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Post by davec on Feb 2, 2014 8:38:17 GMT -6
That is so w h a t I wanted to hear. Not sure how u plan to break it in (easy does it or rode it like ya stole it) But yea, it should do 60+ with ease (yes, I know 50 is actually 45) MPG, I don't know and don't care. Mine is a toy to ride and have fun with. And the handling becomes easier the more u ride it
I've got 1000+ miles on mine and it started right up yesterday on the 2nd push of the button after sitting for a long time in the garage at zero degrees.
Only problem I had was a water hose that rubbed against the frame and caused a leak. easy fix.
But, seems hubby fixed most everything else.
Enjoy The Ride
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Post by davec on Feb 2, 2014 8:14:40 GMT -6
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Post by davec on Feb 1, 2014 21:29:21 GMT -6
did you ride today? didi it ran fine? tell us the truth malevelina lol Me guessing the truth is she's still riding it, having the time of her life
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Post by davec on Feb 1, 2014 21:27:57 GMT -6
" The Chinese will do exactly as they're told. "Build us the cheapest piece of crap you can" Yes they wil" ....Apparently, they took it literally, they built the cheapest price and the cheapest quality scooters ever, TELL ME whoelse in this universe build cheap products other than them chinese, tell me!!!! my goodness! wake up!! before its too late!!! Isn't that what they said about Japanese products not too long ago?? And about the Hyundai even more recently?
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Post by davec on Feb 1, 2014 17:59:47 GMT -6
Registration was yesterday. You rode today give us an update please
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Post by davec on Jan 31, 2014 20:15:10 GMT -6
Gonna be interesting how it affects MPH/MPG Keep us up to speed on the install procedures
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Post by davec on Jan 31, 2014 20:08:06 GMT -6
Listen guys. I started this thread as a tongue in cheek shot at the insane prices of some two wheeled rides. Thirty grand for a bike, really? It makes a $2000 Chinese 250cc scooter look free and you get the same enjoyment if your head is there. Heck, an $800, 50cc scoot is a gift. Sarcasm totally understood and agreed. Back in South Dakota, I can buy a nice house for $34K I saw a gl1200 trike for $5K and still didn't bite I'm sticking with what I got and be quite happy Thanx again D
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Post by davec on Jan 31, 2014 18:42:46 GMT -6
Oh sure Dave, and that's all you think about..... money? Next you'll tell me is that hanging a BMW sticker on your scooter will make it just as good. Dream On. I'm a govt accountant so what can I say? And im pretty much a total idiot about most things, but I do know about how to not piss away good money. My scoot may not do a cross country, but its never seen a trailer and is a real chic magnet It serves me quite well with my leg issue, so guess I'll press on ride safe my friend dave
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Post by davec on Jan 31, 2014 18:28:40 GMT -6
Jeez Jim! Why would anybody buy an Ice Bear with bargains like that around? Only $38,000 for a Wing Trike. That would be cheap at twice the price. Or, still too expensive at half the price. Ill keep my Icebear trike and save me $34,000 Im having a hard time justifying spending $3 K on triking my GL1200 Yea, im cheap, but I still got a couple bucks left in the bank for a new toy scoot on where can I get a BMW sticker?
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Post by davec on Jan 31, 2014 10:00:12 GMT -6
$15K/$20K/$30K Sure thing, where do I sign up for those great deals. I paid $7K for my new Honda Shadow Sabre in 2002 And $3K for my used 86 Goldwing in 2003 And $4K for my 300cc Zodiac
($20K / 4 = 5 300cc Zodiacs, or 20 50cc tao tao (?)
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Post by davec on Jan 30, 2014 13:53:08 GMT -6
Thanks Dave, Kz, and everyone else. I'm having the wheels and tires balanced Monday the 3rd. I'm sure it will be fine after that. I get her insured and licensed on the 31st so she'll be good to go after the wheels are balanced. I can't wait!!! :-D ONE MORE DAY
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Post by davec on Jan 30, 2014 8:20:21 GMT -6
The differences in the quality between the BMS Bi Metro and the Sym Symba are night and day.( hence, the price difference) If memory serves correct, the BMS Astro and the SSR Rowdy are both made by ZNEN. Actually, my comparison was intended to be body style only, not price. My main interest was because I had a Bridgestone 50 (looked like the Honda Cub) when I was a teen (yea, in 1964) I thought of getting one, for memory purposes only, but I can't ride on 2 any more. But, I do like the Rowdy, by SSR, or also called the Astro and the King Kong. Of course a Big Ruckus would be best, but, they still cost twice that of a Rowdy. Either way, enjoy what ya get. Bring what ya got No judgment here Ride safe, but ride
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Post by davec on Jan 29, 2014 19:54:12 GMT -6
The bi metro and the Sym Symba look like the Honda Cub and the Bridgestone 50 I had in 64. Classic look with modern technology. I still like the Rowdy for it's ruggedness tho
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Post by davec on Jan 29, 2014 17:40:36 GMT -6
Rowdy was my second choice, and may get one anyway. I just like the look and all reviews have been positive
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Post by davec on Jan 27, 2014 14:53:49 GMT -6
I can live with that. My 2002 Honda Shadow Sabre 1100cc is 8.0:1 My GL1200 Aspencade is 9.0:1 My 300cc Zodiac is 10:1 and the 50 and 150's are 10.3/10.5 : 1 Thanx
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