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Post by mjhglock on Apr 9, 2012 20:14:18 GMT -5
Just wanted to see what yalls opinion on the best bang for your buck 150cc scooter.
Looking to buy one and wanted to know what you guys and gals thought was the best and the best place to buy one online.
Mike
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Post by chromestarhustler on Apr 9, 2012 20:51:07 GMT -5
you have a style in mind? retro, space shuttle, stealth bomber (angular straight edges with lots of compound angles)
been impressed with just about every znen, the quality is usually good, the one i wasnt impressed with was slower than all the others i had ridden, and i ride wot most of the time.
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Post by silentwarrior on Apr 9, 2012 20:56:13 GMT -5
SHANGHAI SCHENKE MOTORCYCLE COMPANY LTD.
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Post by PasoDoble on Apr 9, 2012 20:59:29 GMT -5
hahahhhhh.... u're a mean warrior mate...LoL
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Post by silentwarrior on Apr 9, 2012 21:03:34 GMT -5
hahahhhhh.... u're a mean warrior mate...LoL why ? everyone of these that i have seen or read about im on lots of blogs also these lil suckers are fast, well built and go lottta miles & smiles seems like one company did quality control im not sure |
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Post by PasoDoble on Apr 9, 2012 21:08:19 GMT -5
But they're in China aren't they?
Direct purchase would add more $$$s for an individual buy.... Yes, they are mean little 4-legged critters I've seen rambling about in Thailand too... can't flaw them once they take off!!!
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Post by wile on Apr 9, 2012 21:14:26 GMT -5
NAY, RIDE IN STYLE get one of these: Wile  |
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Post by silentwarrior on Apr 9, 2012 21:17:54 GMT -5
But they're in China aren't they? Direct purchase would add more $$$s for an individual buy.... Yes, they are mean little 4-legged critters I've seen rambling about in Thailand too... can't flaw them once they take off!!! find them used mines a 08 . any 08 i see used and a pic looks like it might be i go look at wile:::::::::::::::::  nice ride, yours? |
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Post by photowiz on Apr 9, 2012 21:36:21 GMT -5
We got our Roketa MC-75-150 scooters from mxmotorsports.us. They were $999.00 delivered, total price. We have about 5000 km on them, no problems and after some mods we are really cruising. We have Bridgestone 130/70-13 tires on the rear, Pirelli 130/60-13 on the front. I have mixed weights in the variator, K&N air filter with a modified mount, and boric acid in the oil. They ride like a dream.
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Post by silentwarrior on Apr 9, 2012 21:41:41 GMT -5
We got our Roketa MC-75-150 scooters from mxmotorsports.us. They were $999.00 delivered, total price. We have about 5000 km on them, no problems and after some mods we are really cruising. We have Bridgestone 130/70-13 tires on the rear, Pirelli 130/60-13 on the front. I have mixed weights in the variator, K&N air filter with a modified mount, and boric acid in the oil. They ride like a dream. is that $999 for 2 ? or each ? mines a 08 Shanghai $450 2.25 years ago. (dec 00) 7000 + MILES { gonna go boric  } |
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Post by skuttadawg on Apr 9, 2012 21:57:38 GMT -5
I have a Jonway Rock Thunder with 16 wheels , radio , alarm , and keyless remote start . I rode a friends and loved how it handled so much better than mine I ordered a blue one . It also has a deep but not loud muffler looks like this www.jonway.com/Explorer-.html it is safe and easy to drive . |
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Post by silentwarrior on Apr 9, 2012 22:01:23 GMT -5
the 300t-8 sounds fast
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Post by inuyasha on Apr 9, 2012 22:23:33 GMT -5
Hi Mike If you can find a dealer in your area i would recommend checking out a Puma www.pumacycles.com/Take care and ride safely Yours Hank |
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Post by stilllife on Apr 9, 2012 22:36:39 GMT -5
I concur with the Puma, or other Znen based bike.
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Post by justpassinthru on Apr 9, 2012 22:48:44 GMT -5
I concur with the Puma, or other Znen based bike. The Znen Rowdy 150 is the one way to ride a 150 - comfortably, without jeopardizing your manhood. $1500 give or take a bill, mail order or brick and mortar.  |
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Post by skuttadawg on Apr 10, 2012 0:05:34 GMT -5
I like the seat on that one
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Post by mymomwantsatrike on Apr 10, 2012 4:17:41 GMT -5
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Post by chromestarhustler on Apr 10, 2012 11:11:09 GMT -5
i would stay way from 10 inch wheels, the small wheel shock combo doesn't take much of the shock out of cracks, dips, potholes, and other such road way conditions. i rode one for a while, a bump at 45 doesnt get dampened much. they used to make a 13 inch retro but not anymore. i would go for something with 12 to 13 inch wheels. The interceptor, or as it used to be called the F4 is a decent scoot, (wasnt the fastest).
the body type you want would be helpful.
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Post by mjhglock on Apr 10, 2012 11:21:57 GMT -5
As for body type, something sporty would be nice but since our main road speed is 55mph (US 223) I would like to be able to hit that speed to keep up in traffic.
I already have a few 50cc mopeds for around town but it would be nice to take a 20 mile trip to Blissfield from time to time and to do that I need to do 55mph.
Thanks for the help everyone.
Mike
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Post by loganhes on Apr 10, 2012 11:26:46 GMT -5
I would recommend you check out the Kymco Super 8. I have one and I love it. It is a very dependable and fast scoot.
--Jim
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Post by justpassinthru on Apr 10, 2012 11:41:15 GMT -5
As for body type, something sporty would be nice but since our main road speed is 55mph (US 223) I would like to be able to hit that speed to keep up in traffic. I already have a few 50cc mopeds for around town but it would be nice to take a 20 mile trip to Blissfield from time to time and to do that I need to do 55mph. Thanks for the help everyone. Mike I don't think you'll get that sort of speed with a low-priced 150. Maybe when Honda gets its updated PCX out - but you know that won't be cheap. |
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Post by inuyasha on Apr 10, 2012 12:03:53 GMT -5
As for body type, something sporty would be nice but since our main road speed is 55mph (US 223) I would like to be able to hit that speed to keep up in traffic. I already have a few 50cc mopeds for around town but it would be nice to take a 20 mile trip to Blissfield from time to time and to do that I need to do 55mph. Thanks for the help everyone. Mike Hi Mike Imho i would then recommend something larger say in the 200 to 250 cc range If the speed limit is 55 you really want a scoot capable of 65 to 70 mph wot to be comfortable and safe at 55 to 60 mph on that main road so as not to stress the engine A 150 would have to be at wot all the time and thats not desirable Take care and ride safely Yours Hank |
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Post by chromestarhustler on Apr 10, 2012 12:05:01 GMT -5
i have to agree, but firstly sporty style doesnt equal speed, and 55 mph for 20 miles, you need a quality scoot or step up past 150.
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Post by mjhglock on Apr 10, 2012 12:15:49 GMT -5
Well what I really want is a Honda CBR250R but at 4G's thats not happen for at least another year and yes I also agree a something larger then a 150 would be better for 55+ type speeds.
I just would like a good starter bike that way I can get my motorcycle endorsement and started riding more but at the sametime I got 2 kids, more bills then I can think of and a ungrateful women lol so needless to say money is the problem.
Mike
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Post by justpassinthru on Apr 10, 2012 12:33:14 GMT -5
Well what I really want is a Honda CBR250R but at 4G's thats not happen for at least another year and yes I also agree a something larger then a 150 would be better for 55+ type speeds. I just would like a good starter bike that way I can get my motorcycle endorsement and started riding more but at the sametime I got 2 kids, more bills then I can think of and a ungrateful women lol so needless to say money is the problem. Mike I think what you really want is used. Used Chinese, if you can find one, will save HUGE money. Google or Bing "VOG" and you'll find 260cc's in the $500-$800 range - some of them do in fact run. And if you get one that isn't destroyed by improper setup, you can cruise at highway speeds. I have an updated VOG-type, 295cc's, and I'm thrilled at performance. |
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Post by chromestarhustler on Apr 10, 2012 12:35:52 GMT -5
a vog will do it, otherwise 1400 will get you an old body style ninja 250 with low miles. like 2006ish 75 mpg, 100mph
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Post by silentwarrior on Apr 10, 2012 12:53:07 GMT -5
As for body type, something sporty would be nice but since our main road speed is 55mph (US 223) I would like to be able to hit that speed to keep up in traffic. I already have a few 50cc mopeds for around town but it would be nice to take a 20 mile trip to Blissfield from time to time and to do that I need to do 55mph. Thanks for the help everyone. Mike so you have a few 50cc scoots  ?? know your around the engine, CVT, etc ? got a compression gauge set up? spare battery ? if you answer yes to 2 /3 hit the streets--go hunt up at least a 250cc china used scoot. alot of people , get frustrated when its not a easy fix and just let em sit for a year or 2, then sell 'em. trying to get a lil $ back. if they dont run--better for you, lower price if you can figure out whats wrong with it., quickly if you know your way around scoots you might guess right and it be a $30 carb or carb cleaning or wrong and the compression is gone and need a head or such or maybe just rings either way you save $ thats how u get a bigger scoot cheap |
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Post by mjhglock on Apr 10, 2012 13:06:34 GMT -5
Yes I know my way small engines pretty well if I may say so myself and yes I will must likely buying used and fixxin it up but with 1 van, 1 truck, 2 mopeds, 2 go carts (Built them both) and 2 mini bikes (Built one of them) I'm kind of sick of wrenching on things all the time and for once would like to buy something new lol. Working on rebuilding a old baja mini bike right now. My old lady thinks I have to many toys but half of them I have for the kids, I just happen to play with them sometimes lol To be fare I do like wrenchin on them most the time  Mike |
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Post by silentwarrior on Apr 10, 2012 13:23:02 GMT -5
i was trying to point out
that the best way to save $
and maybe get a good scoot
but you run into tons of junk for 1000's
waste a lot of time and gas running to look at 'em
but MAYBE you will find that 'diamond in the rough'
that some body doesnt have time for anymore
i flipped a 150 last year
started at $700
didnt run, looked like crap,
got him down to 350
new carb, a good washing, some wax, some buffing
spit & polish
sold it for 1000
it did run good when i sold it
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Post by mjhglock on Apr 10, 2012 19:14:39 GMT -5
No I see what u mean man and thanks for looking out. My problem is once I buy something and get it running good I can't sell it and I keep it for myself lol.
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nice ride, yours?
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