Lance Cali 125 By cookees (Read 2,576 times)

[cookees]

Just curious... but what's everyone's take on the Cali 125 from Lance? Supposedly built by SYM.
We're pondering whether to try these on the sales floor.
I'm not to wild about the wide handlebar retro style, but then my personal taste really doesn't enter in to this.

[Bashan]

You cut me to the quick SUH! The handlebars are one of the main reasons I bought the Motorino Amore. Although at 150cc it's barely quick enough for my tastes, I'm not sure how a 125cc would stack up in that department. Those type of handlebars are much better for comfort and avoiding numbness. I like that style of bike a lot. Rich

[ootscoot]

The Lance/SYM Cali Classic is currently my best selling bike. The handlebars are not quite as wide as the Chinese versions and use a lot more stainless steel - less rust. Everything is very tight and well put together - no rattles, loose nuts and bolts and the engine is smooth and responsive. It is zippy, I get mine up to an accurate 60 MPH on level ground - the front 12" wheel is stable at speed. I average 100 MPG. I have been selling them since Nov. and have had no - that's zero, customer issues. A few have over 5000 mi, and going just fine. The ceramic lined cylinder not only adds to longevity, but performance and efficiency as well.
On the down side, they are only 125cc and tuned for peak performance, so no mods are really available - for those that like to tinker...
The new rear rack and storage box deals with the lack of underseat storage - there is a picture of the boxes on my website.
The VIN tag reads "manufactured by San Yang Industries" the keys say SYM and the ceramic cylinder is SYM's doing.
My customers are 50/50 on the handlebars - I am not crazy about their looks (handlebars) but I like the feel. The overall design is refined and the materials are quality (thicker plastic, etc).
Dealing with Lance has been easy - talk to Raymond- the few parts I needed (one mirror) were sent same day. I get the scooters shipped same day as ordered...
I know I sound like a salesman, cuz I am, but I ride and service these bikes too and am very pleased with the quality.

[cookees]

Suh.... like the little mrs.cookees says " Of course life isn't fair... that why they make bras in all different sizes".

[cookees]

Thanks for the input, ootscoot .
Ray's been pretty persistent. I'm anxious to hear what others have to add.