Kymco Downtown 350i TCS: dynamism with Traction Control [PHOTO]

Traction control is one of the indicated aspects of the Kymco Downtown 350i TCS.

Features

The TCS It features front headlights with LED tube lights and chrome and gloss black details, as well as rear light lenses in non-pigmented transparent material. Also mentioned is a glossy black muffler protection insert. New silver details stand out on the back of the shield, as well as a double storage compartment and an under-seat compartment with courtesy light, which can accommodate two full-face helmets with opening from the multifunction block, as reported.
The vehicle is 2.250 mm long, the wheelbase measures 1.553 mm and the seat height amounts to 775 mm. This is two-storey, shaped with new materials and finishes taking up the information.
The frame is made of pressed plate steel tubes. They include a front fork with 37 mm stanchions and 110 mm travel, then a single-arm swing rear suspension with double hydraulic shock absorber that can be managed in preload, with 108 mm travel.
The braking system consists of three- and two-piston calipers combined with 260 and 240 mm discs for the front and rear respectively. Also combined with a dual-channel Bosch Generation 9 anti-lock system with the possible inclusion of the traction control system. The wheels wear 120/80 – 14 inch tires at the front and 150/70 – 13 inch at the rear.

Technology and TCS

The analogue/digital instrument cluster features various indicators. There are handlebar controls with grips equipped with glossy black counterweights and a new full black grip design. Both brake levers, as noted, are adjustable in distance to four positions.
The multifunction ignition lock is protected by a smart-lock system, a suitable mechanical armor.
The acronym TCS corresponds to Traction Control System. An electronic solution that supports the motorcyclist during acceleration and especially when the asphalt conditions are not optimal or when wet.
In case of poor grip, detecting speed differences between the two wheels or sudden accelerations of the rear part, the Traction Control works together with theABS to support driving safety. The system can be deactivated if necessary.

Motor

The heart G5sc (super charged) from 321 cc It is a single-cylinder four-stroke with liquid cooling. A power of 28,8 horses (21,2 kW) at 7.250 rpm (compared to the previous 7.500 rpm), while the torque of 30 Nm at 5.750 rpm.
The distribution remains single overhead camshaft with 4 valves, with a bore and stroke of 75,3 mm x 72,0 mm. The fuel supply is electronic injection and the tank can hold 12,5 litres.
Indicated: a transmission consisting of V-belt and gears, continuous speed variator and automatic dry centrifugal clutch.

Proposal

Available in colours matt verbania blue e matt scais anthracite, the list price to the public is 5.790,00 euros, dropping to 4.890,00 euros with the Kymco "Rottama Risparmiando" contribution, as reported.
It is possible to enrich the vehicle with some original Kymco accessories, for example: complete windscreen for 165 euros; “K-Charge” battery charger at 66,44 euros; 47 liter rear top box in the same color available for 189,00 euros or in embossed black for 150,00 euros; top case support for 74,00 euros; backrest for 47 liter top cases at 33,93 euros (retail prices VAT included), always reporting the information.

Photo: Kymco