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 need some feedback on NS200 v DUKE 200 v SYM VF3i

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TSmindslicer81
post Mar 4 2019, 02:16 AM, updated 6y ago

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Hi All, having some questions on these few models to help me decide which bike to buy ... target budget is 12k (other models suggestions also ok)

basically use for nearby house buy makan n run errands. and maybe 2-3 times a week visit to tg bunga from simpang ampat (120km back n forth)
will use penang bridge.
currently using ex5, love the basket space but like not enough power d, i am about 100kg.
(raincoat, jacket, water bottle)
and i like the almost upright sitting position (i am 176cm tall)
i also play pokemon go alot on the motor... haha.


so far shortlisted are ...
would like to know more on spare parts ? maintenance ? fuel consumption ? also the handle bar width for selok belok in traffic time.. ?
pulsar NS200
DUKE 200
SYM VF3i
SYM T2 250i

also for models like GPX, KTNS & CMC - are those viable too ?
thanks so much.

This post has been edited by mindslicer81: Mar 4 2019, 08:22 AM
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post Mar 4 2019, 09:09 AM

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QUOTE(mindslicer81 @ Mar 4 2019, 02:16 AM)
Hi All, having some questions on these few models to help me decide which bike to buy ... target budget is 12k (other models suggestions also ok)

basically use for nearby house buy makan n run errands. and maybe 2-3 times a week visit to tg bunga from simpang ampat (120km back n forth)
will use penang bridge.
currently using ex5, love the basket space but like not enough power d, i am about 100kg.
(raincoat, jacket, water bottle)
and i like the almost upright sitting position (i am 176cm tall)
i also play pokemon go alot on the motor... haha.
so far shortlisted are ...
would like to know more on spare parts ? maintenance ? fuel consumption ? also the handle bar width for selok belok in traffic time.. ?
pulsar NS200
DUKE 200
SYM VF3i
SYM T2 250i

also for models like GPX, KTNS & CMC - are those viable too ?
thanks so much.
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putting safety aside, quite hard to play pokemon go with manual clutch.
to manoeuvre in tight traffic, I would say sym 185 is your best bet
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post Mar 4 2019, 11:40 AM

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for that budget, you can get a used Z250 already..not considering this?
TSmindslicer81
post Mar 4 2019, 11:51 AM

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z250 i saw 20k on mudah. the sitting position is it almost upright or i need to bend forward ? cos i got tummy. mmg susah sikit. haha
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post Mar 4 2019, 12:01 PM

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QUOTE(mindslicer81 @ Mar 4 2019, 11:51 AM)
z250 i saw 20k on mudah. the sitting position is it almost upright or i need to bend forward ? cos i got tummy. mmg susah sikit. haha
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those 20k i think are brand new?

hunt around in facebook groups.... ull get some pretty good offers like the below... (which i think is a damn good buy)

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seating position is slightly bent forward compared to duke... but more upright compared to ninja

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go to shops if u can and try to sit on the bike to have an idea of the seating position and see if ur perut can fit or not.

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TSmindslicer81
post Mar 4 2019, 12:10 PM

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i see i see. then the roadtax part , is it RM2 for 250 / 200 cc also like normal ex5 ?
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post Mar 4 2019, 12:12 PM

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QUOTE(mindslicer81 @ Mar 4 2019, 12:10 PM)
i see i see. then the roadtax part , is it RM2 for 250 / 200 cc also like normal ex5 ?
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TSmindslicer81
post Mar 4 2019, 03:25 PM

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now basically torn between SYM VF3i and Pulsar NS200 smile.gif
pening.

alternatively, any 150-200cc scooter similar performance ?

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post Mar 4 2019, 03:50 PM

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QUOTE(mindslicer81 @ Mar 4 2019, 03:25 PM)
now basically torn between SYM VF3i and Pulsar NS200 smile.gif
pening.

alternatively, any 150-200cc scooter similar performance ?
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SYM.. got problem, just ran to MForce factory in BM...

Pulsar NS200... Gurun. Kedah..

So Which one is nearer?

NMAX
NVX 150
PCX
Vario 150

Or 2nd Hand Elegan 250 (Kymco Xcite 250)


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post Mar 4 2019, 09:46 PM

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NMax or PCX for upright position and playing games
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post Mar 5 2019, 09:58 AM

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QUOTE(mindslicer81 @ Mar 4 2019, 03:25 PM)
now basically torn between SYM VF3i and Pulsar NS200 smile.gif
pening.

alternatively, any 150-200cc scooter similar performance ?
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you want super cup or moto besar or scooter ? there are 3 different type of bike.
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post Mar 5 2019, 09:35 PM

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Do some survey on pulsar spare parts availability.

When buying bike do consider on the after sales service as well

I know some one who had been waiting for almost 1 month plus for a spare part of his ns200.
TSmindslicer81
post Mar 9 2019, 12:39 PM

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hhmmm.. i see i see.
well i think for now, more towards super cup / underbone. (honda RS150)
but the travelling of 100km twice a week, 150cc bike can handle ?
i wasnt sure thats why aslo included the NS200 & SYM 185.

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post Mar 9 2019, 12:40 PM

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scooter is another option. also can consider.
milage too.
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post Mar 9 2019, 04:58 PM

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just go for sym vf3i
185cc + 7 liter fuel tank
can cruise at 120 - 130 kmh easily
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post Mar 10 2019, 12:10 PM

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Buy a top box or even sideboxes, hook it to a vf3i then you'll be happy.
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post Mar 11 2019, 10:44 PM

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for the sym vf3i, saw in review, on 0-1-2 gear, can jerk ? is it big jerk or how ?
and also, what is the seat height ?

thanks

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post Mar 11 2019, 11:50 PM

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QUOTE(mindslicer81 @ Mar 11 2019, 10:44 PM)
for the sym vf3i, saw in review, on 0-1-2 gear, can jerk ? is it big jerk or how ?
and also, what is the seat height ?

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The jerking you have to counter it with throttle input. It might be annoying if you're in the traffic crawling but yea pay extra attention to engine rpm/feel the engine output then you'll grow out of it. If the seat too high then one leg stand only bro.
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post Mar 12 2019, 06:38 AM

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i see i see. cos in city traffic i wont go too fast
i quite tall, i takut motor too low. haha
later look like beruang on sang kancil.
haha
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post Mar 12 2019, 08:23 AM

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QUOTE(mindslicer81 @ Mar 12 2019, 06:38 AM)
i see i see. cos in city traffic i wont go too fast
i quite tall, i takut motor too low. haha
later look like beruang on sang kancil.
haha
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during my last test ride, the height is more or less similar to RS. quite tall. but you need to test first

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