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Post by patrickscool2 on Nov 20, 2007 10:39:07 GMT -5
what is the best thing or things we can do to our scooters to better our experience. GPS best type of oil synthetic vs. reg. any tricks to spped up your scooter. what tricks or tade secrets do you have to put the zoom in your scooters? new got me a chinese scoot and am not afraid to work and do whatever to have a 150cc monster scooter lol. i'd really love to hear what you guys got to say.
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Post by tortoise on Nov 20, 2007 11:25:46 GMT -5
Road service . . such as AAA. |
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Post by newc77 on Nov 20, 2007 13:57:18 GMT -5
Road service policy, red light triggers, MP3 player mount, decent emergency and tool kits, REGULAR maintenance, a decent top box trunk, whatever bling (stickers, decal, paint) you want for an original look. It's up to the other Dawgs to tell you about mechanical stuff.
Tom
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Post by strangerdejavu on Nov 20, 2007 16:15:20 GMT -5
Nothing enhances my ride like wearing a ScootDawg t-shirt  |
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Post by natefromogden on Nov 20, 2007 17:22:35 GMT -5
I'm pretty partial to my loud horn that alerts cell phone yakking soccer moms to my proximity.
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Post by Deleted on Nov 20, 2007 17:25:24 GMT -5
I'm pretty partial to my loud horn that alerts cell phone yakking soccer moms to my proximity. +1 Stebel rules! |
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Post by earlwb on Nov 20, 2007 18:19:04 GMT -5
I find the Motorcycle Quick Brake Light unit to be a nice add-on for a scooter. www.brakeflasher.com/cycle.htmIt activates when you use your brakes, and blinks nicely at the automobile drivers behind you. |
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Post by scooterollie on Nov 20, 2007 18:39:07 GMT -5
I second Earl's recommendation. Have had one on two different scoots so far.
I like a tach to tell me what the engine is doing at idle, acceleration and cruising speed.
I like some kind of tire pressure monitor to give alert you to the need for air. Have used the red blinking LEDs on two scoots - blink when tire pressure falls 4 lbs. below the set pressure.
Will shortly install an LED to monitor charge status - Green/Yellow/Red, or a volt meter.
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Post by fulltimerart on Nov 21, 2007 17:14:26 GMT -5
 Lots of good ideas so far,also carry a cel-phone for emergencies, and I like some extra lights---LEDs front and rear and illuminated side markers instead of reflectors---they take very little juice but give you extra visibility to the cagers. Art
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Post by "Big Guy" on Nov 21, 2007 20:21:52 GMT -5
I think a toilet is essential for any distance runs...  |
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Post by scooterollie on Nov 21, 2007 21:46:30 GMT -5
...."runs'''  ? |
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Post by T W I S T E R on Nov 21, 2007 21:59:41 GMT -5
I think a toilet is essential for any distance runs... HEY, you published a pic of my elite 250 without permission. |
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Post by YellowScooter on Nov 22, 2007 15:46:38 GMT -5
I think a toilet is essential for any distance runs... HEY, you published a pic of my elite 250 without permission. Who has the noose? Looks like were gonna have us a little party boys. Dum dum de dum dum de dum de dum de dum....  |
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Post by T W I S T E R on Nov 22, 2007 18:13:46 GMT -5
Here is what I have added: KYMCO S-250
extra turn signals on rear............JP Cycles
loud horn......................................Advanced Auto Parts
leather storage bags on dash board (3) of them....Walmart
windshield. GIVI -........................... dealer sale.
rear trunk with tail/brake lights....... EBAY
chrome rack on top of trunk...................Lowes
storage bag on trunk as a back rest.......Walmart
compass..................................................PEP BOYS
thermometer...........................................PEP BPYS
chrome grille work...................................PEP BOYS
deer whistles-chrome..............................PEP BOYS
flashing rear brake light-wired in.............JP Cycles..quit working.
wind deflectors-lower leg.........................hand made
wind deflectors-upper...............................hand made
flame decals.............................................PEP BOYS
chrome trim in various spots.....................PEP BOYS
cup holder.................................................Advance Auto
cell phone..................................................All Tell
garage door opener..................................SEARS
red light trigger - don't work.....................JP Cycles
two way radio - bike to bike......................Midland..
see thread: Bike to Bike radio
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going to add:
lighted tach-MPH speedo-engine temp.
synthetic oil-gear oil.
iridium plug.
running out of ideas ( and room ). Open for suggestions.
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Post by scooterlizard on Nov 22, 2007 18:50:17 GMT -5
A good set of tools(Craftsman)to carry around, emergency repair stuff(fuel lines, clamps, duct tape, bailing wire, band aids, tire plugs,ect.), rain gear, security cable and lock, insurance(full coverage if you can afford it), dry clothes(if there is room), definitely the cell phone like fultimerart suggested, spare keys, cash stashed in case someplace doesn't take plastic (very rare). $hit happens be prepared.
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Post by T W I S T E R on Nov 22, 2007 21:00:12 GMT -5
A good set of tools(Craftsman)to carry around, emergency repair stuff(fuel lines, clamps, duct tape, bailing wire, band aids, tire plugs,ect.), rain gear, security cable and lock, insurance(full coverage if you can afford it), dry clothes(if there is room), definitely the cell phone like fultimerart suggested, spare keys, cash stashed in case someplace doesn't take plastic (very rare). $hit happens be prepared. none of this sounds like fun stuff. |
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Post by BERZERKER on Dec 3, 2007 8:34:56 GMT -5
Stebel horn and a Whelen TR-3 LED rear brake light.. same strobe system I use on my Police Road King
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Post by kitcarguy on Dec 3, 2007 11:11:46 GMT -5
I hear graphics and chrome add 10hp and at least 40mph to any scoot  |
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Post by Showme on Dec 3, 2007 18:37:18 GMT -5
Since we can't legally mount a small rocket launcher (front and rear) I vote with those who said lights. LEDs use little of our small electrical supply and the more lights the better. To be seen is a good thing.
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Post by AZscooter on Dec 4, 2007 7:17:11 GMT -5
Add ons for my GV 250
air horn
GIVI tall windscreen and large 450 top box with back rest and brake light
Headlight modulator
Touring seat with Air hawk seat cushion
Homemade footrest enlargers for passanger.
GPS mount in middle of handlebars
Mike
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Post by ccsami4x4 on Dec 5, 2007 23:03:25 GMT -5
As far as additions to the scoot, my vote is for:
- Iridium spark plug (much smoother idle in my case)
- Synthetic oil after the first 1k miles (seems to run smoother with this as well)
- Have't done any other mods to my scoot...it does great with just these
For convenience:
- Rain gear (gore-tex pants stashed under the seat; stash or wear the jacket) and some quality gloves for cold weather riding
- Cell phone
- Tool kit
I ride 365 days a year (rain, snow, or sunshine), and this gets me through it no problem!
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Post by scooterollie on Dec 6, 2007 9:23:33 GMT -5
With the temp. at 18 this morning, I think back to the heated seat and grips I installed on my Bali 250 last year!
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Lots of good ideas so far,also carry a cel-phone for emergencies, and I like some extra lights---LEDs front and rear and illuminated side markers instead of reflectors---they take very little juice but give you extra visibility to the cagers. Art
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