Scooter · 2007

People S 250i E3

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MotoLibrary Score

40 /100 Commuter

Torque

21 Nm

Engine

249 ccm

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People S 250i E3 Performance & Handling Ratings

Power

33/100

249 cc

Torque

36/100

21 Nm

Agility

67/100

190 kg dry

Ergonomics

68/100

Standard

Range

58/100

Standard

Tires, Oil & Maintenance Specs 2007 Factory Reference

People S 250i E3 Tire Size, Oil & Service Capacities

🛞 Front Tire Size

100/70-16

Pressure: 2.0 bar (29 psi)

🛞 Rear Tire Size

140/70-16

Pressure: 2.2 bar (32 psi)

🛢️ Engine Oil & Capacity

SAE 5W-40 / 10W-40 Synthetic 4T (API SL/SN / JASO MA2)

Capacity: 1.30 litres (1.37 US quarts)

⚡ Spark Plugs & Battery

NGK CR8EB / CR8EKB

Battery: 12V 10Ah / 12Ah (YTX12-BS)

📏 Seat Height & Mass

190.0 kg (418.9 pounds)

Dry weight: 190.0 kg (418.9 pounds)

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Engine

Displacement 249.1 ccm (15.20 cubic inches)

Engine Type Single cylinder, four-stroke

Engine Details Single cylinder, four-stroke

Torque 21.0 Nm (2.1 kgf-m or 15.5 ft.lbs) @ 6500 RPM

Valves/Cylinder 4

Fuel Control Single Overhead Cams (SOHC)

Ignition CDI

Lubrication Wet sump forced lubrication with trochoidal pump

Cooling Liquid

Transmission

Gearbox Automatic

Clutch Automatic centrifugal dry clutch

Driveline V-belt automatic transmission (CVT)

Chassis

Frame Type Tubular steel underbone frame

Front Suspension Telescopic hydraulic fork

Rear Suspension Unit swingarm with hydraulic shock absorber(s)

Wheels & Brakes

Front Tyre 100/70-16

Rear Tyre 140/70-16

Front Tire Pressure 2.0 bar (29 psi)

Rear Tire Pressure 2.2 bar (32 psi)

Front Brakes Single disc

Rear Brakes Single disc

Wheels Cast aluminium alloy rims

Dimensions & Weight

Dry Weight 190.0 kg (418.9 pounds)

Overall Height 1370 mm (53.9 inches)

Overall Length 2140 mm (84.3 inches)

Overall Width 750 mm (29.5 inches)

Oil Capacity 1.30 litres (1.37 US quarts)

Service & Fluids

Engine Oil SAE 5W-40 / 10W-40 Synthetic 4T (API SL/SN / JASO MA2)

Brake Fluid DOT 4

Coolant Liquid cooled, ethylene glycol antifreeze 50/50 mix

Spark Plugs NGK CR8EB / CR8EKB

Battery 12V 10Ah / 12Ah (YTX12-BS)

Other

Starter Electric

Electrical 12V 10Ah / 12Ah (YTX12-BS)

Data-Driven Buyer Verdict Evaluated from 2007 OEM specs & class benchmarks

2007 Kymco People S 250i E3 Pros, Cons, Recalls & Verdict

✓ Pros & Key Strengths

Balanced Scooter chassis geometry with proven OEM componentry.
Broad aftermarket tire and service parts availability for the 2007 Kymco platform.

! Cons & Buyer Considerations

As a 2007 model-year machine, buyers should inspect rubber brake lines, charging voltage, and suspension seals closely.
Stock suspension preload and damping should be dialed in for your specific rider weight and luggage load.

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Technical Overview

2007 Kymco People S 250i E3 Technical Analysis, Chassis Review & Ownership Overview

At the heart of the 2007 Kymco People S 250i E3 scooter motorcycle, Kymco utilizes a 249.1 cc (15.2 cu in) liquid-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke layout designed for responsive throttle control. In factory specification, maximum torque reaches 21 Nm (15.5 lb-ft) at 6,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through an automatic transmission, an automatic centrifugal dry clutch clutch. Internal cylinder geometry specifies 4 valves per cylinder.

On the scales, the People S 250i E3 measures 190 kg (419 lbs) dry.

Structurally, the 2007 Kymco People S 250i E3 is built around a Tubular steel underbone frame chassis with front suspension handled by Telescopic hydraulic fork and rear damping managed via Unit swingarm with hydraulic shock absorber(s). Braking performance is delivered by single disc up front paired with single disc at the rear. Factory rolling stock mounts a 100/70-16 front tire and a 140/70-16 rear tire, sizing the contact patch for predictable turn-in grip and replacement tire availability.

Routine workshop maintenance calls for recommended SAE 5W-40 / 10W-40 Synthetic 4T (API SL/SN / JASO MA2) engine oil (1.30 litres (1.37 US quarts)), NGK CR8EB / CR8EKB spark plugs, cold tire pressures of 2.0 bar (29 psi) front / 2.2 bar (32 psi) rear. Buyers cross-shopping the 2007 Kymco People S 250i E3 in the Scooter segment most frequently benchmark its horsepower, seat height, and curb weight against the Piaggio Beverly Tourer 400 (2008), Hero Honda Pleasure (2007), Hero Honda Pleasure (2008).

Tire Combination

100/70-16 / 140/70-16

About These 2007 Kymco People S 250i E3 Specifications & Data Sources: Technical data for the 2007 Kymco People S 250i E3 is compiled from manufacturer OEM service sheets and type-approval records by the MotoLibrary Editorial Team. Performance ratings, seat-height ergonomics, A1/A2 license eligibility, gearing speeds, and ownership cost estimates are calculated across MotoLibrary's database of 43,881+ motorcycles using power-to-weight (HP/kg) ratios and factory chassis dimensions.

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Weight

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Brakes

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Seat Height & Ergonomics Seat: 800 mm (31.5 in)

People S 250i E3 Seat Height & Rider Height Fit

Rider Height 175 cm (5'9")

Leg Inseam 79 cm (31.1")

Footwear Sole:

🟢 Balls of Both Feet (Secure)

Est. Knee Angle: ~92°

Quick Height Reference (800 mm Saddle + 18 mm Seat Width Arc):

163cm (5'4")

Tip-Toe

170cm (5'7")

Balls of Feet

178cm (5'10")

Flat-Foot

185cm (6'1")

Flat-Foot

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License & Power Limit Check EU / UK A2 Compliant (Native)

People S 250i E3 A1, A2 & LAMS License Compatibility

Directly compliant with the ≤35 kW (47 HP) and ≤0.20 kW/kg A2 license limit without restriction kits.

Output (kW / HP)

N/A

Power / Weight

Standard

LAMS Ratio

N/A

🇪🇺 EU/UK A1 (≤11kW) ✗ No

🇪🇺 EU/UK A2 (≤35kW) ✓ Native

🇦🇺 AU/NZ LAMS (≤150kW/t) ✓ Eligible

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* EU Directive 2006/126/EC requires ≤35 kW (47.5 HP), ≤0.20 kW/kg wet weight, and a factory base model not exceeding 70 kW (95 HP) for A2 restriction. Always verify VIN homologation on your registration certificate.

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Engine Design & Chassis Dimensions OEM Specs

People S 250i E3 Engine Stroke, RPM & Steering Geometry

Mean Piston Speed (@ 8,500 RPM)

Standard Street Velocity

Standard Factory Thermal Load

Bore × Stroke Architecture

OEM Spec

Balanced Street Engine Architecture

Steering Rake & Trail

Standard Rake

Neutral Balanced Cornering & Highway Composure

Wheelbase & Stability

Standard Wheelbase

Balanced street/canyon wheelbase

Engine Note: Mean piston speed (v_m = 2 × Stroke × RPM / 60) measures piston travel velocity at peak power. Values under 18.5 m/s indicate low inertial stress on connecting rods and rings; values above 21.5 m/s approach Formula 1 / MotoGP velocities.

Sprockets, Chain & Cruising RPM Base: 15T / 44T (2.93:1) · Class Ref

People S 250i E3 Sprocket Ratio, RPM & Top Speed

Front Sprocket 15T (0)

Rear Sprocket 44T (0)

Final Ratio

2.93:1

0.0% (Factory Stock)

100 / 120 km/h RPM

Top gear est.

Geared V-Max

~180 km/h

Rule of Thumb: Dropping 1 tooth in the front (-1T) equals roughly adding +2.7 to +3 teeth on the rear sprocket, boosting wheel torque by ~6–7% at the cost of higher highway cruising RPM.

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Tire Pressure & Suspension Travel Travel: 125mm F / 130mm R

People S 250i E3 Tire Pressure (PSI / Bar) & Suspension Sag

1. Riding Setup Mode:

2. Payload / Passenger Load:

Target Rider Sag (F / R)

38 mm Front · 39 mm Rear

Free (Static) Sag target: 10–15 mm

Cold Tire Pressure (F / R)

29 / 32 PSI

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### 2007 Kymco People S 250i E3 — Key Specs & Telemetry
| Parameter | Specification |
| :--- | :--- |
| **Category** | Scooter |
| **Displacement** | 249.1 ccm (15.20 cubic inches) |
| **Power Output** | N/A |
| **Torque** | 21.0 Nm (2.1 kgf-m or 15.5 ft.lbs) @ 6500 RPM |
| **Seat Height** | 800 mm |
| **Weight (Dry / Wet)** | 190.0 kg (418.9 pounds) / 201.4 kg |
| **Mean Piston Speed** | Standard |
| **EU A2 License Status** | EU / UK A2 Compliant (Native) |
| **Source & Full Telemetry** | https://motolibrary.com/bikes/kymco/people-s-250i-e3/2007 |

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Running & Fuel Cost Estimate

People S 250i E3 Annual Fuel, Maintenance & Ownership Cost

Annual km

Fuel Price ($/L)

Fuel Consumption (L/100km) — estimated

⛽ Fuel

per year

🔧 Maintenance

per year

🛡️ Insurance

per year

TOTAL

* Estimates only. Actual costs vary by country, riding habits, insurance provider and maintenance schedule.

Quick Buyer Answers

2007 Kymco People S 250i E3 Frequently Asked Questions

Does the 2007 Kymco People S 250i E3 have any official safety recalls?

No model-year recall summary is currently flagged in our editorial audit for the 2007 Kymco People S 250i E3. Always run the 17-digit steering-head VIN through NHTSA or DVSA before purchasing a used motorcycle.

What is the seat height and weight of the 2007 Kymco People S 250i E3?

The 2007 Kymco People S 250i E3 has a seat height of 800 mm, a dry weight of 190.0 kg (418.9 pounds), and a wet/curb weight of 201.4 kg (estimated).

Is the 2007 Kymco People S 250i E3 EU A2 or LAMS license legal?

License classification: EU / UK A2 Compliant (Native). Directly compliant with the ≤35 kW (47 HP) and ≤0.20 kW/kg A2 license limit without restriction kits.

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