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Post by Twigster on Jul 20, 2006 12:19:32 GMT -5
Has anyone purchased one of the new Tank Urban Touring 150 SE's? www.tank-sports.com/us/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=83&Itemid=51 I like the look of this scoot a lot & I'm thinking about trading in my 150 Euro for one. Don't get me wrong, I love my 150 Euro, but the style of the Toruing SE looks really great, resembles a sport bike from the front & rear. It's got the same engine, so basically it should be the same scoot, just a different cosmetic package.  Just wondering if anyone has any info. yet? Thanks...... |
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Post by subarutech on Jul 20, 2006 17:13:22 GMT -5
yep-looks great.although my is the roketa Jamaica.make sure the tank comes with rear dual piston brakes.well at least i prefer over drum.i believe the rocket is cheaper also.   |
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Post by Twigster on Jul 20, 2006 18:52:31 GMT -5
Subaru -
Where did you get the Rocketa Jamaica?
How much did you pay for it?
I think I can get the Torung 150 SE for around $1500 from my local Tank dealer.
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Post by Aaron on Jul 20, 2006 19:33:54 GMT -5
Twigster the touring is a lot heavier just keep that in mine about it's performance!
Aaron
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Post by scootluv on Jul 20, 2006 19:47:14 GMT -5
i too was on the fence about ordering the se. i ended up getting the deluxe touring.i posted asking how people felt about them and one person told me it was a pile of "poo poo". i just hope he's wrong.
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Post by ddillon on Jul 20, 2006 20:17:40 GMT -5
scootluv,
One man's pile of "poo poo" is another man's pile of treasure. I am sure your scoot will be fine ;D
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Post by scooterollie on Jul 20, 2006 20:22:25 GMT -5
scootluv;
Saw your post over on ScooterBBS, also. I would not let one comment about the Tank being "poo poo" influence my decision. I don't have one but did see one at my friend's Roketa dealership. The owner purchased it drop-ship from an internet dealer, had some assembly issues and problems resulting from shipping damage to the front forks. He could not resolve the problems so he took it to the dealer. I saw it there a couple of times and gave it a good look because I have a Roketa 250 and was interested in comparing the body fit & finish to mine. I thought the scoot looked good. Body panels were actually a little "cleaner" out of the mold - no rough edges. The engine started easily and sounded good. The mechanic said it ran well on the road. I was impressed with the fuse box under the seat. My Roketa has only one fuse for all circuits. Even though the damage occurred while in transit, Tank was sending a new front rotor and caliper at no charge. While this scoot is a little larger and heavier than the 150 Phantom-clone style, it will give a better ride because of the extra weight, about 2" longer wheelbase, and softer suspension. It is a better cruiser than the sport 150s. The Tank I saw had the taller sidewall 4:00 X 12" tires front and back, while some are equipped with 13" low profile tires. The 12" versions might be better riding (taller sidewall flexes more) and the 13" versions might handle better in sharp maneuvers but be harsher in ride.
Just some of my evaluations. If I had purchased my 150 in that body style, I may not have moved on to the 250. While i loved the look of my Phantom-clone, as well as how it handled, the ride was a little too harsh for me and for many of the roads where I ride. Is your scoot in transit? When do you expect it? If you have read a lot of posts here and on ScooterBBS, you will know to check your new machine over very carefully before putting it on the road.
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Post by subarutech on Jul 20, 2006 23:02:57 GMT -5
paid 1599.00 from bn scooters,you can find it cheaper from www.sunflowerscooters.combut that scoot has rear drum brakes.and im not sure who is making that scoot. |
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Post by Aaron on Jul 20, 2006 23:35:50 GMT -5
Twigster my bad I thought you meant the old style Touring not the Phantera, Alien, Zues, looking one (I'm on dial-up didn't link to the site!). That should perform quite well. The old style touring is heavier 308 lbs. This says 260. I like these style scoots. Primo makes one called the Zues. Theirs says don't bid over $1499 on Ebay. So same thing, same money. Happy hunting!
Aaron
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Post by scootluv on Jul 21, 2006 6:35:05 GMT -5
scotterollie,
thankyou for your input.i just ordered yesterday.after weeks of trying to decide which one i finally bit the bullet.they said 5-10 days. i don't know anything about mechanics so my dad will be giving it hte once over. he's been working on bikes for a very long time, so that is definitely in my favor. i will be in touch.
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Post by scootluv on Jul 21, 2006 6:38:08 GMT -5
twigster,
you can get the touring se at evosales.com for $1429 free shipping.thats the cheapest i've found.
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Post by subarutech on Jul 21, 2006 17:22:19 GMT -5
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