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Post by ridecheap on Apr 13, 2013 19:10:26 GMT -5
Basically all motorcycles are 2 piston - Bigger Pistons then scooters so this means more gas being burned up and less gas millage. Most Scooters have one piston 50cc to 257cc - This range is perfect for high mpg from 60 and up to  . Most one piston engines take a quart or less then a quart of oil every 1,000 miles. The gear oil is even less. Scooters are automatic and less wear on the gears unlike a manual motorcycle. Scooters are perfect for the city and suburbs if I was going long distance I would just take my car. If I wanted to do a long distance on my scooter I could. Add the pros (scooters) vs cons (motorcycles) below if you want. |
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Post by DaveC on Apr 13, 2013 19:15:59 GMT -5
True, but, there is nothing like a cross country ride on a cruizer/tourer.
Just curious if u ever had/rode major distances on a cruizer?
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Post by ridecheap on Apr 13, 2013 19:22:42 GMT -5
True, but, there is nothing like a cross country ride on a cruizer/tourer. Just curious if u ever had/rode major distances on a cruizer? No I have not yet Dave. I have rode a Kawasaki ninja long distance 1,000 miles and it sucks in crotch rocket angle. |
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Post by DaveC on Apr 13, 2013 19:39:38 GMT -5
True, but, there is nothing like a cross country ride on a cruizer/tourer. Just curious if u ever had/rode major distances on a cruizer? No I have not yet Dave. I have rode a Kawasaki ninja long distance 1,000 miles and it sucks in crotch rocket angle. I totally agree. That's the wrong bike to ride for more than 100 miles But, riding a larger bike, down the open hiway/back roads, is uncomparabke to riding a scoot around town Apples to oranges The cost, mpg, yes, scooter is cheaper But riding a Goldwing around the Grand Canyon, or up hiway 1 to san francisco or thru Navaho territory, or the Blue ridge parkway, or Sturgis, or the Rockies, or the Ozarks. Done em all. Never coulda done em on a scoot |
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Post by prodigit on Apr 13, 2013 19:50:33 GMT -5
Some of what you say is not true:
The Suzuki S40 : 1 piston 650cc
Kawasaki Eliminator: 125cc 1 piston
Suzuki TU250x: 1 cylinder 250cc
Scooter:
Suzuki Burgman 650: 2 cylinder, 650cc
Honda Silverwing: 600cc (580cc) twin cylinder
I'm sure there are plenty of other examples that won't fit in the category..
Motorcycle: = gas tank and engine in between the legs.
Scooter: = flat floorboard, most part of the motor = under seat (most of the time).
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Post by DaveC on Apr 13, 2013 19:56:05 GMT -5
Some of what you say is not true: The Suzuki S40 : 1 piston 650cc Kawasaki Eliminator: 125cc 1 piston Suzuki TU250x: 1 cylinder 250cc Scooter: Suzuki Burgman 650: 2 cylinder, 650cc Honda Silverwing: 600cc (580cc) twin cylinder I'm sure there are plenty of other examples that won't fit in the category.. Motorcycle: = gas tank and engine in between the legs. Scooter: = flat floorboard, most part of the motor = under seat (most of the time). I think ridecheap was looking more for a reason to ride a scoot vs a bike. A comparison of the two with pro scoot and con bike. Ya can't make that comparison without having owned/ridden both for a substancial time |
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Post by prodigit on Apr 13, 2013 19:56:23 GMT -5
Scooters are generally smaller, and more nimble.
Gas mileage is generally better, although the Suzuki TU250x is rated at 80MPG, and some users have recorded a 100+MPG.
Storage space is generally better (unless you equip the motorcycle with saddlebags).
Motorcycles can be a lot more fun, when their engines are small, and they have manual gears; so you can get the most out of the engine.
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Post by DaveC on Apr 13, 2013 20:00:41 GMT -5
The physical differences are obvious.
The thrill of the ride between a scoot and a bike can only be explained by riding both
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Post by reynoldston on Apr 13, 2013 20:54:01 GMT -5
The last thing I think about is saving money scooter or motorcycle. It would be cheaper for me to not to own them and just run my car. I have both scooter and motorcycle along with off road bikes. I own and run them purely for pleasure, nothing else. I sure can't compare which one I like the best because they each have there own place. Scooter around the neighbor hood and town, motorcycle the open roads and expressways, and off road is just that mud and rocks. The only problim I have anymore is my age is starting to work agance me. Its to get old but I hope to keep my bikes a few more years.
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Post by skuttadawg on Apr 13, 2013 20:58:28 GMT -5
A MC can have 1 to 8 cylinders with most having a manual wet clutch where a scooter has a CVT where some have a 4 speed twist grip and scooters can be up to 850cc
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Post by prodigit on Apr 13, 2013 21:15:05 GMT -5
A scooter actually saves you money!
for $1000 you have a nice scoot, where with if you're lucky you can do 10k miles with.
That's $10k for 100k miles.
No car you can get for $10k!
And that not even mentioning insurance, maintenance fees (on cars is gigantic), and fuel.
I have a car, a motorcycle, 2 scoots, and owned 2 mopeds, 1 big scooter (260cc), and now am building a motorized bicycle.
Too much to worry about...
If it where upto me, I'd say everyone that loves riding should at least have a small scoot (50 to 150cc) , a motorcycle (250cc to 900cc), and a car.
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Post by superscootsuperman on Apr 13, 2013 22:00:07 GMT -5
Pros and cons for both depending on what you're doing with them and how you ride. I prefer small scooters to most anything on the streets when appropriate. Just easy to ride, fit anywhere, nimble and fun.
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Post by DaveC on Apr 13, 2013 22:01:38 GMT -5
Ask the same question on a bike forum and see what u get.
too many biases
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Post by domindart on Apr 13, 2013 22:46:01 GMT -5
I think scooters are definitely more comfortable and easier to ride. But a motorcycle is going to have more power and top speed for highway riding or/and wheelies ;D
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Post by nulldevice on Apr 13, 2013 23:47:59 GMT -5
I would like to respond, but your numbers confuse me and I can't make heads or tails out of what you are saying. Take a deep breath, think about what you want to say, and try again. Keep in mind vehicle costs are usually stated in cents or dollars per mile. A scooter actually saves you money! for $1000 you have a nice scoot, where with if you're lucky you can do 10k miles with. That's $10k for 100k miles. No car you can get for $10k! And that not even mentioning insurance, maintenance fees (on cars is gigantic), and fuel. I have a car, a motorcycle, 2 scoots, and owned 2 mopeds, 1 big scooter (260cc), and now am building a motorized bicycle. Too much to worry about... If it where upto me, I'd say everyone that loves riding should at least have a small scoot (50 to 150cc) , a motorcycle (250cc to 900cc), and a car. |
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