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Post by mustang64 on Jan 2, 2008 18:02:38 GMT -5
Hi all. I feel that I owe a debt of gratitude to you all for helping me to avoid a bad experience. I got the bug to purchase a scooter a few weeks ago and did quite a bit of on line research. I thought I had a pretty good idea of what I wanted and how to shop for it. Well.... I ordered an inexpensive Chinese scooter from an online store called Scooterdemand.com. It seemed like a lot of bike for the money. Then, I stumbled upon this forum and after spending awhile reading about the pitfalls of inexpensive online deals, I immediately cancelled my order. They gave me a very bad time about cancelling and tried to assess a 35% restocking charge even though their site clearly states that no such policy exists. I reminded them that the BBB in their region of the country has 24 unresolved complaints listed against them in the past two years and my next phone call would be to the local district attorney. They relented and agreed to refund my money. This afternoon I paid a visit to the local Yamaha dealer and purchased a Vino 125. I haven't picked it up yet but I am very anxious to started scooting and bonding with my new Vino. Thanks guys and Gals. I'll keep you informed.
Stang
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Post by Aaron on Jan 2, 2008 22:44:51 GMT -5
Stang welcome. Sounds like you did your homework and chose wisely. The Vino is a great little scoot. Best of luck and stay safe out there!
Aaron
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Post by mustang64 on Jan 6, 2008 8:53:36 GMT -5
Well, I picked up my new Vino yesterday and it's a blast. I really don't have any interesting tales to tell about my first day on a scooter. It was purchased from a cycle dealer who had it set up and registered and ready to fly by the time I got there. As a matter of fact, it was sitting right in front of the showroom entrance gleaming and gas'd up. I know that I paid quite a bit extra by getting it this way and the truth be told, I am quite a capable mechanic and wasn't really scared of having to assemble or trouble shoot one of the Chinese scoots that seem to be available everywhere online. I was very nervous about trying to register something like that in New York State. I kept having visions of walking up to the window at the DMV and watching everyone burst into laghter as I showed them the paperwork for my new Kung-Pow 150 Sport that I bought from Scooter-Scam.com. So forgive me for taking the cowards way out. Try not to hold it against me. I can't wait till springtime. I realy enjoyed riding it around yesterday, but I'm sure it will be a heck of a lot more fun when the temperature rises above 30.
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Post by Javarod on Jan 6, 2008 11:26:25 GMT -5
Laughs, "There's nothing wrong with the coward's way out, me, I saved a touch of money by going with a Taiwan brand (almost as good as Japanese, but cheaper), but in my case I'm not a mechanic. Chinese scooters are like Linux, long as you know how to work on it yourself, they're a great deal. But, enough of that, welcome aboard."
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Post by golflover on Jan 31, 2008 16:58:01 GMT -5
Mustang64 It isn't that hard to register a scooter in New York (laughing) I've been lurking on this forum for months researching and reading. I have not bought yet but went to the all mighty DMV and they couldn't answer the questions regarding the Class A B C registrations unless they had a valid vin number. Since I haven't bought yet I had no vin number. The clerk told me to buy my scooter and come in with the paperwork. When I asked her what if it is not in your computer database, she told me then I couldn't register it or drive it. Since I'm a cop I called the main office of DMV in Albany after a phone shuffle I spoke with a lady who stated that under NYS law scooters have to pass the tech test with DMV in order to be listed in the vin number database. Hence if they are not in the database you as the owner have to apply for a tech test, take the scooter to Albany where they have to certify it as passing the NYS Vehicle and Traffic laws. They will then "attempt" to add it to the database. I have spoken with 3 dealers now and when getting close to purchasing asked them if the scooter they are selling meets NYS DMV tech requirements. 2 said they didn'know, the third said he has sold "hundreds" of scooters in NY and gave me the email address of one of his several hundred satisfied customers. Who has not emailed me back in 3 months. SO it is not all that hard (laughing). I just wish there were more b & m places here. The 2 in this area are pricing their products higher because of no competition.
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Post by Aaron on Jan 31, 2008 21:58:28 GMT -5
Golflover what part of New York? We have an upstanding dealer member from Rochester I trust to give you good service and a registerable scoot. PM me if you are interested and I will link you to him.
Aaron
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Post by eldoctoro on Feb 17, 2008 21:25:50 GMT -5
I am trying to find a 150cc scooter that is a good deal yet reliable with a dealer network and a warranty that is for real. Can anyone tell me about Diamo, TnG and any other brand that might suitable. I realize that Honda and Yamaha other established brands like that are fine but are they worth the expense considering the advances made by newer brands
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Post by bear4jc59 on Feb 18, 2008 19:48:37 GMT -5
So far I am very happy with the TNG's, and have excellent dealer support (at least here on the Central California Coast). For dealer locator go to www.tngscooters.com I have had great experience (thus far) with the support on the TNG's, and would recommend CMSI (parent company) to anyone looking for a "higher end low end" Chinese scooter. Just my 2-cents. |
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Post by Enviromoto on Feb 21, 2008 18:25:11 GMT -5
The first thing that comes to mind is fly scooters.
There are many options to go on this one.
I'll list a few of the top quality ones.
1.Genuine Scooter Co.
2.Q-link
3.CF Moto
4.Adly
5.Fly Scooters
6.TNG
Roketa is a brand I carry and if you can find a local dealer to do the proper setup you will have a very nice bike for the money. You could get a 250cc for the same price as a 150cc at some of the big name places and have a reliable bike. Plus a dealer to go back to if you need service. I personally would never buy something off of the Internet that needed regular maintenance that I couldn't do myself.
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Post by silverfox on Mar 2, 2008 9:21:29 GMT -5
Hello, I'd like to introduce myself her at ScootDawg. I go by "Silverfox", not so much the FOX, but the Silver reflects my hair, yes, I'm an old guy. I'm also handicapped, 5 lower back fusions and 1, 4 level neck fusion. Non the less I want to get back on 2 wheels. My dear Wife just bought me a nice little 50cc scooter, a Keeway. It appears to have decent qualiity. never hearing of it's name before, the research I did on it seemed impresive. All I can say now is wish me luck and I'll keep you posted as to it's usage and durability. Looked at several last season and couldn't decide. Like any newbie, one just hopes that the choice is right for the user. Well, hope to hear from the other members and share stories of sorts. So long for now and keep it up-right, K?
the "Fox"
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