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Post by lykos23 on May 29, 2013 18:51:13 GMT -5
[replyingto=ronank]Ronan[/replyingto]I'm sure there are some quality look-alike brands out there that are probably a little cheaper, but from my experience the dr. pulleys are totally worth the money. Their shape is patented goodness. Their coated with a sleak and slippery non-stick shell. They're spot on in their weight. And you know that you're going with the best you can probably get. You can try getting yourself a variator weight tuning kit to save you the trouble of buying multiple packs of dr. pulley weights. www.scooterworks.com/prima-roller-weight-tuning-kit--3g-to-14g--16x13-products-1935.php#.UaaURU1jjcc This way you can find your sweetspot and just buy that weight of sliders. Best of luck to ya! Edit: Keeping in mind that the difference between sliders and rollers is roughly one gram. So 6g rollers would equal 7g sliders, etc. |
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Post by lykos23 on May 29, 2013 18:43:39 GMT -5
Dr. Pulley slider weights ftw  My stock weights are 6.5g and with 4g and 9g sliders I achieve a 6.5 weight of sliders (which is equal to 5.5g rollers) and my takeoff, acceleration, and topend are all higher than before. So even though I technically decreased my weight I'm getting better topend and better acceleration just from switching to slider weights. I have no idea about the performance variator, but I hear it allows your belt to climb higher which gives you more topend. We'll wait for an expert to chime in on that subject. |
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Post by lykos23 on May 29, 2013 17:26:10 GMT -5
[replyingto=scooter12]scooter12[/replyingto]Wo Ai Ni Mao Tsetung  |
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Post by lykos23 on May 29, 2013 17:16:12 GMT -5
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Post by lykos23 on May 29, 2013 16:16:57 GMT -5
I really appreciate the input, Matt!
I tinker on my scooter for at least a half hour every single day, swapping weights, checking my belt, checking the oil, tire pressure, etc. so I'm pretty well prepared to perform whatever repair or maintenance it takes to keep my scooter going. I once had to repair my kickstarter on the side of the road because the c-clip had come loose, so roadside tinkering isn't out of the question either (I always travel with a toolbox in my trunk). ;D
I'll probably be buying those bearings you recommend some time as well. I want my scooter to last as long as possible, so I'm willing to buy whatever it takes to keep it on the road, but I'm also desperate for power and a sucker for cheap parts so it's a bit of a balancing act. As far as bearings go it's an excellent idea for me to swap my stock ones, and I'll definitely be doing it some time.
I'll make sure not to run WOT all the time. Right now I have to run WOT ALL the time, so I'm thinking the bbk may actually save my scooter in the extra long run. Kind of like how computer overclocking works.
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Post by lykos23 on May 29, 2013 15:51:45 GMT -5
[replyingto=fugaziiv]fugaziiv[/replyingto]Thanks for the input, Matt. My secret 60 is pretty quick compared to most 50ccs, it just can't handle taking me up hills or maintain speeds over 40. My speedometer says I can reach up to 50mph downhill, and over 40mph on flat terrain, but according to GPS my scooter maxes out at 43mph downhill and about 38mph on flat terrain. I'm a bit overweight at 267lbs, but I'm working on that. I'm sure with losing the weight will come even more power, but until then I need a small increase in power, which is what this 80-something cc kit advertises. As Hank says, as long as I don't abuse the power I should be alright for quite a while. And as Millsc said, if my crankshaft goes then I just need to replace it. Would you recommend any particular safeguarding for failure down the line? This www.amazon.com/AVANTI-50cc-4-stroke-Crankshaft/dp/B0047PYQ0Y/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1369860517&sr=8-3&keywords=139qmb+crankshaft is what I planned on buying probably next year when I need it, unless I save up for an even higher quality one by then. |
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Post by lykos23 on May 29, 2013 14:36:49 GMT -5
[replyingto=ej132]ej132[/replyingto]Well, I plan on getting the cheaper chinese bbk anyway, and while I would love to get tvnacman's bbk, I just can't see myself spending that kind of tall cash when the only difference I can see is that the part has a guarantee on the box because it has been tested.
As it is I have no choice in driving on main roads and driving my scooter everywhere I go. I have no choice but to drive on 45mph roads going barely 35mph. Do you know how scary that is?
I have over $1000 in credit right now, but I only have enough money to pay said credit bills, I feel I may as well use the credit to buy the parts that I need right now while I can, as my financial situation is only going to get worse from here on out. You may not understand, but this is going to be my last chance for a long time to spend this kind of money unless I spend this money.
The most optimistic outcome from this is that I will attain enough speed to travel to McHenry's industrial park and I'll finally be able to get a legitimate job rather than fixing people's computers for spending money. So, in the long run this may actually make me some money.
I'm going to get a bbk, and it's only a matter of time before I do so; I may as well do so soon while I have the opportunity. Even if it is the cheapest one I can find.
I got money set aside to get my L Class license, and yet I can't even get my L class license without being able to attain the speeds just required to reach the DMV! My scooter is impressive for a 49cc, but I need more power and I need it yesterday.
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And my household can't be that desperate for cash, if my mom is smoking $6.99 worth of cigarettes per day ($207 a month) then I can afford to have my little hobby ;D
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Post by lykos23 on May 29, 2013 11:54:43 GMT -5
 $45?!!?!?!
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Post by lykos23 on May 29, 2013 10:38:26 GMT -5
Whenever I'm on a bicycle I always tend to wipe out like that. Whether it's turning on to a sidewalk or hitting something in the road. I've skid in the road on my scooter and fallen over quite a few times too (before I got my pirelli tires that is). Once I tried driving on ice roads and my scooter did a full 360 in the road after I fell off of it. Then a few weeks ago I ran over some grass clippings and my bike slid out from under me. etc. No worries though. You just wipe off the dust and pick yourself back up and get right back to riding Good thing you're okay. |
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Post by lykos23 on May 29, 2013 9:57:10 GMT -5
 So, I have a habit of making a post a few days, or hours before ordering parts. This has helped me in the past in getting you guys' opinions on the things I plan on ordering. I'm hoping I got everything I need this time, but I haven't placed the order yet and I'm just waiting to start next month's credit cycle so I get the full "6 months no interest" thingy. So, once again, I'm limited to Amazon.com and Newegg.com credit because I'm strapped for cash and will only be making enough money this weekend to pay on my credit card bills anyway. I wish I could get a high quality bbk from scrappy's or tvnacman's site, but I'm going to have to resort to the cheapo on Amazon because it's the easiest for me to order right now. I can probably allot $20 (noncredit) or so toward buying piston rings or some other thing if I have to, but I'm hoping I won't need to and that the rings that come with the bbk aren't horrible. This is my cart as it is right now: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0019O6OCO/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A3PZ243HFH7051www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00AYRZJPU/ref=ox_sc_act_title_2?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A3M9NXSSW7AH0Ewww.amazon.com/gp/product/B000HDIP9I/ref=ox_sc_act_title_5?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DERwww.amazon.com/gp/product/B000BYGIR4/ref=ox_sc_act_title_6?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DERwww.amazon.com/gp/product/B00A2OJ5R8/ref=ox_sc_act_title_4?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ABXFT02JRY7Land maaaybe this www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007PC821A/ref=gno_cart_title_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A2VPA2J7YDDYSTIf you don't want to click all the links... I've got some digital calipers (to measure my current bore and measure other stuff), another set of feeler gauges because I lost mine, an iridium spark plug, a performance exhaust, and a 50mm BBK. What more could I possibly need to install the bbk? I have socket sets and lube, and oil and such. Do I need other parts to help my bike perform better? Will my stock carburetor work? I've got a  jet I plan on putting in there when I get the bbk. I've been looking at this Hoca piston: www.amazon.com/Hoca-139QMB-50mm-Piston-Kit/dp/B007PV9LQQ/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1369839146&sr=8-3&keywords=50mm+piston+scooterWould it be worth getting the whole piston if my rings turn out to be gapped too wide? And again, this will be my last order for a long time because of my current financial situation, if there's anything else you think I could possibly use to make my bike perform better please let me know. I'm currently at my $151 budget limit, but I may be able to squeeze in other items or substitute others. Thanks in advance for your input!
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Post by lykos23 on May 29, 2013 9:01:03 GMT -5
click to modify your post, then highlight the link, then there's a "Youtube" logo on the top, click it. Your video should now be embedded.
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Post by lykos23 on May 29, 2013 8:20:25 GMT -5
Cool video! |
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Howdy!!
by: lykos23 - May 29, 2013 8:15:19 GMT -5
Post by lykos23 on May 29, 2013 8:15:19 GMT -5
[replyingto=type79]type79[/replyingto]Regarding the roads; absolutely, I've seen road patches worse than big speed bumps, pot holes bigger than my wheel, and just plain cracks and shotty roads everywhere. One route I take to the store has a sunk in manhole that has almost knocked me off of my bike on more than one occasion. Not to mention the insane bumps where the railroad tracks meet the roads... It doesn't help that McHenry was built on a swamp either. Gotta love Illinois roads.  Despite this, my pirelli's still make it seem like I'm riding on air, when I'm not driving over the bigger bumps, it's an absolute must to upgrade the tires when driving in road conditions like these. Then again, I seldom take the main roads which are admittedly a little, tiny bit, better. Good luck in finding the perfect tire! |
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Howdy!!
by: lykos23 - May 28, 2013 21:01:04 GMT -5
Post by lykos23 on May 28, 2013 21:01:04 GMT -5
I live probably just north of you, an hour from Chicago in McHenry, IL, and soft Pirelli SL26 tires have suited my needs for these Illinois roads. Whatever tire you choose, it is probably the number one upgrade. Driving, to me, now is like driving on air compared to my old tires, and they stick to the road very nicely. Maybe your stock tires are good to begin with though, who knows. May your Roketa serve you for years to come |
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Post by lykos23 on May 28, 2013 20:02:02 GMT -5
Here are some results from my ongoing experiment in a different thread/forum...:
These are my speeds with different terrain and sliding weights comparing gps and my speedometer:
Speedometer speed - GPS Speed
4g:
35mph uphill, 33mph GPS
40mph flat terrain, 36mph GPS
45mph downhill, 39mph GPS
Three 4g and three 9g:
32mph uphill, 28mph GPS
40mph flat terrain, 37mph GPS
50mph downhill, 43mph GPS
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Main Jet
jet I plan on putting in there when I get the bbk.