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Just a quick update . I learned how to adjust the shifter cables and also how to adjust the scoots clutch cable this afternoon. The guy who helped me was off another forum . Bit by bit I am getting used to the different gear system and how it operates . One thing to get is a dogleg clutch lever. With my med-small hand,s it takes abit more reach to just use the stock clutch lever when shifting. I did notice that the airflow over the front skirt area is much more on a Stella ( and Vespa) than on a chinese scoot. You also sit much more upright .The dash is also more flat and at a less angle than on my old Roketa . I'll keep posting as things get going. Happy Holidays Everyone !
will c.

I'll get pictures posted of my finished rear rack I built from scratch . Today was my first outting with the new scoot . Trust me on this ,it was learning expierence unto itself. I managed to pop one wheele when letting off the clutch and adding too much throttle . I spent close to an hour and a half in a nearby parking lot to get familiarized with the clutch . The new setup of the clutch assembly will need time to get used to. I learned that you have to use the clutch when shifting gears on the left side handlebar ..I found that out when I arrived at the scooter shop . I wasn't using the clutch whe shifting gears on the way there. A newbies mistake. Thursday I'll adjust the clutch cable to make it abit more sensitive to my liking . This scoot is very responsive to the throttle and gets up and goes ! Luckily I can safely use the 87octane gas with this engine . The carbon buildup the 4 cycle engines have to deal with when using lower octane gas isn't a problem with the 2 cycle engines on the vespa and stella's . I'll post more as things move along.
will

Thankyou for the heads up about that ! I just posted in the 4 sale section the cdi, coil and flywheel puller that I have no further use for .
Will

Well it took me less than 24hrs after getting the insurance check for my totaled Roketa to get my next scooter !! This afternoon I purchased a 2004 Stella 150cc 2 cycle scoot. Made by LML in India . It is pretty much a Vespa PX150 with a disk brake in the front . Milage is almost 1900 miles. So far this evening I have tipped it over accidently twice. Luckily no scratches. This bird is totally different than the Roketa I had. It may take me a week or two to get used to its different feel and handling characteristics . The scoots balance and feel are totatly unlike the Roketa aswell. The rider sits abit higher aswell when compared to a chinese scoot. Yes it's a 150 so I'll be posting as things progress with it. Now I feel I have a bit of class and styling ! Having to deal with a manual clutch will take some getting used to . Lesson from first very short ride this afternoon . Must remember not to add gas when letting off the clutch quicklyy or it will pop a wheele as it tried to do on me ! This scoot has a manual 4 speed tranny that is on the left handlebar . The rear brake is on the scooters floorboard instead of on the left hand handlebar like on a chinese scoot. Let the fun begin !! ;D
will

Update : The scoot was totaled !! I received a check this afternoon from Geico for the scooter part of the claim . Tonight I found a Stella (Vespa PX 150 Clone) . $1300 cash . It's a 2004 (if I remember right) . 2 cycle engine , electric and kick start , beautiful condition . Has only 1800 miles on it and has been taken very well care of . Like new litteraly !! I'll make the payment tomorrow afternoon. It's much different tranny than the Roketa had. This a manual 4 speed . Just like the old vespas of the past. Happy ? Yep !!I'll post pics when I get it home. It's a 150cc so I'll still be very much part of the 150cc forum .
Will

CCProf , This was a lady in her early 60's than got me !
will