Kinetic SYM Flyte is the Scooter of the Year 2008

The first of the automotive awards are out; and Kinetic SYM Flyte is the winner! Kinetic SYM Flyte has won the coveted SCOOTER OF THE YEAR 2008 award from Business Standard Motoring over Suzuki Access.

The prestigious awards are given after extensive testing and comprehensive comparison across all attributes. As India’s two wheeler market is very competitive and manufacturers strive to offer superior products to the riders, the awards are becoming increasingly important as recognition of excellence, and also as a well-informed recommendation for buyers.

Business Standard Motoring's expert testing team appreciated Flyte for its styling, handling, braking, and crucially for being fun-to-ride. Finally, the "value for money" pricing clinched the crown in favor of the Kinetic SYM Flyte.

Flyte, the first launch from Kinetic’s association with SYM of Taiwan, is a complete scooter package that combines ride quality, handling, styling, innovative features with a three year warranty and an attractive price tag.

Flyte, targeted at today’s smart and confident women buyers, is endorsed by popular bollywood actress Bipasha Basu, who said, “I have chosen to associate with the brand because of Kinetic’s established reputation over thirty-five years, SYM’s global rise, and the high quality of the product itself”

Kinetic Motor Company is India’s pioneer in gearless scooters. Recently, Kinetic was voted among India’s top 100 brands (among 38,000 brands). Kinetic first gave gift of mobility to 65 lakh owners, and was the first woman and family friendly two wheeler in the country. SYM is a USD 1.1 billion automotive giant from Taiwan renowned for high quality, technology and R&D. SYM are known to make some of the best scooters in the world and the Kinetic – SYM association will bring many delightful scooters for Indian riders, starting with the amazing Flyte.

For more details on the Flyte, visit www.KineticSYMFlyte.com

Photos - Mumbai Press Meet, Bipasha Basu presented with a Flyte

Kinetic SYM Flyte is Overdrive's choice among all scooters!

December 2007 issue of Overdrive, India's leading automagazine, features a very detailed 9-page comparative test of all scooters (ACCESS v/s ACTIVA v/s FLYTE v/s PLEASURE vs SCOOTY PEP+) and the expert team picks the KINETIC SYM FLYTE as their choice! :)

Some highlights from the shootout:

- Overdrive team has appreciated Flyte for its pricing, and serious style, excellent refinement and handling; dimensions that are perfect for ladies (and men who eat sensibly) as well as for being loaded with tons of features like a front fuel filler that unlocks from the ignition key, an ignition key lock to add to the safety, cell phone charger and huge illuminated two level under seat storage that can hold much more than just a full face helmet.

- Among all scooters, Flyte strikes the best ride and handling balance

- The Flyte telescopic shocks deliver excellent feeedback and offer a cushy ride at all times; especially compared to Honda Activa, Hero Honda Pleasure and Scooty Pep's primitive suspension setups

- Quality levels on the Flyte are high and the SYM design is as per current international trends with an array of add ons

- Scooty pep's "tiny" dimensions can be a hassle and ergonomics are somewhat cramped with narrow handlebar and footboard

- Flyte engine feels tuned for comfortable city hauls and is never stressed even with the throttle pinned to the stop. She remains smooth and refined as speeds build right up to her top speed of 84 kmph. Two up riding is also a breeze.

- On fuel efficiency, Flyte gives over 3 kmpl more than the Suzuki access

- In performance, Flyte is faster than the Activa and the Pep

- Flyte offers the highest top speed of all scooters (84 kmph). Others are: Scooty pep+ 70 kmph, HH Pleasure 77 kmph, Honda Activa 77 kmph and Access at 83 kmph.

SO, OVERDRIVE HAS CLEARLY MADE ITS CHOICE. NOW ARE YOU READY TO RIDE THE CHANGE??

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Road Test and Detailed Mileage Test results

Popular Bikeguru Dilip Bam has finished his Flyte road-test report.

Read it here:
http://www.indiabike.com/infobank/flyteRT_dilip/index.htm


and his detailed mileage results in varying riding habits and traffic conditions are as below with an OVERALL ON ROAD MILEAGE RESULT OF 56 KMPL IN ACTUAL CITY RIDING CONDITIONS:

Test conditions : Fuel average (kmpL)

1 Speeds below 40. 1st km heavy traffic. Much stop & go movement. Three full stops at red lights. Engine off. Self start and go. Three other full stops due to traffic, engine running. Throttle turning very gradual and smooth. No sudden movements: 46.6 kmpl

2 Speed steady between 40-50, mostly 50. No braking. No stops. Steady: 67.5 kmpl

3 Steady 40. No braking. No jerks: 64.4 kmpl

4 Speed 40-50. Max.52. 3 mild brakings. Thrice throttle zero. Much upslope: 41.6kmpl

5 Speeds @ 40. TWO full Stops. At each stop engine off. Self start and move. 5-6 mild brakings. Some overtaking but without accelerating & speeding: 65.4 kmpl

Overall Fuel Average 56.40kmpl

detailed Flyte review from wheels@indiatimes

A hardnosed biker reviews the Flyte at wheels on indiatimes.com, and confesses that the Kinetic SYM Flyte is the first and only scooter that impresses him and changes all his preconceived notions about scooterettes!

The reviewer especially appreciates the high quality, fit-finish, the telescopic front suspension, engine smoothness & refinement, storage space, cool features and good pricing!

For complete review, visit http://wheels.indiatimes.com/articleshow/msid-2539599,curpg-1.cms

so go ahead, take your own test ride of the Flyte today! Clearly, this is a scooter worth riding (all experts seem to agree!)

the Statesman on the Flyte

By now, pretty much everyone who understands two wheelers has reviewed the Flyte, and the verdict is unanimously positive!!

Here is an excerpt from the Statesman's feature on the Flyte. For the complete article, you can visit: http://www.thestatesman.net/page.arcview.php?clid=30&id=202585&usrsess=1

"Kinetic’s new addition to its stable is the SYM Flyte. Fitted with a 125cc engine the scooter is brilliant when it comes to pick up and speed.

Wider and therefore more reliable tyres ensure far better road grip and balance. Powerful brakes and a good suspension have been provided. the scooter can easily take to rough roads. The scooter is equally good for rural and semi-urban roads.

Clear lens headlamps have been introduced for better visibility...With these the driver can spot even a tiny pothole distinctly and confronts absolutely no difficulty in driving on a craggy terrain. Seats have been designed scientifically with an eye on the problem of lower back pain that regular users face.

With a smart sporty look coupled with a powerful engine and a strong suspension the Kinetic sym Flyte is surely going to be a huge hit among two-wheeler users. Available in attractive colours the sym Flyte is technologically way ahead of its predecessors. If you’ve plans to buy a scooter that pays you back twice as much as you expended go get a Kinetic sym Flyte. "

More review excerpts coming up...

www.kineticsymflyte.com

Exclusive website for FLYTE is now live!

see http://www.kineticsymflyte.com/

Flyte launched!

Here is the Flyte launch release:

Kinetic-SYM launch feature packed 125cc scooter - FLYTE

First launch from Kinetic- SYM association, Flyte aims at being the best scooter in India
Feature and technology packed Flyte to be targeted at women, and endorsed by Bipasha Basu
Special 3 year warranty offer

New Delhi, October 15th 2007: The much-awaited scooter “Flyte”, from the Kinetic-SYM association, was launched in Delhi today. Flyte is the first launch from the collaboration between India’s pioneering scooter manufacturer Kinetic Motor and Taiwan’s $1.1 billion automotive giant SYM.

The Kinetic SYM Flyte is targeted at women, the fastest growing two-wheeler buyer segment today. Accordingly, the Flyte campaign is calibrated to ‘Ride The Change’, and marketing communication will target the modern, confident and ambitious women, with actress Bipasha Basu as the brand ambassador.

The 125cc Flyte is based on the SYM X’pro, SYM’s current international bestseller across 62 countries. Flyte takes the gearless scooter proposition significantly forward on every scootering parameter – design, styling, technology, ride, engine smoothness, handling, fit-finish, and quality that has been benchmarked to international standards. Flyte brings several first-time convenience features to this segment such as: easy front-fueling with a pop up lid, 4-in-1 anti-theft magnetic key, convenient mobile chargepoint, crash resistant mirrors and huge (22 litres, 2 level) brightly lit underseat storage. Flyte also boasts of a high technology quotient with a highly refined engine, secondary air injection technology, imported front telescopic suspension, and 9 AH battery for instant start.

Flyte, available in five attractive colors, is priced at a value-for-money Rs. 37,499 (ex showroom, Delhi) and will come with a 3-year warranty - a pioneering initiative that reflects Kinetic’ – SYM’s quality confidence and customer commitment.

At the launch, Ms. Sulajja Firodia Motwani, Managing Director, Kinetic Motor Company said,” It is a great feeling to bring the Flyte for today’s confident young women who are looking for a set of wheels as cool as themselves! Gearless scooters has been the only segment in two wheelers to post consistent growth over last several months, and I am confident that the high quality Flyte would be well-received. We are committed to evolving the “scooter” in India and our association with SYM is key for that. Working closely with the SYM team on Flyte has been a wonderful experience. “

Also present, Mr. Harrison Liu, Executive VP from SYM’s headquarters in Taiwan, said, “A year ago, Kinetic and SYM together embarked on an important task – to bring the next best scooter in India. It is indeed wonderful for me to be here to present the Flyte to you. I hope to achieve the same level of success in India as we did in Taiwan, Vietnam and China. We expect that gearless scooters will continue to post strong growth in India, and will become the perfect urban transport here like it has done in Taiwan, Japan and other countries. SYM is happy to be part of the impending gearless scooter revolution of India.”

For further information, please contact:
Sulakshana / Vishwajeet / Sandipan from Hanmer & Partners, Delhi
Cell: 9810122728 / 9999659231/ 9811924919/ Tel: 29214793/ 4
Visit: kineticsymflyte.blogspot.com

Reasons to love the Flyte

I just love the Flyte for its engine smoothness, ride quality and cool features & technology; as well as the amazing fit finish and topnotch overall quality levels. Do let me know why YOU love the Flyte!

Here are some of the features on Flyte:

Globally contemporary (and drop dead gorgeous) design with sleek and smart style
Internationally benchmarked quality levels with flawless fit & finish
Zippy ride with a 125cc 4 stroke 8 bhp engine and a top speed of 80 kmph
A highly refined and smooth engine, vibration-free at all speeds, thanks to the impressive NVH reduction achievements of the SYM R&D laboratory
Secondary Air Injection system for trouble-free start, improved engine smoothness and lowered polluting emissions
Quick n easy front fueling system with a pop-up fuel lid (not underseat, so do not have to alight from the scooter for fueling)
Huge (largest-in-class) and brightly lit 2 level, 22 liters underseat storage [2]
4-in-1 anti-theft magnetic key that starts the engine, operates the fuel lock, handle lock and prevents theft
Front telescopic suspension
9 AH efficient and maintenance-free battery for instant start
130mm drum brakes
3.5” zapper pattern tyres
Conveniently located (front) mobile chargepoint
1260mm wheelbase for extra stability
3-D effect instrument panel with easy to read analog counters (speedometer, odometer and fuel gauge)
Perfect ergonomics with a wide and comfortable seat
Unique body colored crash-resistant mirrors that will fold on impact
Comprehensive 3 year warranty( longest in segment)
Superficially located air-filter for easy servicing

and... bipasha basu!

specifications

here are the technical specifications for the Flyte. Everything sounds really good, and believe me, it IS!

Engine Type: 4-stroke, single cylinder, air cooled.
Displacement: 124.6 cc
Bore x stroke: 52.4 x 57.8 mm
Transmission: Automatic CVT with torque sensor
Ignition: self (push button)/ Kick
Max Speed (kmph): 80.3

Electricals:
Battery 12V, 9Ah
Headlamp: 35W / 35 W
Chassis Frame: High rigidity Under Bone type
Dimensions ( lxbxh ): 1790 x 670 x 1100 mm
Wheel Base mm: 1260
Seat Height mm: 760
Overall Width mm: 680
Overall Height mm: 1095
Front axle weight in kgs: 39
Rear axle weight in kgs: 65
Kerb weight in kgs: 105
Ground Clearance mm: 135

Suspension
Front: Telescopic fork with Aluminium bottom bridge contain oil damping
Rear: Unit swing arm ( Single cushion )

Tyre Size
Front: 3.50 - 10, 4 PR
Rear: 3.50 - 10, 4 PR

Brakes
Front: Drum, 130 mm dia
Rear: Drum, 130 mm dia

Fuel Tank Capacity: 5 liters

HUGE underseat storage

With the Flyte, you can lug around all your stuff easily, underseat!

Flyte features a huge (22 liters!) 2-level underseat storage; and it even has bright illumination (LED) for hasslefree retrieval at night!

So you can carry and stow your helmet, books, CDs, and other stuff with minimum inconvenience.

Another neat feature!

Front fuel filler with pop up lid

One of Flyte's cool features is the front-fuelling with pop up lid.

This is very useful and convenient as you do not have to get up from your scooter to fill fuel.

Other scooters have fuel tank access from under the seat, so you would compulsorily have to alight from your scooter to fill gas. But Flyte takes away this hassle! Isn't that neat?

three year warranty for Flyte!

Kinetic SYM are very confident about the quality of Flyte and that confidence is demonstrated via a THREE YEAR 30,000 km warranty - longest in segment! This translates into peace of mind for owners of Flyte.

Overdrive's test data for FLYTE

Overdrive's tests have given the follwing data on Flyte.
Very good!

Acceleration:
0-60: 12.31s
Top Speed: 84 kph
Braking: 60-0 in 22.59m/2.65s
Fuel economy: City 46 kpl, highway 53 kpl

Overdrive gives Flyte a very positive review!

October 2007 issue of OVERDRIVE features a detailed road test of the FLYTE
The test results are impressive!

Engine: 5 stars
Handling 5 stars
Braking: 4 ½ stars
Rider comfort: 5 stars
Pillion comfort: 5 stars
Value for money: 5 stars
Styling: 4 ½ stars
Build: 5 stars
Performance: 4 ½ stars
Fuel efficiency: 4 ½ stars
Ride: 5 stars

Overdrive says,

“feature-packed and refined scoot”
“overall quality is a huge leap forward”
“value-for-money”
“quality as well as fit and finish are top notch”
“the Flyte rivals the best in class for quality and build”
“Styling & Build is the best you can expect”
"The 124.66cc engne is smooth and refined, displaying no signs of stress at any point of operation"
"The scooter offers great ride"
"The handling is superb"
"The Flyte is a joy on city roads"

Bipasha Basu!

The Kinetic SYM Flyte is endorsed by ...... Bipasha Basu!

Confident, independent, ambitious - Bipasha is today's modern Indian girl who has evolved beyond being "bubbly". Her success is even more admirable since she has made it on her own merit and talent without a filmi background, without a Godfather, in a cut-throat industry.

Flyte LOGO

Presenting the LOGO for Kinetic SYM Flyte



Designed by Ambience, note:

- the "Kinetic SYM" badge
- the tagline "Ride the Change"
- overall look of the logo is clean, sharp and modern lines

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