the fullest.

[gpan]

Welcome to the club.

 

Auntie Shop -

 

411 Jalan Besar S(209014)

 

207 Lavender St S(338765)

 

Tel: 62910543

 

http://www.auntie-shop.com/

 

Hi there,

 

Do you have the shop name or address at Lavender? tks.

 

To all, any info avail for windshield tinting? tks.

 

Rgds

[SGGH]

Durable = how much time, effort money you want to spend to maintain it.

 

How do you define durable? Generally it's the same, the bikes are there to last.

 

cost of parts, roughly the same, but I tink machine price Sym looks better. But how long you intend to keep?

[Alex_Burn_water]

I just changed my stock rear shock @ Nam wah 2 week ago. They cost me $195 nett while outside selling ard$260.

 

Heard Yss is good, however short live as it goes soft easily.

@alex: Bro , maybe u can provide some review after trying Yss. If its good, next time I also change Yss

@ Max: I changed my brake pad @ future scootering for $35. Seem ex to me. Didn't managed to find the best deal, so Kakis !!! Must share share ur lobang with us

 

Hey Max, can you share with us when is the time to change auto clutch? Slow pick up and power loss? Trying to determine the time for me to change it. Btw which motor diam u went for the clutch? Stock clutch ar?

 

YSS suspension is higher than our stock suspension and it's stiffer as well, I'd adjust the compression to the softest but it's still very stiff, bounce very little on bumpy roads, causing me to have very bad backache after a short distance ride.

 

My personal experience with this pair of shocks.

[Alex_Burn_water]

Me too...just now wife telling me that she can smell rubber burn at the below rear wheel...

 

Mine too and I send it to future to check. The mechanic found out there's a small hole under the engine that cause my engine oil to leak, he claimed that this is an indicator that the water pump seal is broken and need a replacement. He's charging me $250 for it, take about 2-3hrs. I left without fixing it as I was in a rush. After a few days, there's no more burnt smell and no more leak. Don't know if the mechanic's claims are true. Any bros can advise? Thanks in advance!

[Bike Yong]

Hi,

I'm currently retaking my 2B.

 

Quite interested in getting a scooter after getting the license.

 

May I know between Sym and kymco scooter which one is more durable? FCs and cost of parts.

 

Thank you

 

every bike will serve you differently. All will depends on how u ride and take care of the bike. go read the reviews of each bike and choose wisely.

 

however, you can go down to SYM and KYMCO showrooms to find out more too.

[1ririz]

Hi all,

 

I collected my GTS200 recently and right now have done about 320km. I'm still running in the engine and wanted to ask fellow owners - is it normal the rpm hovers around 6000 when you travel around 60-70km/hr? Kinda scary for me, maybe I'm not used to seeing RPM@6000 constant.

 

Secondly, the bike only move off after 4000RPM, again is this normal?

 

PS - I've not ridden a bike for xx years. Pardon me for the dumb qns.

Edited June 11, 2013 by 1ririz

[melvyndb]

Hi 1ririz,

 

If it's any consolation, my situation is the same as you where it hovers around 6250-6750 when doing 60+ to 70+kmh. Mine only starts to move when it's 4000+RPM as well.

 

 

 

Hi all,

 

I collected my GTS200 recently and right now have done about 230km. I'm still running in the engine and wanted to ask fellow owners - is it normal the rpm hovers around 6000 when you travel around 60-70km/hr? Kinda scary for me, maybe I'm not used to seeing RPM@6000 constant.

 

Secondly, the bike only move off after 4000RPM, again is this normal?

 

PS - I've not ridden a bike for xx years. Pardon me for the dumb qns.

[1ririz]

Hi Melvyndb,

 

Tks for the reply. Yes, actually its around 6300.

 

BTW I've edited my post on the distance travelled so far. Should read as 320km instead of 230km. Managed a total of 345km on my first full tank. Squeezed in 12.5l...very good fuel consumption in my opinion.

[melvyndb]

NP.

 

Yeah, good FC, but i guess i never heed the advice and frequently go slightly above 7000+RPM to overtake vehicles. Hence, i did on avg 300KM after 3rd petrol pump with 1 bar remaining.

 

but i remember first pump I did roughly 330KM before pumping 2nd time...

 

Hi Melvyndb,

 

Tks for the reply. Yes, actually its around 6300.

 

BTW I've edited my post on the distance travelled so far. Should read as 320km instead of 230km. Managed a total of 345km on my first full tank. Squeezed in 12.5l...very good fuel consumption in my opinion.

[xhareshx]

hello everyone. im posting my bike on sale here as i cant seem to post under garage sales. dunno why.

well im got a sym gts 200. COE expires on the 28 dec 2015. ive jus renewed roadtax under dec28 2013

comes with the unique windshield.

 

http://i298.photobucket.com/albums/mm259/xhareshx/IMG_4462.jpg

 

letting go asap for 1.3k

can contact me at 90021071 for any enquiry

Edited June 11, 2013 by xhareshx

[danielsin2]

I'm always above the 7k rpm. Just finished my run in. But the fc is not very good hahaha. But I don't put it under too much stress.

 

Sent from my C6603 using Tapatalk 2

[MIGHTY MAX]

Mine too and I send it to future to check. The mechanic found out there's a small hole under the engine that cause my engine oil to leak, he claimed that this is an indicator that the water pump seal is broken and need a replacement. He's charging me $250 for it, take about 2-3hrs. I left without fixing it as I was in a rush. After a few days, there's no more burnt smell and no more leak. Don't know if the mechanic's claims are true. Any bros can advise? Thanks in advance!

I dont do anything.. just ride it..so far..ok now

[Mark Yeow]

http://i296.photobucket.com/albums/mm192/cuakks/MALOSSIMULTIVARVARIATOR.jpg

 

NOW AVAILABLE FOR THE SYM GTS200 FOR ONLY $280!!!!!! This will boost the acceleration and also increase the top speed of the gts200... last piece in stock !

[Dominictsk]

I dont do anything.. just ride it..so far..ok now

 

Hi max, good to hear that everything is fine. Couldn't find a reason for the burning smell yet.

 

@ melvyndb & 1 ririz : just toshare .

My rpm ranges:

4k move off

6.2k- 90 km/h

7k-100km/h

 

Max FC 380 / full tank

 

Therefore I think you guys are on the safe side

Btw Welcome to the club.

Feel free to discuss

 

Have a great day ahead