Kymco Dealer in Miami Beach
Authorized Kymco dealer at 1743 Bay Road since 1998. Honda's former Taiwanese manufacturing partner — now BMW's powertrain supplier. The full Kymco US lineup from Agility 50 to AK 550i Premium, financed from $0 down, serviced in-house.
The scooter the engineers buy
Most Miami scooter shoppers walk in asking about Vespa and Honda. The ones who've already done the homework walk in asking about Kymco.
Here's why. Kwang Yang Motor Co. — KYMCO — was founded in 1963 in Kaohsiung, Taiwan, as Honda's local manufacturing partner. For four decades they built Hondas under license. In 2003, they bought Honda out and went independent. Today KYMCO is a top-five global scooter manufacturer, building over 600,000 vehicles a year on a 2-million-square-foot campus, with annual revenue north of $1 billion.
And here's the proof point that ends the conversation: BMW Motorrad uses KYMCO powertrains in the C 600 Sport and C 650 GT maxi-scooters. Kawasaki rebadged the KYMCO Downtown 300i as the Kawasaki J300. Those companies don't share factories with the brand that sticks a sticker on a Chinese GY6.
Why Kymco works in Miami
- Honda-grade engineering, half the brand cachet, two-thirds the price. The dollars you save on the badge buy you years of fuel, parts, and tires.
- 2-year, unlimited-mile factory warranty. Double what Honda gives you on its own commuter scooters. Transferable to a second owner — protects resale.
- Fuel injection on everything 150cc and up. No carburetor drama in Miami humidity, no cold-start coughing in February.
- EPA-rated 102 MPG on the Agility 50. A tank of gas costs less than a single Miami Beach lunch.
- A full ladder from $2,699 to $11,099. Same dealer, same service bay, whether you're commuting on a 50 or touring the Keys on an AK 550.
The Current Kymco Lineup at Miami Beach Scooter
Agility 50 — the no-license commuter
49cc, 4-stroke, EPA 102 MPG, 30 mph cap (the Florida moped ceiling), regular Class E driver's license is all you need. The cheapest legitimate gateway into the Kymco family. South Beach parking solved for the price of one season of meters.
$2,699Super 8 50X / 50R — sport-styled 50cc
Same 49cc accessibility, more aggressive bodywork. The 50R adds fuel injection.
$2,749 / $2,999Like 150i ABS — retro that ABS-brakes
149.8cc, 13.5 hp, 85 MPG, ABS standard, LED lighting. This is the Kymco that walks into a Vespa dealership and walks out with the comparison test. Retro silhouette, modern stopping distance.
$3,299People S 150i ABS — big wheels for bad pavement
149cc, ABS, taller seat, 16" wheels that don't disappear into a Miami pothole. The thinking commuter's choice.
$3,799Downtown GT 125i ABS+TCS — light maxi
Premium build at a sub-$5K price. ABS plus traction control, big underseat storage, weather-fairing comfort.
$4,999Downtown GT 350i — the mid-displacement workhorse
350cc, freeway-legal, real touring range. The scooter for the Brickell condo dweller who actually rides to the Keys on weekends.
$6,599CV3 — three-wheel leaning trike
550cc, two wheels in front, leans like a motorcycle, parks like a scooter. Stable on wet Lincoln Road tile, confidence-inspiring on the causeway. Limited Miami inventory — call ahead.
Call for pricingAK 550i Premium — the maxi flagship
550.4cc parallel twin, 50.9 hp, DOHC, Brembo radial calipers, USD forks, Bosch cornering ABS plus traction control, ride-by-wire throttle, cruise control, heated grips, keyless ignition, 4.3" TFT. A genuinely premium machine at a price that undercuts BMW's C 400 GT by thousands.
$11,099MSRP and Financing
| Model | MSRP | License Required |
|---|---|---|
| Agility 50 | $2,699 | Class E (no endorsement) |
| Super 8 50R | $2,999 | Class E (no endorsement) |
| Like 150i ABS | $3,299 | Motorcycle endorsement |
| People S 150i ABS | $3,799 | Motorcycle endorsement |
| Downtown GT 125i | $4,999 | Motorcycle endorsement |
| Downtown GT 350i | $6,599 | Motorcycle endorsement |
| AK 550i Premium | $11,099 | Motorcycle endorsement |
MSRP does not include freight, dealer assembly, tag, title, registration, or Florida sales tax. Out-the-door pricing quoted in writing on request. Your actual APR, term, and monthly payment depend on your credit profile — pre-qualify online in 5 minutes with a soft credit pull (no impact to your score).
Florida licensing on Kymco
- Agility 50 / Super 8 50X / 50R: Regular Class E driver's license, no insurance legally required.
- Like 150i / People S 150i / Downtown GT / AK 550: Motorcycle endorsement required, motorcycle insurance required. We can pre-qualify you for both with one phone call.
Full Florida scooter law guide →
Built for delivery work
If you're a DoorDash, Uber Eats, or Postmates rider running Brickell-Wynwood-Edgewater loops, the Like 150i ABS is the right tool. 85 MPG, 13.5 hp, ABS that saves your front wheel when someone opens a car door on Washington, a flat floorboard for grocery bags, and underseat storage for your insulated bag. We bundle a Delivery Rider Package: rear top case, phone mount, USB charger, heavy disc lock, and a Bell helmet. Ask at the counter.
Warranty, service & parts
2-year, unlimited-mile factory warranty. Year 1 covers everything; year 2 covers engine and electrical. Transferable to a second owner — protects resale. KYMCO Extended Protection available at the point of sale.
Service is done by us, at 1743 Bay Road, by Kymco-trained technicians on a service bench that's been working on this brand for years. We stock common service parts on the shelf — belts, plugs, filters, pads, batteries — and pull anything else from Kymco USA's national parts pipeline (378+ US dealers, expanded distribution staff added in 2024–25).
Kymco vs. the alternatives
| If you want… | Choose |
|---|---|
| The same Honda-DNA build with even longer warranty | SYM Citycom S 300i — also Taiwanese, also 24-mo unlimited |
| Retro Italian styling at sub-Kymco pricing | Lance Havana Classic 150 |
| The cheapest credible 50cc on the lot | Wolf Lucky |
| Vespa cachet at Vespa money | Vespa Primavera or GTS |
| Kymco itself | Stay on this page. Engineering wins. |
FAQ
Is Kymco a Chinese scooter brand?
No. Kymco is Taiwanese, headquartered in Kaohsiung since 1963. Engineering, R&D, and the majority of assembly are in Taiwan.
How does Kymco compare to Honda or Yamaha?
Kymco was Honda's Taiwan manufacturing partner for 40 years. The engineering DNA, QC discipline, and tooling all trace back to that era. Today Kymco supplies powertrains to BMW Motorrad and rebadged Downtown 300s to Kawasaki. Lower brand awareness in the US, not lower quality.
What's the difference between the Like 150i and the People S 150i?
The Like is a low-slung retro commuter with 13" wheels. The People S has a taller seat and 16" wheels for better stability on rough pavement. The People S wins on Miami potholes; the Like wins on aesthetics and low-speed maneuverability.
Is the AK 550 freeway-legal?
Yes. 50.9 hp, top speed well above 100 mph, full motorcycle endorsement required. It's the most premium maxi-scooter we sell — and it undercuts BMW's C 400 GT by thousands.
What's the warranty on a Kymco?
2 years, unlimited mileage, transferable. Year 1 is bumper-to-bumper; year 2 covers engine and electrical. Extended-protection plans available at purchase.
Do I need a motorcycle endorsement for the Agility 50?
No. Florida lets you ride a ≤50cc scooter on a regular Class E driver's license.
What's the resale value like?
Used Kymcos retain roughly 55–65% of MSRP at 3 years. The dollar-loss is smaller than Honda's because the entry price is lower.
Do you stock parts?
Yes — common service parts on-site, and we order from Kymco USA's national parts pipeline as needed.
Can you ship a Kymco out of state or out of the country?
Yes. We crate and ship Kymcos anywhere in the lower 48 and across the Caribbean — Bahamas, Cayman Islands, Puerto Rico, USVI, and beyond via licensed freight forwarders. Call for a destination-specific quote.
Nationwide & worldwide shipping
We crate and ship Kymcos anywhere in the lower 48 and across the Caribbean — Bahamas, Cayman Islands, Puerto Rico, USVI, and beyond via licensed freight forwarders. Pricing is quoted to your destination. Call (305) 538-7878 or send us your details for a written quote.
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- Worldwide shipping & freight forwarding
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1743 Bay Road, Miami Beach, FL 33139 · On Bay Road since 1998 · Mon–Sat 10 AM–7 PM · (305) 538-7878