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Post by scootnwinn on Apr 28, 2013 20:42:28 GMT -5
[replyingto=scootnwinn]scootnwinn[/replyingto]Got the bike pics soon
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Post by scootnwinn on Apr 29, 2013 0:10:18 GMT -5
Ok well it runs good but the PO was running with out an air filter and other carb bits so it will be parked till parts arrive bummer but I'm still really happy I need to sort out the rear blinkers too and I am going to add a halogen light I have time and I want it perfect... Pictures soon I promise
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Post by domindart on Apr 29, 2013 0:33:39 GMT -5
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Post by hank on Apr 29, 2013 10:48:42 GMT -5
Hi Rob
Outstanding
Congratulations cant wait to see her
May she bring you much joy in the years to come
Take care and ride safely dear friend
Yours Hank
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Post by scootnwinn on Apr 29, 2013 10:53:43 GMT -5
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Post by dragonsparks on May 2, 2013 21:57:07 GMT -5
Very nice looking vespa scoot. Well need new Pic's when you get all shiny.  |
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Post by scootnwinn on May 2, 2013 22:43:18 GMT -5
She definitely needs some shining doesn't she. I got all the parts for the carb today in and on so tomorrow or Sunday wash and waxing will be happening for sure
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Post by scootnwinn on May 4, 2013 19:09:43 GMT -5
Finally went for a real ride today put around 60 miles on it today. It is awesome. I was a bit concerned that it would not be enough bike. I mean I did all the research and new what was theoretically possible but you worry about the real world performance. I have no idea how fast it was actually going, I need to set up a GPS run, but it kept up with traffic easily in a 60 mph zone into the wind. I think the Speedo is about 10 mph slow which means I topped out around 70ish. This bike is so amazingly responsive and the little 10's seem quite stable at higher speeds. I was staring at her all week thinking that maybe I got a bike too small. I am glad I did it thought I love this thing I stopped twice to let her rest a bit and she started before the kick start hit the bottom of the the stroke. Pretty interesting how quickly you can get back into the habit of shifting. At some point the "you are riding a motorcycle" switch flipped and shifting came naturally after that I only missed one shift from 2 to 3 Anyway she runs well and will work fine for my commute... I guess that rambles a bit sorry I am not revising it suits the mood
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Post by scootnwinn on May 4, 2013 19:16:27 GMT -5
I forgot to mention the sweet smell of 2 stroke fuel/oil the whole way...
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Post by scootnwinn on May 21, 2013 22:14:34 GMT -5
Finally actually checked the speed with GPS. Was able to maintain a solid 60 mph all the way home up slight long hills into a 20-30mph wind. Topped out at 69 down a long downish stretch and still had 1/4 throttle.
My new workshop/garage space smells like a 2 stroke now, life is good!
oh and I am finally done with the break-in miles this little bike is fun to ride hard. It is very nimble in traffic and rock solid at 70 mph as long as you remember to be very still as you scream down the road in your full racing tuck... Absolutely awesome. I have it tuned and it will start first or second kick everytime. I do not miss the Burgman at all.
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Post by domindart on May 22, 2013 0:24:19 GMT -5
Glad you like it.
That vespa has a clutch? didn't know that, is it all vespa's??
Your bike is fast for a 150, mine tops at 57 maybe 58
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Post by domindart on May 22, 2013 0:27:16 GMT -5
Oh, its a 200 .okay
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Post by hank on May 22, 2013 0:31:03 GMT -5
Glad you like it. That vespa has a clutch? didn't know that, is it all vespa's?? Your bike is fast for a 150, mine tops at 57 maybe 58 Hi Older Vespa's used a manual transmission All of the new ones are CVT And his is very fast because she is a 2 t 200 cc engine which equates to a 4 t engine of around 250 to 300 ccs Take care and ride safely dear friend Yours Hank |
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