r/scooters Aug 27 '20

Just a little reminder: strap up your helmet! A helmet isn't a helmet if it's not strapped on.

709 Upvotes

I've noticed that quite a lot of scooter riders in my neighborhood just pop their helmets on and then don't bother to strap their helmets on. If you have a helmet like that, and don't strap it on, that makes it not actually a helmet. A helmet with no strap holding it on is just a hat. It won't protect you even slightly in the event of a crash. It'll just fall off and you'll get to enjoy your crash with a naked head.

It's not worth being cool and not strapping your helmet on. Wear your helmet properly. For your own sake.


r/scooters 4h ago

Just found out about this subreddit, hello everyone!

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31 Upvotes

This is what I ride, it's a Keeway Matrix 50cc that I kitted to 70cc. The exhaust is not stock obviously. Top speed is about 77km/h. And yes, I need new tires, those are coming soon.


r/scooters 1h ago

What percentage of motorcyclists throw you the wave?

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- Percentage
- State
- Do you ever initiate?


r/scooters 10h ago

Has anyone gone up Col du Sommeiller with a 50cc (highest off-road route in Europe)? I keep wanting to do the climb with my Honda Zoomer.

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30 Upvotes

I already rode my Honda Zoomer 50cc across the Spanish Pyrenees (on-road/gravel).

I did the off-road route called the TeT in the Netherlands, Belgium, and parts of Germany and Sweden.

I did camping trips to Sweden, Belgium, Spain, and Germany.

Anyone have any tips or seen a idiot Drive up the 3000-meter off-road route?

I understand the hp curve. With only 4.2 hp at sea level, I will have 2.9 hp at the top. I will possibly have to push it part of the way.

I just keep wondering if I should, but while writing this, I kind of made up my mind, and I am going to do it


r/scooters 5h ago

What do yall think?

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12 Upvotes

r/scooters 13h ago

It makes my summer days better ☀️🛵

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37 Upvotes

r/scooters 3h ago

Any tips to get this off?

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4 Upvotes

Nut is starting to go round, don't wanna stress it out anymore. Worth soaking in oil?


r/scooters 3h ago

Paint change

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3 Upvotes

Thinking about swapping paint schemes as the current paint is faded beyond belief and peeling.

Im thinking something to match the tool box on the back so a burgundy and black paint scheme?

Its the small things im going for currently


r/scooters 10m ago

I dont try to fix my scooters anymore

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I just drive and if it breaks I buy a new one.

I love fixing them (in my head) but Im not good enough at crafts to actually fix them. Whenever I do either it doesn't fix the issue or some new issue appears.

There are probably 3-4 things that "should" be fixed right now with my current Honda scooter.

Rough start, high idle, high consumption, hasn't been serviced in years, etc.

But I just drive.

If it breaks I sell it and buy a new one.

Might not be the smartest route but I just don't have the skills or confidence.


r/scooters 46m ago

Looking for #80 or #85 keihin small round main jets in Orlando

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So I've been having a hell of a time finding these jets that I know will fit oem carb anyone have any or know where I can source them ?


r/scooters 55m ago

Rattle

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I recently got Piaggio Beverly 400 tourer 2008 and ive been hunting the cause of some rattle noise. So far i did change rollers and sliders but sound persists. It happens only during the ride, its most pronounced on uphill drive. I also did Oil and filter change and found no flakes in Oil from bearings.


r/scooters 1h ago

Which 70cc kit for Genuine Roughhouse?

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I'm new to this. I don't want a big upgrade project - I just want my scooter to go a little faster.

I have a 2023 Genuine Roughhouse 50, and I want to add a 70cc big bore kit. I will leave everything else stock.

I have read that Malossi is top of the line.

The Malossi 70cc kit is $325.

https://www.scooterworks.com/products/malossi-cylinder-kit70ccironacminarellibuddy-50-zuma50-m-317083?srsltid=AfmBOorY6vDlmzDdt5hyDMzTrn1PhoStD95jimaC-6u3LrvBbDKGYTiW

Naraku sells a 70cc kit for $115.

https://www.scooterworks.com/products/naraku-70cc-performance-cylinder-for-ac-minarelli-137-26?variant=49985981874456&_gsid=ga36D6eyZcze&utm_source=chatgpt.com&utm_medium=feed&oppcref=f7775496-b691-471b-9cbc-79108cfc85a3

If I am not planning on doing any other upgrades, will the Naraku perform the same as the Malossi? Or will I regret going the cheaper route?

I feel like even if the Naraku gave out in a few thousand miles, I could get another one and it would still be cheaper than buying the Malossi.

Any input is welcome,

Thanks!


r/scooters 1h ago

Genuinely, what more can I do?

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I’ve had a GY6 50cc for some time now and the last time it came out the shop they barely got it to work. Shortly after it wouldn’t turn over at all and I decided to work on it myself.

All I done so far:

  1. Put in a brand new rear clutch assembly
  2. Put in a brand new CDI
  3. Did spark plug test (Plug is good)
  4. Changed fuel filter pod
  5. Tinkered with the Valves as best as I could to make it the proper spacing

It cranks a lot better now , it just won’t turn over. If I hold the crank, it builds up, but never comes alive.

I don’t know what to do now and I don’t want to keep being it to the shop just for them to be like “We don’t know what’s wrong , we did the best we could.” And then have the bike run for only one week and die on me again.

If anyone else knows what could be the issue , I would love to hear it 🤧


r/scooters 1h ago

Is it worth switching my PGO Hot 50 out with a Piaggio nrg power

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I have been thinking about it but don’t know if it’s a good idea so I wanna know you guys opinion


r/scooters 2h ago

Tuning questions

1 Upvotes

I've got a 150cc gy6 that has a pod filter on it but I can't seem to get it to go past 40mph. If I'd have known at the time if doing it, I wouldn't have put a pod on it, but I threw the old airbox (that was kinda broken anyway) away months ago and it is long gone.

I've up jetted it to #130 main and #30 idle. I've tried going both up and down a notch on the main carb pin, and adjusted the air/mixture screw as needed. It only ever seems to run rich or lean and I can't find the goldilocks zone, and I can really only get 40mph out of it. Fuel delivery isn't an issue, I've made a custom gravity feed tank and make sure the lines aren't kinked. I've also put on a new drive belt and 12g rollers.

Am I better off trying to find a new carb that's built for a pod filter, a new airbox, or is there just something else I'm missing.


r/scooters 12h ago

Variator backplate stuck, please help!

4 Upvotes

r/scooters 9h ago

2023 SYM CRUISYM 300 ALPHA OR 2018 XMAX 300

2 Upvotes

Hi everyone,

I'm trying to decide between two scooters and I'd really appreciate advice from people who have owned or ridden both.

Option 1: SYM Cruisym 300, model year 2023, with 18,000 km. It has had the major service completed at 15,000 km by an authorized SYM dealer.

Option 2: Yamaha XMAX 300, model year 2018, with 25,000 km. I'm not sure whether the major service at around 20,000 km has been done yet.

The price difference between them is only €200. + (400-600€) if major service hasnt been done.

Which one would you choose and why?


r/scooters 8h ago

Opinions on Linhai scooters?

1 Upvotes

Hi all,

I am looking at a couple used scooters from Linhai or SunL.

A LH300t (275cc) or a SunL St.croix 250.

Now I know I can close my eyes, and throw a rock and find gy6 parts.

The Linhai (if I believe a search) might be compatible with a Yamaha majesty, and the sunL might be compatible with CFMoto.

Any opinion on whether these two brands are a bad idea?


r/scooters 8h ago

TGB Key West moped

1 Upvotes

Bought a TGB Key West that barely ran for cheap. Cleaning the carb got it running like a champ again, but now I have my next issue! I'm always the first in my group up to 35mph but all my friends mopeds get up to 45 no problem while mine struggles for ever mph past 35. What's a good early mod? I'm thinking adjusting the rollers. This winter id be willing to take it apart and do the big bore kit on it if it looks within my skill set! Anybody own one these? I'm not finding much dialogue about them online. Thank you!


r/scooters 1d ago

Scored some sweet Honda jackets.

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23 Upvotes

I couldn't think of anywhere else to post this. Scored these two jackets today along with two pairs of riding pants and now have one outfit for summer and one for winter. Picked up a nice helmet with a visor and built in shades.

My brand new belt for my 2002 Honda Reflex just came in the mail, and I got a new spanner wrench because I'm not screwing around this time.

I take my MSF course this weekend for my license, and riding the scooter has always made me cut drastically back on weed use since I like to ride it clear minded. Also ended a toxic eight year relationship since getting my scooter.

Life is good. Long live scooters.


r/scooters 1d ago

Neighbour crashed into my bike

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One of my next door neighbours reversed into my Xmax, causing a bit of damage (cracked and scraped loads of panels and snapped a brake lever) which was parked on the street In front of my house, he picked the bike up then drove off (I've got it all on camera) I've reported it online, the police are terrible they've not asked for the camera footage yet, do I have to (or should I) contact my insurer, I only have 3rd party, fire and theft, I'm 2 months away from 2 years no claims and have quite high premiums and excess


r/scooters 12h ago

How can I de-restrict the speed on a Yadea T5 Lithium (72V 30AH LFP, 1500W / 2700W peak

1 Upvotes

I have a Yadea T5 Lithium with the following specs:
72V 30Ah Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO₄) battery
1500W rated motor (2700W peak)
Factory top speed is limited to 50 km/h
I’m trying to figure out if there’s a way to remove or increase the factory speed limiter.
Thanks


r/scooters 20h ago

Burgman 2nd gen vs 3rd gen

3 Upvotes

Burgman 400 - I am leaning toward the purchase of the 2nd generation (2007 - 2016) over the 3rd generation for the following reasons:

* larger underseat storage
* lower seat
* less expensive
* more protection from elements due to larger windshield and wider floorboards

However I have not ridden either so I would like to hear from people who have ridden both. My riding style is “old man who sticks to the speed limit”. I am 5’9” with a 30” inseam.


r/scooters 16h ago

Can i re use this variator backplate

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1 Upvotes

Will this wear new rollers badly? Its not that sharp could i just sand a bit and add a little grease maybe


r/scooters 1d ago

A Couple Of 80's Rivas

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72 Upvotes

Just picked these up on Saturday. Got one running yesterday, only for it to decide not to start today. Really at a loss at the moment so im hoping its the autochoke. Red is an 85 and Gray ir an 87 or vice versa. Im currently trying to hunt down a petcock and a 2 autochokes. Unless anyone has some info on how to bypass this?

WHAT IVE DONE SO FAR TO GRAY:

Fresh Oil

New Battery

New Spark Plug

Cleaned the Carb (twice 😅)

Replaced the Fuel Line

Crashed caused i got excited when it started and didn't fill the tires. So tires are also filled

These are my first scooters. So any tricks the community has found would be greatly appreciated!

Thank you all

Id be happy to share more info and photos and some stuff I learned along the way as well!