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by: Big Al - Jan 24, 2011 12:31:00 GMT -6
Post by Big Al on Jan 24, 2011 12:31:00 GMT -6
I posted some links to the Tornado and Snow Leopard yesterday, but what I am wondering is the pricing. Let me know when you have prices. I cannot do anything now, but I'm pretty sure I see a Tornado in my future.
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Post by Big Al on Jan 23, 2011 15:46:59 GMT -6
Wow, the new Ice Bear Snow Leopard looks more like a motorcycle than a scooter ... check it out here.Kind of like a poor man's Harley ...  |
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Post by Big Al on Jan 23, 2011 12:23:56 GMT -6
I bought a Key Chain Spy Video Camera off eBay for less than 20 dollars and basically just wedged it between my helmet and my head to take point of view videos while out riding. The video quality is not what you would get from pricier video cameras, but it is sufficient for most purposes. My advice to anyone who wants to try this is to visit this web site here and read up on the camera first.[/i] This site has a wealth of information in it, plus lots of good ideas for the camera as well. Here's a short video showing me putting the camera to use. I was riding my Harley when I did this video. |
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Post by Big Al on Jan 23, 2011 12:13:08 GMT -6
Well two months after I buy the Icebear Magnum they come out with an absolutely KILLER 300cc trike. It's called the Tornado and you can check it out here. It has a pull starter, the shifter is on the running board and has a neutral, and there are lots of upgrades over the Magnum. It looks a lot more sporty as well. Here's a pic of it:  I cannot tell you how upset I am I didn't wait to make my purchase now. Don't get me wrong. My wife loves her Magnum, but she would have loved this one a lot more I am sure. Tell me what you think. Has anyone seen these in action yet? |
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Post by Big Al on Jan 20, 2011 16:48:46 GMT -6
I should update this. I still haven't located the source of this sound I've been hearing but I have let that go for now. I was working on a wobble which had gotten so bad that you dare not let go of the handle bars below 20 mph. I suspected it was the right rear tire because on my lift with the tires spinning you could see the tire wobble on the rim. Not the rim mind you, but the tire. I planned on replacing both tires with beefier and better ones but I searched the Internet until my eyes were bleeding and all I found even close were some tire/wheel combos. I did get some good suggestion here on some tires that probably would have worked, but I decided to roll the dice and get a replacement tire from Ice Bear for the time being.
Anyway, I got the tire mounted and balanced today, put it on the trike and took it for a test spin around the neighborhood. No wobble. Best ride this trike has provided yet.
I am still worried about this noise I'm hearing. My wife just got her motorcycle license and I hate to tear into it right away, so I'm going to wait for the 'new' to wear off a little first so the wifey can have a little fun first.
Thanks for all the help and input by the way. It is appreciated.
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Post by Big Al on Jan 9, 2011 10:52:07 GMT -6
I think where she has an advantage is that she has never ridden a motorcycle before. She doesn't have to 're-learn' things like I would have to. She's put about 100 miles on the trike so far and she seems to be better at riding it than I am, which I think is great. We went out riding yesterday and I put together a short video in order to have something decent of the Magnum on YouTube. Seems there hasn't been much posted on it in the past! Here it is if anyone wants to check it out. I'm not much with a camera, but hey, I try!  Thanks, Jim, for the tips on panel removal. I got the noises settled on the front so now it's a pretty quiet ride. What I found the main rattle to be was a stripped out 'speed nut' on one of the two lower screws that hold the "V" cover in place. Plus I used insulation tape on most of the contact points. Laters ... |
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Post by Big Al on Jan 7, 2011 17:35:19 GMT -6
Thanks Jim. Yes, I checked the pads. I haven't given completely up, but so far the sound has not gotten better or worse so I'm not too concerned ... but it does give me pause to wonder. I like to think I am above average with mechanical things, and even on my job as a business machine technician I run across noises that I have to locate and resolve. That is they type of service call I dislike most ... chasing noises.   I got the scoot registered, insured, and the state inspection done. Now I need to work on getting the panels on the front to quieten down some. Pretty satisfied with the scoot overall. I think people who dislike these Ice Bears really have expectations disproportional to what they pay for them. I mean, how can you expect to pay mail order prices and receive a product of showroom quality without putting in the effort that a dealership would ... such as the effort I have heard you do. Anyway, I digress. The scoot is ready for my wife to take the basic rider's safety course on and that's what's important for the time being. |
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Post by Big Al on Jan 2, 2011 0:13:30 GMT -6
Thanks for the quick reply alleyoop, I appreciate that. Perhaps I am on the right track then, so I'll try to figure a way to confirm that's what is happening and not worry too much in the mean time. I just don't want some failure to occur on the road, and if it is just the roller weights then we can live with the noise for the time being.
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Post by Big Al on Jan 1, 2011 23:38:25 GMT -6
I believe Trailblazer has posted about a noise from her IB Magnum when it first begins to accelerate from idle, forward and reverse. Once it gets moving the noise goes away completely. The noise 'sounds' external and like the tinkling sound of perhaps a loose chain.
I have seen some of the responses to her concern, chain guard (which the magnum doesn't have), loose bolts, fender rattling, etc ... I have got to say that I personally have check every external possibility ... every nut and bolt has been checked and tightened, every loose cable has been zip-tied to minimize movement, the chain is tightened to specs and now I am considering internal components.
With the rear wheels off the ground (via ATV jack) and twisting the throttle while the engine is running the sound is the same. For the fist instant of acceleration the noise, then as speed picks up noise goes away. Placing my face close to where the noise seems to be emanating I would say it sounds very close to the variator but even using the screwdriver-as-a-stethoscope method I still was unable to absolutely pin point it ...
It would make sense to me that it could be the roller weights engaging but what I cannot understand about that theory is WHY would they make noise. Does anyone have any ideas about that? Am I on the right track? Any advise would be appreciated.
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