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KYMCO Mongoose 300. Field Test and Review by ATVPT's, Patricia Marston. ATV provided by KYMCO USA.
Patricia Marston of ATVPT.com has taken on the task of doing the review and field test of KYMCO's dynamite race bred Mongoose 300 .
This ATV just seems to come right out and say, ride me. The striking,
racy lines, and standard equipment let you know that KYMCO means
business here. They are a strong force to be reckoned with in the ATV
Marketplace. Look out competition.
Kymco Mongoose 300 Specifications & Features:
| Engine Type | 4-stroke water-cooled, SOHC |
| Displacement | 270cc |
| Horsepower | 18.3hp |
| Cooling System | Liquid |
| Lubrication | Wet sump |
| Ignition | Electric |
| Gearbox | Automatic CVT w/forward, neutral & reverse |
| Chassis | Steel |
| Front Suspension | Dual A-arm |
| Rear Suspension | Link arm |
| Front Tires | 21x7-10" |
| Rear Tires | 20x11-9" |
| Front Brake | Disc |
| Rear Brake | Disc |
| Length | 76 in. |
| Width | 41 in. |
| Height | 42 in. |
| Seat Height | 32 in. |
| Wheelbase | 46.4 in. |
| Ground Clearance | 7.25 in. average |
| Fuel Capacity | 3.4 gals. |
| Weight | 392 lbs. |
| Available Colors | Red, Blue or Black |
| MSRP | $3,649 |
| Features Headlight, Taillight and Aluminum Wheels. 1 Year Limited Factory Warranty. C.A.R.B. Certified. Forestry Approved Spark Arrestor. | |
Features that make the Mongoose 300 stand out as a great entry level Sport ATV.
This ATV can take you to a higher level of riding enjoyment.
CVT transmission for ease of operation.
Forward and reverse for carefree driving.
CVT snorkels that rival quads that have 4 wheel drive.
This ATV can handle some serious water crossings.
If you manage to get water in your CVT there is a convenient drain plug to drain out the water.
Disc brakes front and rear supply you with excellent stopping power.
Braided steel lines installed on this ATV is something normally found on much larger ATV's.
Dual levers for front and rear brake operation allow you flexibility to use your front or rear brake independent of each other.
Engine oil inspection window makes checking the oil a breeze.
Something I have only seen on my BMW motorcycle.
There are an abundance of grease points, like on your swing arm & front end.
I know I would like to have a grease point on my Kawi Prairie swing arm!
Kenda tires give you superior traction.
The tires are mounted on light weight aluminum wheels.
Passing light signal works great for passing those slower moving lager bikes you will meet on the trail.
Just press the button and on they go, "let me by please".
So, go riding, be safe and enjoy.
First Impressions:
Nice racy looking lines. Race bred with all the right quality parts,
that make it a contender in its class. This is going to be an exciting
long term review. Hold on to your seats, because this is going to be
fun.
My Impressions:
Pros:
Good looks
Fit & finish excellent.
Motor is bullet proof.
Running gear such as tires, brakes etc. are excellent.
Long term durability, excellent.
Cons:
My model is cold blooded, but the newer models have had a carburetor change and this issue is fixed.
Front wheels bent easy, but they are aluminum and this is after all a sport quad.
Bottom Line:
Here is just another atv from Kymco that just runs & runs all day. We have had this atv for a very extended long term review, and I find it to be almost bullet proof.
Once you have it warmed up, it will run all day with out any issues. Handling is right up there with any mid sized entry level sport atv, with it's sporty suspension & Kenda tires.
I would recommend this atv for any entry level person that is looking for an atv with looks, style, easily managed power, and a cvt clutch for effortless driving control.
This is another atv that requires little maintenance. We did our usual oil changes, added gas, greased the fittings, and regular chain maintenance. The wheels I crunched were from excessive hard trail riding, and that is all I could do to slow this little trail burner down.
We have driven this atv on trails, through muddy creeks, and even on the sand Dunes at Silver Lake Michigan. This entry level sport atv took it's rider through everything with ease and with no complaints either.
Is it a power house, no, but do you want a bunch of power for someone who is just starting to ride, not. I want an atv that you don't have to worry about shifting gears, has excellent braking, handles like a sport atv should, is good on gas, and looks like a sport atv should.
Let's face it, the Kymco Mongoose 300 gives you all that, and delivers a quality riding experience too!
My Impressions:
Pros:
Good looks
Fit & finish excellent.
Motor is bullet proof.
Running gear such as tires, brakes etc. are excellent.
Long term durability, excellent.
Cons:
My model is cold blooded, but the newer models have had a carburetor change and this issue is fixed.
Front wheels bent easy, but they are aluminum and this is after all a sport quad.
Bottom Line:
Here is just another atv from Kymco that just runs & runs all day. We have had this atv for a very extended long term review, and I find it to be almost bullet proof.
Once you have it warmed up, it will run all day with out any issues. Handling is right up there with any mid sized entry level sport atv, with it's sporty suspension & Kenda tires.
I would recommend this atv for any entry level person that is looking for an atv with looks, style, easily managed power, and a cvt clutch for effortless driving control.
This is another atv that requires little maintenance. We did our usual oil changes, added gas, greased the fittings, and regular chain maintenance. The wheels I crunched were from excessive hard trail riding, and that is all I could do to slow this little trail burner down.
We have driven this atv on trails, through muddy creeks, and even on the sand Dunes at Silver Lake Michigan. This entry level sport atv took it's rider through everything with ease and with no complaints either.
Is it a power house, no, but do you want a bunch of power for someone who is just starting to ride, not. I want an atv that you don't have to worry about shifting gears, has excellent braking, handles like a sport atv should, is good on gas, and looks like a sport atv should.
Let's face it, the Kymco Mongoose 300 gives you all that, and delivers a quality riding experience too!
Contact Info:
KYMCO USA
5 Stan Perkins Road
Spartanburg, SC 29307
TEL (864) 327-4744
FAX (864) 327-4745
KYMCO Website : http://www.kymcousa.com
E-mail : info@kymcousa.com
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