Kymco is now offering its most comprehensive lineup ever thanks to the addition of two all-new models that will surprise many people with their extensive list of standard features and can't-miss styling. One of them pioneers a new market segment: 200-cc urban scooters.

2009 Kymco Sento 50

Sento 50
The 2009 Kymco Sento 50 arrives in Canada under the applause of traditional urban scooter enthusiasts. This new model from the Taiwanese manufacturer sports clean, retro-looking lines that will no doubt turn a lot of heads in the city.

The Sento takes on other 50-cc, 4-stroke scooters -- machines that are just powerful enough to ride downtown yet do not require a 6A-Class motorcycle rider's license. Teenagers age 15 and over can actually ride these scooters with a simple permit, available on demand without having to pass any exam. They enjoy a cheap, economic way of moving about, except on highways.

The excellent chassis of the Kymco Sento 50 includes 12-inch aluminum wheels, a front disc brake with dual-piston caliper and a high-strength steel frame. The light weight of 89 kilos is a huge advantage in the city and during parking maneuvers. Overall, comfort and user-friendliness define this little marvel on two wheels that's bound to attract plenty of attention this summer.

Frost 200i
Virtually alone in its class, halfway between 125- and 250-cc models, the all-new 2009 Kymco Frost 200i offers an interesting approach to city commuting, where it has no problem keeping pace with the traffic. Featuring a flat floorboard, a generously-sized dual seat (with a small backrest and folding footpegs for the passenger) as well as a rear storage rack, this scooter proves comfortable and powerful enough to ride on high-speed boulevards and, most importantly, highways. Additionally, the comprehensive instrument panel, including a fuel gauge, digital speedometer and tachometer, is something we rarely see on 200-cc scooters and under.

Driven by a new 174.5-cc, fuel-injected engine that produces 14.7 horsepower, the 138-kilo Frost 200i boasts a favorable power-to-weight ratio that promises a nice riding feel and makes it realistically possible to go head to head with slightly more powerful albeit heavier 250-cc machines (170 to 200 kg).

The Frost 200i bridges the gap between Kymco's Bet&Win 150 and 250 models. It's a sporty, versatile and nicely-equipped scooter that displays a modern, well-executed style.

2009 Kymco Frost 200i

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