In Europe, scooters are very popular due to their light weight, accessibility, and affordability. While Vespas, Lambrettas, and other classic scooters are favored by enthusiasts, practical scooters have their own following among commuters. Kymco, a popular scooter brand, has updated its popular Downtown series for the 2024 model-year.

The Downtown scooter will be available in two versions for the European market in 2024 – 125 and 350. The smaller one targets beginner riders with A1 licenses, while the 350 appeals to A2 license holders and those seeking a practical all-rounder with highway capability.

Updates for the 2024 model-year include a sportier design with angular bodywork. The modern styling features sporty elements along with touring-inspired attributes such as a tall windscreen, two-up saddle, and built-in passenger grab handles. Kymco states that the seats have been improved for increased comfort during longer rides.

Aside from the styling changes, the new Kymco Downtown scooters will also receive technological updates. Both versions will come with a large, full-color TFT display and a keyless ignition system for quick and convenient stops and starts. The new models will also feature a tire pressure monitoring system. Exclusive to the Downtown 350, additions include cruise control and traction control for convenience on long highway trips and safety in all weather conditions. Additionally, there’s a new emergency braking warning system that activates hazard lights during heavy braking.

In terms of underpinnings, the updated Kymco Downtown series comes with components designed for road use. It features a standard telescopic fork with 110 millimeters of travel and a pair of rear shock absorbers with 100 millimeters of rear wheel travel. The scooter uses a 14-inch front wheel and a 13-inch rear wheel. Further performance data and specifications are yet to be released by Kymco.