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Post by ruralrider on Nov 10, 2016 14:11:24 GMT -5
I want to buy an older bike of the moped type. That is, small engine, large wheels, pedals, two person seat. What makes would you recommend in the <$500 range? this is to carry in back of a camper into rural territory. High clearance also important.
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Post by tortoise on Nov 10, 2016 14:40:57 GMT -5
Consider some clone variation of this style . . although your <$500 budget and 2-rider stipulation is probably unrealistic. One variation completed a cross-country. |
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Post by cyborg on Nov 10, 2016 22:04:27 GMT -5
You should be able to pick up a moped for $500,, most have no miles but will need a battery and tires and a good going thru,,,, some good brands to look for,, puch,,, Vespa ,, the grand series are real nice ,,, moto becane,, Peugeot ,, and modern ones a little bit more money gets you a new one,, Tomos,, modern and fast,, 100mpg lite,,, I see sales on these in the $600 range,,, this would be my choice,, cause you can get parts,,, some others difficult to get parts
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Post by rockynv on Nov 11, 2016 0:18:20 GMT -5
Parts would be a big consideration on this one. Tomos since they are still being manufactured by the same factory in Europe and still for sale new probably has the largest stock of parts across the US. Personally I like the Motobecane Mobyette as I had one back in the 1970's which I purchased new and it was very good even with two adults on it going up hill due to its variator design however parts would be more difficult to get for that limited production French model.
Why does it have to be a 49cc pedal moped? A 150 to 200cc scooter with large wheels or a small motorcycle would also be available in your price range and light enough to carry on the back of a camper. I rack mount an Aprilia Sport City 250 on the back of mine which gives me better service especially when you have to travel longer distances to get to stores and supplies.
A DOT approved 150 and above would be plated and insured so you would not have concerns about different pedal moped regs across the country since your registration makes you street legal in all states.
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Post by cyborg on Nov 11, 2016 13:35:51 GMT -5
No license required
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Post by thxcuz on Nov 11, 2016 15:56:35 GMT -5
Get a puch maxi.
They are everywhere, tons of parts for them and the are easy to fix and upggrade.
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Post by floridagull on Nov 11, 2016 18:18:58 GMT -5
Depends on the state - mopeds (gas) require a driver's license here in FL...  |
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Post by rockynv on Nov 14, 2016 12:57:46 GMT -5
Depends on the state - mopeds (gas) require a driver's license here in FL... . And a number of other States while they allow unlicensed riders there has to be an adult with a drivers license present within so many feet of the unlicensed rider even on a moped. |
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Post by ruralrider on Nov 14, 2016 13:06:17 GMT -5
thanks for all these great hints. I'll follow up. Thanks It Is The Ride for a great resource.
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Post by floridagull on Nov 14, 2016 13:11:50 GMT -5
What state are you in?
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Post by rockynv on Nov 15, 2016 0:58:22 GMT -5
thanks for all these great hints. I'll follow up. Thanks It Is The Ride for a great resource. Will the bike be for your own use with a potential passenger or to be shared with children and other adults? Myself I have a motorcycle license so I just put a $89 motorcycle hitch rack from Harbor Freight on the back on my Motor Home and carry a 150cc or larger scooter with me. The best 49cc moped is only going to be marginal with two passengers unless one is a small adult and the other a child especially on a country back road. Even 150cc or 250cc scooters you have to watch out for as many do not have even a 300 lb load capacity which can bottom out badly on a camp road when there are 2 adults on it. Do the weight issues on rough roads I tend to lean toward used Aprilia scooters as their 125cc and larger models all have a 460 lb capacity and 15 to 16 inch wheels. A small 150 to 250cc CVT drive adventure bike may be a good choice to if you need to do much off road riding. |
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Post by grubby on Nov 28, 2016 20:04:18 GMT -5
I had a puch maxi and it was a very good moped. wish I still had it.
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