Kymco Racing 150

"Solid urban commuter if bought cheap and inspected carefully."

The Kymco Racing 150 is one of those bikes that punches slightly above its weight class, which makes it decent used buy territory if you know what you're getting into. It's a sport-styled commuter, not a sportbike, and that distinction matters. The 150cc single is smooth enough for city riding, fuel economy is genuinely impressive, and parts availability from Kymco's North American network isn't terrible. For a budget-conscious newer rider, there's real value here. That said, buy one used and you're rolling the dice on maintenance history. These engines are robust when serviced properly, but neglected examples develop top-end noise and carburetor issues fast. Inspect the air filter, check for oil leaks around the head gasket, and test the brakes hard — rear drums on older units wear unevenly. Highway riding above 65mph is uncomfortable and mechanically stressful long-term. Keep it in its lane — urban commuting — and it'll reward you. Push it beyond that and you'll be disappointed.