Kymco Xciting 250i - Owner's Manual > Transmission fluid change

1. Place the scooter on its center stand.

2. Remove the transmission fluid drain bolt 1.

3. Remove the transmission fluid filler bolt 2, then slowly rotate the rear wheel to drain the fluid. After the fluid has drained out, reinstall the drain bolt with a new sealing washer and tighten it to the specified torque.

Transmission fluid drain bolt torque: 15 lb-ft (20 N-m)

4. Fill the transmission with the recommend fluid to the capacity listed below.

Transmission fluid type: SAE 90

Transmission fluid capacity
  Xciting 500i or 500Ri: 0.48 qt (0.48 L)

Transmission fluid capacity
  Xciting 250i or 250Ri: 0.2 qt (0.18 L)
  Xciting 300i or 300Ri: 0.2 qt (0.18 L)

NOTE: Amounts are after draining the fluid, only.

5. Install the transmission filler bolt with a new sealing washer and tighten it to the specified torque.

Transmission fluid filler bolt torque: 15 lb-ft (20 N-m)

Air cleaner filter element (Xciting 500i and 500Ri models):

The air cleaner filter element should be serviced at regular intervals. Service the element more often when riding in unusually wet or dusty areas.

1. Open seat.

2. Remove air cleaner cover 1.

3. Remove the screws and air cleaner case cover 2.

4. Remove the air cleaner element 3 by pulling it out.

5. Discard the air cleaner element.

6. Install a new air cleaner element. Use the KYMCO genuine air cleaner element or an equivalent air cleaner element specified for your scooter.

Using the wrong KYMCO air cleaner element or a non- KYMCO air cleaner element which is not of equivalent quality may cause premature engine wear or performance problems.

7. Complete the installation by reinstalling the air cleaner parts in the reverse order of removal.

Air cleaner filter element (Xciting 250/300i & 250/300Ri models):

The air cleaner filter element 1 should be serviced at regular intervals by a KYMCO dealer, unless you have the proper tools, service data and are technically qualified to do so.

Have the element serviced more often when riding in unusually wet or dusty areas.

Using the wrong KYMCO air cleaner element or a non- KYMCO air cleaner element which is not of equivalent quality may cause premature engine wear or performance problems.

Throttle operation

1. Before each ride, check for smooth throttle grip rotation from the fully open to the fully closed position at both full steering positions.

2. Measure the throttle grip free play at the throttle grip flange (per the illustration above).

Throttle free play: 0.08-0.24 in (2.0 - 6.0 mm)

Throttle free play adjustment

1. Slide the rubber sleeve 1 back to expose the throttle cable adjuster 2.

2. Loosen the lock nut 3, then turn the adjuster to obtain the correct free play.

3. Tighten the lock nut and reinstall the sleeve.

Spark plug

Remove the carbon deposits from the spark plug with a small wire brush or a spark plug cleaning machine. After cleaning (or when installing a new spark plug) readjust the spark plug gap to specified limit by using a spark plug gap thickness gauge. The spark plug should be replaced periodically.

Whenever removing the carbon deposits, be sure to observe the color of the removed spark plug's porcelain tip. This color tells you whether or not the standard spark plug is suitable for your type of riding. Under normal usage, a spark plug's porcelain tip should be light brown or tan color. If the spark plug porcelain tip is very white or glazed appearing, then the spark plug has been operating too hot. In such a situation, you should replace the standard spark plug with a spark plug that has a colder heat range (usually a higher number; consult with your KYMCO dealer when selecting an alternate spark plug).

Recommended spark plug

500i or 500Ri models: CR7E
Spark plug gap: 0.024 - 0.028 in (0.6 - 0.7 mm)

250/300i or 250/300Ri models: DPR6EA-9
Spark plug gap: 0.032 - 0.036 in (0.8 - 0.9 mm)

An improper spark plug may have an incorrect fit or heat range for your engine. This may cause severe engine damage which will not be covered under warranty.

Never use a spark plug with an improper heat range, as severe engine damage could result.

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