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Post by raygun04 on May 20, 2012 14:14:21 GMT -5
Hey I found this forum not to long ago and have been trying to read up on up a little bit as I am planning on getting a scooter in the coming months... I was wondering what everyone thought of the 150cc chinese scooters.. Im not really to the mechanical person but I plan on reading and reading some more to learn as much as possible (that and my uncle is a pretty good at cars and lawnmowers and is going to help me) I was thinking maybe getting the scooter and replacing the lines, carb, plug, and mayyyyyybe a BBK in the future (but only one that would increase it to about 170cc for a little extra somethin) I was wondering what everyones thought on this is.. Am I trying to bite of more then I can chew? even with my uncles help and me trying to learn as much as possible? thanks for anyones input
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Post by medman1952 on Jun 2, 2012 13:11:44 GMT -5
Welcome,
I love my Chinese 150cc scooter, have very few problems with it. It sounds like with the Uncle you could handle it pretty well. I'd suggest getting your uncle in here as a member and letting him do some research so he knows a bit more about the scooters. Most good small engine mechanics have no trouble fixing one of these.
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Post by raygun04 on Jun 18, 2012 15:12:18 GMT -5
ahh ok thanks for the reply.. will do (I've been reading up on this forum as much as I can also for anything I might learn) ... I'll actually most likely be looking to make the big scooter purchase at the beginning of next month maybe... hopefully by then everything shouldnt be as difficult to get set up and running
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Post by Pony66 on Jun 18, 2012 15:14:50 GMT -5
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Post by inkyben on Jun 18, 2012 15:31:30 GMT -5
Between here and youtube for resources, installing a BBK is easier than ever for beginners.
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Post by raygun04 on Jun 18, 2012 15:50:22 GMT -5
thanks for the link Pony66 though I'm still not 100% on a BBK since I only plan to ride on 50 mph speed limits or under roads usually.... though It would be nice to hop on the highway for maybe for a FEW miles from time to time (though I don't see myself on any highway or anything like that for an extended amount of time) but this can all change once I'm actually on the road riding lol... and I never thought to look on youtube for installing BBK thanks inkyben |
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Post by raygun04 on Nov 14, 2012 0:17:14 GMT -5
hello again everybody  I have a question that I did try google searching at the bottom about oil in the winter...and im assuming/hoping 10-30 for the motor oil will be ok for the winter? but im sorta wondering about the gear oil since no one really said anything about it orrr i didnt really read anyone mentioning it at least... just curious cause im finally receiving my scooter tomorrow ^.^ and i dont wanna make a mistake on the oil and mess up anything thanks for anyone anyones help on this matter (so sorry if i should have posted this elsewhere btw) |
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Post by jlee on Nov 14, 2012 0:34:20 GMT -5
10W30 is fine, 5W30 if you're in the really cold regions. For the gear oil, you can use 80W90 year round.
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Post by raygun04 on Nov 14, 2012 1:16:46 GMT -5
ahh ok thank you kind sir I cant wait to start breaking in my new scooter ^.^;;
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Post by jlee on Nov 14, 2012 1:21:24 GMT -5
Good luck with the new scoot - enjoy!!
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Post by raygun04 on Nov 14, 2012 17:40:31 GMT -5
So I got my beautiful scoot...but it wont stay started <.< it seems like it wants to stay started but it dies after like 3 seconds >.> might anyone know the problemo? perhaps fuel or air lines?
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Post by raygun04 on Nov 14, 2012 19:57:14 GMT -5
after more researching im starting to beleive I will have to adjust the carb...I shal try tomorrow I soppose unless someone thinks otherwise wish me luck ^.^;;;
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Post by wutzthedeal on Nov 14, 2012 20:37:45 GMT -5
One of the tricks I was taught was to put your right hand in your pocket (so you aren't tempted to give it gas) and grab your left/rear brake handle, then kickstart it. Should take 3 or 4 tries then be good. Naturally, check all fluids first and I presume you did your PDI.
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Post by scootnwinn on Nov 14, 2012 22:29:19 GMT -5
Perhaps the idle is low its easy to adjust. You may find more help for your issues posting in the appropriate garage subforum
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Post by raygun04 on Nov 15, 2012 17:15:44 GMT -5
Yeah the fluids are good....and it actually idles at about 2,000 rpms... it did run for about a block and a half though today (I changed out the gear/motor oil n gave it another go) and I ended up having to push it back home...I'll try posting in the appropriate forums to see if anyone can help after I try adjusting the carb later today or tomorrow thanks everyone
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Post by prizmm on Nov 15, 2012 17:26:33 GMT -5
so it sounds like a fuel delievery problem,,, nothing major,, look for restricted line comming from tank to fuel petcock/pump,,, btw,, is this a brand new scooter or used ? and what size/ make ? i didn`t see any info in your other posts,,regardless,, it runs and then dies,,, so it sounds like an easy fix,, nothing to diffuclt, but just to be sure,, check plug wire, boot,, possible vacum leaks,,, you`ll get it
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Post by raygun04 on Nov 15, 2012 17:39:55 GMT -5
Its a new SSR Znen Interceptor 150cc...I suppose ill try looking for any lines that might be pinched/and or restricted and im assuming you mean to see if the spark plug wire is loose? (though im a little lost when you say boot) So I'll probably check on that before going ahead to adjust the carb otherwise I'll post in the appropriate subforum. thanks for the advice
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Post by raygun04 on Nov 27, 2012 20:34:53 GMT -5
I feel dumb saying this but....I am currently unable to kick start my scooter...I also should have mentioned right now im living where its getting pretty cold so perhaps that is why? my scoot will run perfect and idle perfectly after being ridden lightly and warmed up I might add
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Post by scootnwinn on Nov 27, 2012 20:40:34 GMT -5
Sounds pretty normal use the electric start the kick is for back up its not intended to be the primary starter...
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Post by snugglebunny on Nov 27, 2012 21:03:53 GMT -5
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Post by raygun04 on Nov 27, 2012 21:04:40 GMT -5
ah yeah I just wanted to see if I could do it in case of emergency... I hope when/if the time comes I will be able to o.O;;;
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I have a question that I did try google searching at the bottom about oil in the winter...and im assuming/hoping 10-30 for the motor oil will be ok for the winter? but im sorta wondering about the gear oil since no one really said anything about it orrr i didnt really read anyone mentioning it at least... just curious cause im finally receiving my scooter tomorrow ^.^ and i dont wanna make a mistake on the oil and mess up anything thanks for anyone anyones help on this matter (so sorry if i should have posted this elsewhere btw)
