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Post by timber on Mar 20, 2012 20:30:13 GMT -5
oh, and don't forget the 50cc Buddy 'lil International's. $200 more and some say worth it for the looks!  The red and white is real slick! I went to look on the maker's web site, the Buddy is $1,999 MSRP the Buddy International 150cc is $3,199 The "lil international 50cc" is $2,199 I was looking at the dealer list and clicked on some links, the first link I hit said "page not found," doesn't inspire confidence and I ran into that 2-3 times with the Honda dealer page too LOL, so I backtracked the URL to the main domain and found the dealer's page, and their "online store" page was blank, and their "products" page was blank too. I hit another url but they only had used and a "2012 models coming in March" notice. Another one, they appeared to mainly sell motorcycles, and had some scooters as a sort of side-line. It didn't show the lil international, just the Buddy and the other one for $3,099. It looks like the only way for someone to get one new is to physically go to a dealer to get one too. They look sharp, and the warrantee, road side assistance and all looks real good too. |
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Post by mymomwantsatrike on Mar 20, 2012 22:28:56 GMT -5
Wow I like that vintage style of the lil Internationals . I have never owned or ridden a Genuine scooter but I will say a 2T is far more a better choice than a 4T , along with being faster and more fun too yeah i get a little nostalgic for the 2 strokes even though i haven't been riding long. what i have rode of them (just 2) i like going away soon. EPA and what not. but these are approved. apparently this change is going to be pretty much worldwide (already is, really) as everyone is changing to the cleaner burning 4 strokes durability? sure. as much as a 4 stroke? in 50cc form, why not. and the beauty of a two stroke is when it needs an engine repair (usually just a top end rebuild or a new one) they are so simple and easy many just consider it part of routine maintenance as its either DIY or fairly inexpensive to have done |
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Post by mymomwantsatrike on Mar 20, 2012 22:41:40 GMT -5
oh, and don't forget the 50cc Buddy 'lil International's. $200 more and some say worth it for the looks! The red and white is real slick! I went to look on the maker's web site, the Buddy is $1,999 MSRP the Buddy International 150cc is $3,199 The "lil international 50cc" is $2,199 I was looking at the dealer list and clicked on some links, the first link I hit said "page not found," doesn't inspire confidence and I ran into that 2-3 times with the Honda dealer page too LOL, so I backtracked the URL to the main domain and found the dealer's page, and their "online store" page was blank, and their "products" page was blank too. I hit another url but they only had used and a "2012 models coming in March" notice. Another one, they appeared to mainly sell motorcycles, and had some scooters as a sort of side-line. It didn't show the lil international, just the Buddy and the other one for $3,099. It looks like the only way for someone to get one new is to physically go to a dealer to get one too. They look sharp, and the warrantee, road side assistance and all looks real good too. yeah Genuine has some old web pages indexed or something. the 150's are not even available anymore as they have been replaced by 170's with EFI. the International models only available as 50cc. the Buddy 125 is still carburated and carries on as usual and with a "special edition" model called the Psycho in matte black with performance suspension and brakes. this cost around 300 or 400 dollars more then a regular 125 here is the website. maybe it is one you reached, also? but i can say for sure no more Internationals are available in 150. unless they have some old stock somewhere? but very few will be found www.genuinescooters.com/this is the parent company store in Chicago scooterworkschicago.com/the company is very solid as you can find out on modernbuddy.com. customer service is excellent. BUT your DEALER is still the most important piece in that cog, as if you have a problem thats who has to handle it. for instance if you buy a new car and have a problem you are at the mercy of the dealer. the car company won't do crap without them |
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Post by mymomwantsatrike on Mar 20, 2012 22:49:31 GMT -5
Buddy Psycho 125. only 174 made!   my dealer in L.A. has two or three  |
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Post by timber on Mar 20, 2012 23:18:44 GMT -5
Wow I like that vintage style of the lil Internationals . I have never owned or ridden a Genuine scooter but I will say a 2T is far more a better choice than a 4T , along with being faster and more fun too I like the red and white one, a lot, though I heard one of those on youtube being demonstrated, and sure enough that 2 stroke engine as they said sounds different than the 4 stroke, much harsher, louder and raspier sounding- more towards the "lawnmowerish" spectrum that way. Odd too because with that sleek refined classic body you'd really expect to hear a super smooth quiet engine, one that the nearest thing I can think of was my '82 honda CVCC 4 cyl, when it idled it was as smooth as a sewing machine and very silent. You also have to mix oil in with the gas I guess. |
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Post by mymomwantsatrike on Mar 20, 2012 23:48:30 GMT -5
yeah you are correct. two strokes have that "lawnmower" sound because most lawnmowers are 2 strokes it has a separate container for the 2 stroke oil. just fill it and the bike does the rest. no measuring or guessing required if you really do want a 150 International you can get one used. not sure if the warranty transfers, but imo you shouldn't have a problem that would require the warranty with a low(er) mileage Buddy scoot example this is the sort of thing my dealer gets in, and can be found on craigslist oft times with under 5000 miles, serviced, and under $2,000. my guess is my dealer sold this one for $2200 OTD. he loves taking offers! www.nohoscooters.com/news/2011/05/25/2008-genuine-buddy-150cc-2200example in Chicago area chicago.craigslist.org/nch/mcy/2907414118.htmland a pretty nifty 50 for $1000 chicago.craigslist.org/wcl/mcy/2912258145.htmlvery low miles, my guess is it sat a lot so will need a service for a few things. but a good deal overall if nothing wrong with the bike |
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Post by mymomwantsatrike on Mar 20, 2012 23:51:04 GMT -5
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Post by mymomwantsatrike on Mar 21, 2012 0:54:04 GMT -5
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Post by mymomwantsatrike on Mar 21, 2012 1:04:12 GMT -5
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Post by spandi on Mar 21, 2012 1:51:21 GMT -5
Sorry but Charlie's angels have it all over the three stooges. |
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Post by mymomwantsatrike on Mar 21, 2012 2:20:06 GMT -5
yeah i thought that pic wouldn't go down too well. something about the girls. but tbh i have no idea who they are. i mean i know their names and what they do....but they are not on my radar at all. maybe not so good to associate Buddy with?  ok only one thing can fix the Buddy image now  scoot, Forrest, scoot!lol no but really Hanks owns and rides a couple. and he's a GREAT GUY!! /saves Buddy |
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Post by mymomwantsatrike on Mar 23, 2012 1:41:27 GMT -5
oh, and don't forget the 50cc Buddy 'lil International's. $200 more and some say worth it for the looks! The red and white is real slick! I went to look on the maker's web site, the Buddy is $1,999 MSRP the Buddy International 150cc is $3,199 The "lil international 50cc" is $2,199 I was looking at the dealer list and clicked on some links, the first link I hit said "page not found," doesn't inspire confidence and I ran into that 2-3 times with the Honda dealer page too LOL, so I backtracked the URL to the main domain and found the dealer's page, and their "online store" page was blank, and their "products" page was blank too. I hit another url but they only had used and a "2012 models coming in March" notice. Another one, they appeared to mainly sell motorcycles, and had some scooters as a sort of side-line. It didn't show the lil international, just the Buddy and the other one for $3,099. It looks like the only way for someone to get one new is to physically go to a dealer to get one too. They look sharp, and the warrantee, road side assistance and all looks real good too. i was at a dealer today and the Internationals are avaiable as 170cc with EFI. same price as the other 170s. so in 170cc form its the Internationals and a brown, racing green, and silver model $37XX OTD and worth every red cent if a classic style scooter is what you want |
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