Kymco Venox 250
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| Kymco Venox 250 | |
| Manufacturer | Kwang Yang Motor Company, Ltd. |
|---|---|
| Class | Cruiser |
| Engine | 249.4 cc DOHC 4 valve 90 degree V-twin |
| Power | 20.6 kW (28 hp) @10500 rpm |
| Torque | 19.8 N·m (14.6 ft·lbf) @8500 rpm |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Tires | FR: 120/80-17 RR:150/80-15 |
| Wheelbase | 1620 mm (64 in) |
| Dimensions | L 2325 mm (92 in) W 840 mm (33 in) H 1080 mm (43 in) |
| Weight | 175 kg (386 lb) |
| Fuel capacity | 14 l (3.7 US gal) [1] |
| Similar | Honda Magna Honda Rebel Yamaha Virago |
The Kymco Venox is a cruiser style motorcycle produced by Tawainese Kwang Yang Motor Company. While it is the largest motorcycle made by Kymco (though they offer larger scooters and ATV's), [2] at 249cc the Venox is considered a light cruiser.
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[edit] Engine
The Venox's 250cc engine was designed to create more power than other 250's. While most motorcycles in this class offer either a large one cylinder or in-line two cylinder engine, the Venox's engine cylinder's are set in a 90 degree V-twin configuration. Also unlike other motorcycles in its class, the Venox has dual rather than single over head cams, four valves per cylinder, and is liquid rather than air cooled.[3] All of this allows the Venox to offer 28 horsepower [4], an improvement of 10 horsepower over 250 cruisers like the Honda Rebel[5].
[edit] Styling
Kymco hired German firm Naumann Design to design the Venox. Naumann also designed the MZ 1000S, as well as projects for Honda and Audi.
The Venox is designed in the cruiser style with several design features being borrowed from popular bikes made by other manufacturers. The solid rear wheel, for example, is reminiscent of the Harley-Davidson V-Rod (Harley-Davidson VRSC). Other features of the Venox's style, including its signature trupeted twin exhaust, has been accused of copying the Honda Magna[6].
Certain aspects of the Venox's design more closely resemble a larger displacement bikes. The 63 inch wheel base is typical of a bike with a 500-700cc engine. Faux chrome plates under the 3.7 gallon fuel tank [7], already a gallon more than other light cruisers, give it the appearance of a long range cruiser. Overall, most dealership and road testor informal surveys show that many bikers guess the venox at an engine displacement between 500 and 800cc[citation needed].
[edit] Other Features
Many features found on the Venox make it beginner friendly. While the instrument panel does not include a tachometer, the engine does have a "rev limiter" which does not allow a rider to redline the engine. The fuel valve on the Venox is automatic. It does not need to be switched to on before starting, automatically switches to reserve when low, and is connected to a low fuel light on the instrument pannel [8]. Finally, the engine will not attempt to start while the bike is in gear, and if the kickstand is put down while the engine is in gear, the engine will automatically kill.
As with all Kymco products, a new Venox comes with a two year limited warranty [9]. It can be purchased in black-blue, yellow, red, or gun-metal grey [10].
