Scooters

2014Kymco Downtown 300I

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The 2014 Kymco Downtown 300I is a comfortable maxi-scooter from Taiwan's Kymco, with a windshield for commuting and touring. Its liquid-cooled 299cc single makes 28 hp at 7,750 rpm through an automatic belt drive, for a top speed of about 144.8 km/h. A 775 mm seat, 166 kg dry weight and 12.6-litre tank complete it.

Capacity: 299.0 ccm
Engine: Single, four-stroke
Gearbox: Not on record
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Dry weight: 166.0 kg
Seat height: 775 mm
Power: 28.0 HP (20.9 kW) @ 7750 RPM

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail10%

Cornering55%

City riding88%

Daily riding85%

Touring58%

Two-up65%

Track15%

Best for: Designed primarily as a practical, comfortable urban and commuter machine with enough capability for occasional longer rides.
Built for: A maxi-scooter that blends everyday usability with a surprising amount of mid-range punch for quick city getaways.
Not ideal for: Not a fit for riders seeking off-road capability, track performance, or the engagement of a manual sportbike.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

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At 775mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2014 Kymco Downtown 300I, with a moderate knee angle of around 110 degrees and a slightly forward riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Fuel per litre

Riding a year

Based on the published US (EPA-style) fuel economy estimate and tank size. Real-world figures depend on how and where you ride, and the last litres of a tank are reserve. Prices shown greyed are examples - type your own.

Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 299.0 ccm
Power: 28.0 HP (20.9 kW) @ 7750 RPM
CO2 Emissions: 78 CO2 g/km
EPA Est. Fuel Consumption: 3.34 L/100km (70.4 US mpg)
EPA CO Emissions: 2.1 CO g/km
Engine type: Single, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.1687 HP/kg (dry)
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Ignition: CDI
Aspiration: Naturally aspirated
Valves per cylinder: 4

Transmission

Transmission type: Automatic
Final drive: Belt
Clutch: Wet, multiplate

Performance

Top speed: 144.8 km/h (90.0 mph)

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1545 mm
Overall length: 2200 mm
Overall width: 810 mm
Overall height: 1150 mm
Seat height: 775 mm
Dry weight: 166.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 12.60 litres
Ground clearance: 140 mm
Carrying capacity: Lighted Under Seat Storage for Two Helmets.

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Double cradle
Front suspension: Telescopic fork
Rear suspension: Double swing
Front wheel travel: 80 mm
Rear wheel travel: 25 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Single disc
Front brakes diameter: 260 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc
Rear brakes diameter: 240 mm
Front tyre: 120/80-14
Rear tyre: 150/70-13

Other

Color options: Earl White, Silver, Burnt Orange
Comments: Windshield. Kymco is made by Kwang Yang Motor Company, Taiwan.

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.

What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted

Specification	2011	2013	2014	2016	2017
Capacity	299 cc	299 cc	299 cc	299 cc	299 cc
Dry weight	166 kg	166 kg	166 kg	166 kg	166 kg
Seat height	775 mm	775 mm	775 mm	775 mm	775 mm
Fuel capacity	12.6 L	12.6 L	12.6 L	12.6 L	12.6 L