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Post by andrew on Apr 7, 2014 20:54:54 GMT -5
Okay. So after getting my 50 cc Shanghai Shenke stolen right out from underneath my Carport last summer (along with my 8 year olds bike) I am finally getting my new scooter. My son got a replacement bike that night, I had to wait until it was my birthday and the wife "gave me permission" as my birthday present. :-). So I was so excited to get one I just ran out and purchased the first deal I could find. BIG mistake. I ended up buying a Tao Tao Cy50-T3 and hated it almost immediately after I got home. Cant say anything bad about the bike, just wasnt for me. So I sold it on Craigslist and got $50 more than what I paid for it new 3 days prior. :-). I have now taken my time, explored different brands and I have landed on the Motorino Supremo by Znen. 150cc. I was going to buy a 50 with a BBK but why? Might as well pay $100 more and get the 150 right? Anyway it is 7-10 days out before it gets here from the local dealer (he didn't have my desired color in stock). I need re assurance that this is an awesome bike. It is not a popular model. I can't seem to find any REAL reviews on the bike online. Does anyone have any experience with Motorino, Znen or the Supremo?
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Post by alleyoop on Apr 7, 2014 21:15:06 GMT -5
Well they are made in china and Znen are supposed to be better quality than the Tao Taos. Most reviews you will find are for the 50cc model . Alleyoop
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Post by rockinez on Apr 7, 2014 22:29:21 GMT -5
Please keep us posted on your experience. I have read a lot about Znen scoots on several forums, but have not actually seen one in San Diego. (CA has some tough emissions laws, and only a few brands get through the tests). I would like to know more about Znen, and your experience from arrival to first ride if you don't mind posting them.
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Post by skuttadawg on Apr 7, 2014 23:20:01 GMT -5
I had a TaoTao ATMa and it was a after being used to Honda and Europeans . I love my Sheinke aka Jonway model Magnum . I have not owned or ridden a Znen but I heard they are in the middle quality , better than cheaper other China scoots but not as good as Japanese or Italian .
I hope you get some disc locks , heavy cable or vynil wrapped chain to lock it up . I had full coverage on my Echarm when it was new as it had a MSRP of 2,600 . Thrives tend to steal scoots with a moped tag since often they are not registered unlike the 150s which are required to be registered and insured . Some home owner and some rental insurance may cover a theft from your home . I use two disc locks ( a lock that goes through the cooling holes on the brake rotor to prevent the wheel from turning ) , a very thick cable from CycleGear to wrap through both scoots around a support beam , heavy shorter cables with a round key instead of blade type for travel and I use Master Lock ubolt locks through the wheels . The ML ubolts are way larger than the standard shackle on a pad lock and it is forged steel . I use to ride Canondale mountain bikes which cost 500 and up so I first used a ML ubolt on them . I bought two , one to use the other to test . I broke the jaws on bolt cutters when I tried to cut the shackle , it took forever to cut with a hacksaw , and it warped and ground off teeth on a Sawzall ( reciprocating blade type of saw ) . They also use a round key . NEVER get a combination lock as I can unlock everyone I tried by just twisting a pulling on it until it opened .
Yes it is a lil of a hassle to use many locks but it is better to keep my scooter as many are stolen where I live . I like to park near a buggy return bin at stores since often there is nothing to cable or chain up to . I have used a buddies scooter to secure mine with since no way could two people lift them both up and load onto a truck or van . Power tools make a lot of noise but not as much as my skattergun
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Post by rockinez on Apr 7, 2014 23:34:17 GMT -5
I worked in a large R&D lab with several buildings. Lots of motorcycles, bicycles, and scooters parked in large lots in an industrial campus. We lost 3 or 4 a month. Several of us engineers started locking our scoots to each other. We generally had 2 or 3 machines locked to each other. None of our scoots were taken. One within 10 feet was stolen, but your idea of locking them together works, as long as you are on the same schedule as your co-workers. :-)
This was actually nothing compared to the pick-up truck loss. That place was, and is loosing several newer pick-ups per month. We are 30 miles from the Mexican border.......
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Post by andrew on Apr 8, 2014 8:10:53 GMT -5
Absolutely I will. The nice thing is I am purchasing it from a local dealer here in Michigan. What really turned me on the Znen is the fact they provide a One Year 3,000 miles bumper to bumper parts and labor warranty on the bike. That is huge. This dealer also carry's a brands called "Bintelli" which is basically just a re brand of Znen with their own little design twist. Here is a pic of the scooter I ordered. I am stoked. I think it is VERY sharp looking. What do you think? I love the fact that the 150cc version is the same exact bike as the 50cc just a larger motor. No increase in the size of the frame at all. The front is "Black Pearl" which changes colors in the sun from black to purple to dark green depending on how it is shining on it. It has Disc Brakes, Chrome Engine cover, Stainless steal floor board plates. Also here is a video of the scooter. Please tell me what you think!
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Post by andrew on Apr 10, 2014 12:31:23 GMT -5
Nobody on here has any thoughts or opinions other than the one guy who commented? That is hard to believe especially since the owner of the company who is the sole distributor of this particular brand is a member on here. Valley Scooters is the company and I have heard nothing but good things about his business and the way they conduct themselves with warranty etc.. Any way, take a look above at the bike. Id love to hear more opinions on it, good or bad lets hear it.
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Post by JerryScript on Apr 10, 2014 13:05:03 GMT -5
Very nice looking scooter! I ride a 50cc Znen Q, and I love it. The build quality is much better than friend's TaoTaos. All seams are tight, the engine and tranny have been flawless before and after the upgrades I've done, and it rides great! I think you will be very happy with your znen.
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Post by andrew on Apr 16, 2014 14:56:15 GMT -5
UPDATE. I got my new 150 cc Motorino Supremo in a couple day ago and I told everyone I would update on its quality. I love it! It rides and handles better than any other scooter I have rode. You can really tell the quality of the products and the build Znen uses compared to other Chinese Brands. I am VERY happy with my decision and relieved that I made the right one! It hasn't gotten very warm yet so I havent had a chance to take it on any long distances (just around the block a few times) so I will update once I am able to do that! A big shout out to Jason at "Grand Rapids Scooter" in Grands Rapids Michigan. Thanks for the sweet scoot and awesome deal bro!
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Post by Bintelli - Justin on Apr 16, 2014 22:33:08 GMT -5
Jason ad Grand Rapids is a class act, he'll keep you happy for years to come. Congrats on your selection!
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Post by andrew on Apr 17, 2014 11:36:29 GMT -5
Are you Justin Jackrel? Founder of Bintelli Scooters? If so I would love to bend your ear on a few things.
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