2017 Modenas Karisma 125, Elegan 250 and Kymco
Downtown 250i
Modenas has launched the 2017 Modenas Karisma and Elegan 250 scooters,
as well as the Kymco Downtown 250i. The new models are part of Modenas’
expansion to capture at least 10% of the 125 cc and 50% of the 250 cc scooter
market by 2017.
The new Modenas scooters is the Karisma
125, which carries a 125 cc, single-cylinder engine that puts out 9.4 hp at
7,500 rpm. Featuring a USB port for charging electronic devices and a
multi-purpose key control system, the Karisma 125 comes in two colours – Bright
Red and Pearly White – and retails at RM 5,278, including GST.
Second of the Modenas scooters is the Elegan 250,
which takes over the mantle from the Elegan 200 which was launched back in
2010. Sporting a SOHC 250 cc single-cylinder power plant fed by EFI, the Elegan
250 has 22.1 hp at 7,000 rpm on tap, and is liquid-cooled.
Braking on the Elegan 250 is done with hydraulic
disc brakes front and rear, and there is a cavernous compartment under the
seat. An LCD dashboard completes the cockpit, and the rider can choose between
Matte White and Matte Black. Retail price for the Elegan 250 is RM 13,599,
including GST.
First of the the Kymco scooters to hit the Malaysian
market is the Kymco Downtown 250i, assembled at the Modenas plant in Gurun, in
CKD form. The Downtown 250i retails for RM 22,790.
