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Post by someguyin408 on Oct 28, 2011 11:45:46 GMT -5
Hey all, I'm David. I just bought a 2008 250cc Shenke Scooter. This is an upgrade from a 50cc scoot. I'm riding daily 140 miles round trip. Looking forward to interacting with everyone here on the board.  |
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Post by Scooter Elements on Oct 28, 2011 12:46:15 GMT -5
Hey Welcome to Scootdawgs! wow 140 miles round trip. thats long. Good luck with the new scooter. Keep up with the oil changes. not sure if yours has a filter or not tho.
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Post by TERRA NUVO on Oct 28, 2011 13:05:28 GMT -5
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Post by Pony66 on Oct 28, 2011 13:49:01 GMT -5
Hi David, welcome to ScootDawgs.
How a pic of that new scooter?
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Post by someguyin408 on Oct 28, 2011 14:35:19 GMT -5
Thank you for the info. I'm still trying to find out more info about my Shenke. I know that it's not charging while running. Have to keep it on the float when parked. Looking for info on parts and maybe a new stator. |
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Post by someguyin408 on Oct 28, 2011 19:15:33 GMT -5
Here's my Scoot.  |
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Post by georgiocat on Oct 31, 2011 6:22:06 GMT -5
Hello David.Welcome on board.Nice scooter you've got there.
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Post by inuyasha on Oct 31, 2011 8:17:28 GMT -5
Hi David
Welcome aboard
Pleased to meet you
Shes a beauty, very nice
May she bring you much joy in the years to come
Take care and drive safely
Yours Hank
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Post by someguyin408 on Nov 6, 2011 13:58:32 GMT -5
Thank you. 1 week into having my scooter and I'm already having to work on it. haha. Having charging/electrical issues.
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Post by JetMax on Nov 6, 2011 15:29:36 GMT -5
At 140 miles per day I would get rid of it while its still sellable and get something more reliable.
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Post by chaz12 on Nov 6, 2011 18:32:43 GMT -5
Hi David.. Here is my Bali 250 and wife's Honda Rebel.. Attachments:
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Post by someguyin408 on Nov 6, 2011 20:52:34 GMT -5
At 140 miles per day I would get rid of it while its still sellable and get something more reliable. Well, I would have from the beginning but I just cannot afford anything more. |
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Post by JetMax on Nov 6, 2011 21:20:12 GMT -5
At 140 miles per day I would get rid of it while its still sellable and get something more reliable. Well, I would have from the beginning but I just cannot afford anything more. If you need to drive 140 miles/day you'll find that you can't afford the one you got. After it breaks down for good it will be just that much harder to buy the one you say you cannot afford. One member just bought a kymco 250 for $2100. Be much cheaper to own that in the long run. Something to shoot for. Make it happen. |
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Post by someguyin408 on Nov 10, 2011 17:57:58 GMT -5
Yeah, I totally hear what you are saying but my other vehicle is a Ford E-150 Van.
I only had a limited amount of resources and could not afford to drive my van 140 miles a day at 8 gallons round trip. 8 gallons x 3.89 / gallon = $31 per day. That comes out to Almost $700 per month. I had to do something. At least until my new sales job starts making money.
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Post by jonglauser on Nov 10, 2011 19:18:59 GMT -5
I've got the same body with a 150 in it. Drive it every day, but only 12 miles. Haven't had anything go wrong with it yet except the muffler being old. Coulda continued with it as it was, but I love to tinker. Over 6000 China miles so far.
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Post by larrball on Nov 10, 2011 23:17:53 GMT -5
Dave this link might help. I thank there is a more complete list, but this might be of some help to know just where/what your scooter realy is. Never hurts to look. 2strokebuzz.com/scooter-vinsJust have the frist 3 letters/numbers of you vin number handy.  And welcome to the form. |
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Post by mykul on Nov 11, 2011 12:00:58 GMT -5
Hello Dave, lucky you, I'm stuck with a 50! A big scooter probably wouldn't suit me because I also ride motorcycles and the reason I went with a scooter is because of the total lack of decent little bikes offering the same fuel economy and carrying capacity. Boy I wish Honda still made the step thru Cub 50...oh well, my Jonway is close in terms of practicality and neat looks.
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Post by Pony66 on Nov 11, 2011 12:11:05 GMT -5
Thank you. 1 week into having my scooter and I'm already having to work on it. haha. Having charging/electrical issues. Do you have an alarm or remote start? They are well known to drain the little scooter batteries. If your battery is over 3 years old, you probably need a new one. The very best scooter cannot charge a weak battery. There is not one vehicle out there that does not have some kind of scheduled maintenance. Reliability usually involves the operator learning or paying for this maintenance. |
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Post by someguyin408 on Nov 17, 2011 20:09:58 GMT -5
I removed the alarm because I did not have the remote for it. The problem I was having with charging was the R/R. I replaced it which failed again after working perfectly for about 500 miles. I have just about had it with this thing.  Maybe save for a couple years and get a Honda 750cc. |
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Post by inuyasha on Nov 17, 2011 20:23:41 GMT -5
Thank you. 1 week into having my scooter and I'm already having to work on it. haha. Having charging/electrical issues. Do you have an alarm or remote start? They are well known to drain the little scooter batteries. If your battery is over 3 years old, you probably need a new one. The very best scooter cannot charge a weak battery. There is not one vehicle out there that does not have some kind of scheduled maintenance. Reliability usually involves the operator learning or paying for this maintenance. Hi I agree No matter the brand you have to properly maintain and service them Ive been riding 2 wheels for over 40 years and have driven and owned most of the major and minor brands Have an Indian chief, Puma scoot and a motorized bike at the moment Higher end products just mean higher expenses when things go wrong And they do go wrong no matter the brand make no mistake Take care and drive safely Yours Hank |
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Post by someguyin408 on Nov 17, 2011 20:53:01 GMT -5
Yeah, I know how to work on engines I just like to ask a lot of questions before tackling a new design than I'm used to. I am a stickler to regular maintenance. I just don't like the regular repairs.
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,,,,2 LEVEL TABLESPOONS AND 15 more cc's from lowered engine friction weight--go here-
Maybe save for a couple years and get a Honda 750cc.