Topic: Pegasus owners please help (Read 438 times)
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Pegasus owners please help « Thread Started on Sept 2, 2007, 2:27pm »
I'm now taking a good look at the Pegasus since the bigger wheels are a bonus for what I really need. What I'm asking of Peg owners is how fast and stable is this machine at short term speed intervals.
My commute will be about 30 miles each way mostly stop and go at 35-40 mph, but the last/first 10 miles I need more.
There's a dual lane road with a legal speed of 45-55, but you "should" be doing 55-65. This goes for about 7 miles. I can be passed so no biggie.
Then there is a single lane road with legal speeds of 40-50 for 4 miles and you traffic pending, you better be doing 55-60.
This could sum up to 300 miles a week. Do you think the Peg would manage it at those speeds and distance? It's mostly rural driving and the top speed "needs" aren't a given all the time, but definately needed on occasion.
I'm sure a windshield will help at speed and if/when I purchase a Peg, it'll be with one. I was looking at a 250 just for the power and speed, but I really don't want to go that fast or big.
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Re: Pegasus owners please help « Reply #1 on Sept 2, 2007, 5:49pm »
Jeff, I drive my Pegasus just about everywhere except the expressway. I have made short trips around town and have taken a two hour trip out of town and everything in between. I have never had a problem keeping up with traffic at speeds of 55 to 60 mph. I have had some minor problems with my Pegasus but with the 2 year warranty on parts and labor they have been taken care of without effort at the dealership. Overall, the ride is smooth and comfortable and fun. All that being said, now that I have over 2300 miles in 3 months on my "Q"; I am looking to upgrade. As much as I like the Pegasus, I would like something bigger and something I can take on the expressway if I would like. I am trying to decide between the Burgman 400 by Suzuki and the new Spyder by Can-Am which is not a scooter. As I am in Michigan and the riding season can be cut short on smaller two wheeled vehicle and I am trying to use my scooter for my main form of transportation as long as possible. The three wheel Spyder would offer me more stability. But back to you. The short answer is "yes, your Pegasus should be up to the tasks you describe." Deb
Re: Pegasus owners please help « Reply #2 on Sept 2, 2007, 7:47pm »
The Peg can handle the travels you describe easily as long as you aren't driving up the side of a mountain.
kmtsmom, I'm surprised to hear talk of a bigger bike so soon. I can appreciate the desire for a big one but I hope you have a chance to ride one before you make the big purchase. The weight of the scoot will about double and you should make sure you are comfortable with it before handing over the big $$.
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Re: Pegasus owners please help « Reply #3 on Sept 2, 2007, 7:59pm »
Thank you for your concern Dawg. I do love my "Q" but there is just so much more traveling that I want to do that it is not going to be as equipped for. My husband is getting the Spyder and we plan on traveling together. I have checked out the Burgman 400 and I really like it but I have not driven it. I have on the other hand test driven the Spyder and it is pretty cool. It is completely different than anything else you will drive, it's not a scooter, it's not a car and it's not quite a motorcycle. I realize I have only had my scoot for 3 months but I have used it almost extensively and have over 2300 miles on it in that time. I know that does not qualify me as an expert and I will continue to learn and drive safely. I just also have learned that my needs for something bigger are realistic. Thank you again. Deb
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Re: Pegasus owners please help « Reply #4 on Sept 2, 2007, 8:52pm »
I have had my Pegasus for about 2 weeks and in that short time, I would say that it would have no trouble meeting your needs. I am 6' 2" and 230 lbs and it can easily cruise at 55 mph and even maintain that speed up a gradual incline on the highway. So far, top end has been 67 mph (GPS verified) on level with little or no head wind. Comfortable high end cruise is about 60 mph on level with no head wind. Got into a strong headwind and my top speed dropped to 53 mph. At 6:00 p.m., local news said that the wind was 15 - 20 mph that I was driving into. With your lighter body weight, I would think that you should be able to cruise 60 mph fairly easily, with a little reserve to go.
I just purchased a windshield for the Pegasus but haven't installed it yet as the scooter is at the dealer for repair. My primary reason for purchasing it was to get the wind off my body for a more comfortable ride. I am also hoping that I might see another 2 - 3 mph top end owing to reduced drag because of the windshield. We'll see about that.
Re: Pegasus owners please help « Reply #5 on Sept 2, 2007, 9:31pm »
Just duck down behind the shield and you'll feel a surge.
Hey, Deb, I hope I didn't sound preachy. You can't go wrong with the Burg if you are looking for a larger scoot. Thanks for being such a positive contribritor to the forum.
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Re: Pegasus owners please help « Reply #6 on Sept 4, 2007, 5:07pm »
I see good and bad here so far with my 'Q'. (I picked up and will start a new thread for it soon.)
I have plenty of the same sorts of roads you're discussing. 10 miles of that kind of riding on the 'Q' will be exhilarating, that's for sure.
When I bought my cars, I would NEVER consider something underpowered. Bikes have been in my mind as a different story. Simply because of the learning curve when it comes to commuting on 2 wheels without that sturdy frame around me.
There will be a huge weight gain with a bigger bike. This is good and bad: the extra mass might be a bit more stable in cross-winds or traffic wind, should be a bit more stable on bumpy ground, and with the territory comes a faster bike.
But also comes a severe displeasure with traffic and stop-and-go type things. You can't relax and enjoy the scenery at a stop the way you can on a scoot- a loss of balance means you're covered in 500 pounds of steel.
Depending on your area's mentality, you might get "messed with" a bit less on a genuine motorcycle- the Harley Davidson plant is in my area- and there are some hardcore people around here. At that, though, most people wave. Everyone who hasn't has been on a Harley. This can go for traffic behind you.
The 'Q' is respectable around town, without a doubt. You can clear a tailgater by goosing up to speed limit- thus removing their fear that they're behind a tiny lawnmower that will hold them up. But you'll encounter these people on your semi-highways, and there's no way to set them straight. Going faster isn't how to lose a tailgater for the most part- it's not necessarily safe. But, despite what many people will argue on their lives, there ARE times where getting away is the best practice. (Reserved for brain dead drivers who can't keep a good pace unless they're tailgating- NOT for aggressive followers.) This is just my experience in cars- and I see it right away now that I'm on a cycle.
I would have loved to step up- and it might be a better vehicle- but those big wheels make a WORLD of handling difference IMO.
I have to run. The bike was overheating today, gotta eat then get back here to review the threads that talk about it. Hopefully, it is the suspiciously-fitting fill cap that is at fault... but I haven't looked close yet. I'm hoping THAT doesn't pan out to be a bigger issue.
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