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Post by Bong on Jun 22, 2011 12:36:49 GMT -6
Was the alarm just disconnected??? Sometimes you need to jump or reconnect a few wires. I forget the colors but maybe someone else knows. BTW, Congrats on the Mod status. About time ;D ;D |
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Post by Bong on Jun 15, 2011 12:46:11 GMT -6
Are you OK?  What happened??? Hope it's not serious!!! The project can wait, Just get yourself together And stay safe!!! |
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Post by Bong on Jun 12, 2011 17:00:30 GMT -6
Hey Strait, Sorry for your loss but, Congrats on the new ride!!!!! I did not read the whole thread but this is my opinion. Here in Vegas the temp is hotter than hell and I use Shell Rotella 15w40 engine oil. No problems at all around 115 degrees daily. I have a small leak but, that's another issue. To answer your original question- Change the oil around 500 to 1000 miles religiously!!!! make sure the valves are adjusted around every 1000 miles too. If you don't, You'll buy another scoot in 6 months. You already did that so, lets make this one last a bit longer  Just change the oil regularly!!! I don't think it really matters what kind you prefer just so long as it's done regularly, If it gets hard to start adjust the valves, and make sure the battery is charged. This is all regular maintenance like brushing your teeth or taking a shower. Would you wanna start and go for a ride if ya didn't shower or brush last month??? Just sayin It's the little things that make you live longer and stay beautiful IMO. Same goes for a scoot ;D Take care of yourself and that scoot!!!!! |
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Post by Bong on Jun 8, 2011 20:30:30 GMT -6
I took a second look at that front fender. Noticed it has a black stripe. Black out the red and do the silver on that stripe. Just an idea  |
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Post by Bong on Jun 8, 2011 20:25:00 GMT -6
This makes me want one even more. I say Black out that front fender too and, I still vote deleting the rear all together. Move the blinkers up and That's the best lookin scoot ever!!!!! Now if we could figure out how to do HUB LESS rims ;D ;D |
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Post by Bong on May 28, 2011 18:05:45 GMT -6
Not True!!!!!! I like mine on a 50cc. Makes the wheelies much easier. So long as she hangs on  BTW no offense to the big girls just jokin. I personally like a bit a meat on my passenger. I'd rather buy nachos instead of a salad  |
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Post by Bong on May 25, 2011 20:24:08 GMT -6
Walmart has a Decent (not great) battery. It comes with a warranty and are used a lot. (Battery and Warranty) You can get much better quality but if you need one and they have it, Go for it. Just make sure it fits and you have a charger. If your Battery Is 4 years old, It is a good move to think about a replacement before your stranded. I would not expect the same longevity from a Walmart battery though. More AMPS mean better starts!!!!( I May Be Wrong) Some use the term "Neverstart" for Wallywold Batteries so, You may be better off getting an Interstate or Yuassa (spelling?) if you want another 4 years of trouble free battery operation. You do get what ya pay for. |
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Post by Bong on May 25, 2011 19:15:34 GMT -6
Those are Beautiful!!!!!! Now where were ya when I was looking for a Tomos? Still looking BTW (Hint, Hint) That MB5 is a real nice restoration but, That little Express is just as nice ( love the baby blue) IMO. Nice to see someone knows the difference between a Moped and a Scooter. Even though the law says different. Keep up the great work!!! BTW if ya ever come across another LX or Targa for sale let a Doc know  |
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Post by Bong on May 25, 2011 15:17:12 GMT -6
Seems I owe an apology to you Newbie.  There was no need to change the original post or reword anything. No one was offended. I assumed With the screen name that you were New. I would hate to see a novice treat anything with wheels as a toy but, It happens all to often IMO. Now that you can afford a few play things, Live it up and have a blast Brother!!!!! Just be careful like always. Leave the stunt riding and mile long wheelies to the young ones Btw, I only asked about talking with Moe cause I have sent a few E-mails and never got responses until I drove down to scrappys and got parts in person. I thought Moe was a generic person. Have you thought about a BBK to Play with? 72cc and an up gear will dominate the hills better than just trans tuning can. 44 mph all the way up you speed demon  Just hope for a tail wind to hit 45 Maybe even 50 on the flat. If I could just find a stroker crank for a QMB the world would be great!!!! |
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Post by Bong on May 23, 2011 22:22:48 GMT -6
Did you actually talk/correspond with Moe? The tech talk @ scrappys has decent info but, a little more research could provide a bit better info when deciding what upgrades to play with. IMO these little 50cc are NOT just toys. People DIE riding them. In fact many of us depend on them to make a living. Oh BTW, These little engines can be sensitive to weather changes like you mentioned. That's part of the scooter tuning fun A bigger jet and harder spring will only add to the play time of starting These scoots like cooler weather by nature and runn better when it cool (not to cold). The humidity can make them rough running Unless tuned. Rollers wont help that |
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Post by Bong on May 23, 2011 19:16:27 GMT -6
Smack the tank, Backhand the dash, Start up and ride!!!! Talk to it a bit rough and that fuel needle may get excited and move up to the proper position. (Just Joking) Tapping the dash a bit may reconnect a loose wire if thats the problem though  Keep on Scootin On!!!! |
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Post by Bong on May 23, 2011 18:22:49 GMT -6
I have a similar issue. Not thread jacking but for some reason every time I fill my tank It takes 2-3 days for the gage to react. I usually fill up at about 1/3 tank on the gauge and for some reason without fail it takes 2 days for the gauge to read a full tank even after fiddling with the sensor. I always assumed that's just a quirk of my china bike. Not really sure I helped here but, If you know it has gas don't worry. Just pull the cap and check the level by eye. Oh BTW, if ya look in the tank at night use a flashlight not a lighter ;D ;D |
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Post by Bong on May 23, 2011 18:01:01 GMT -6
Manny of us 50 guys do Up or down gear depending on what you want from the scoot. Tuning the CVT is often a better, easier choice unless you up the displacement. Like jhbietz pointed out. 50cc don't have the required power to utilize gear changes without being a dog or to hyper. Just to clarify for me I don't remember ever reading that stock exhaust or intake don't restrict flow. In fact those restrictions are the exact reason to go free flow. BTW no need to rejet for new rollers and you may find that spring is not what you want when tuned properly. You can play with it and I'm all for experimenting but. no need to fix what ain't broke IMO. New jets will either flood or restrict the gas flow. No need to change unless your adding more air. Better to play with the carb A/F and idle screws, Or needle clip. |
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Post by Bong on May 22, 2011 18:13:55 GMT -6
I don't think HD is made In America anymore!!! I think It's India now. They maybe built/assembled here but, the parts are manufactured overseas. If someone knows different please correct me. I bet those big bikes have at least one China made part these days especially if you put on an after market piece of chrome. Enough about HD, I'm gonna go ride my scoot |
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What happened??? Hope it's not serious!!! The project can wait, Just get yourself together And stay safe!!!
There was no need to change the original post or reword anything. No one was offended. I assumed With the screen name that you were New. I would hate to see a novice treat anything with wheels as a toy but, It happens all to often IMO. 
Just hope for a tail wind to hit 45 