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Post by mohpossum on Jan 30, 2015 12:31:37 GMT -5
She doesn't worry that much about the savings, it would return better economy than my motorcycles have. She has a stigma about riding on a scooter. And, unfortunately, a 25 mile ride on an Xciting 500 she described as the worst ride she's been on yet, I suspect mostly due to the smaller diameter wheels/tires.
The only large-wheeled scooter near me, in a displacement I would consider, is a BV200, but slightly out of my price range, or I would jump at it. I offered them $1200 for it the other day. They didn't laugh, but didn't say "Yes" either. I think they may have allowed more on trade than they should have. Been there 3 years, but they aren't quite ready to let it go my kind of cheap.
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Post by mohpossum on Jan 30, 2015 12:05:16 GMT -5
Thanks jerseyboy!
Hopefully, a belt will outlast at least one set of tires, but worth keeping in mind.
I did test ride it the other night, and was impressed with most of it. 12" wheels are certainly more responsive than16-18". The front brake was a bit soft, seemed like the rear had more bite, and I finally found a gravel parking lot and applied the rear until it broke lose, to verify that it wasn't linked with the front. I suspect bleeding the front would help, and maybe switching out the factory pads for some EBC's or similar would be the boost I needed.
Acceleration was good, went up to an indicated 65mph, and held a solid 60 on a few good inclines. A taller windshield would be a must, for me anyway, for anything over 40. Very good storage, though would likely want a top case at some point. The passenger backrest is from a Majesty 400 I assume, and an exact fit.
People have always been surprised at just what things I carry, "just in case". I would probably increase my fuel economy with some weight reduction, but it has paid off well on several occasions.
Now, to convince myself, and my wife, that it's the the Deal, before it disappears.
If the other rider ain't wavin, it ain't me ridin.
moh'
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Post by mohpossum on Jan 28, 2015 12:17:28 GMT -5
Hello, I am looking at buying a 2006 Linhai SS300, at a very reasonable price. I have read many reviews, and am impressed. I had to sell a motorcycle to generate some quick cash, and am considering this scooter as a replacement. Any input as to how well the Linhai will hold up to around 80 miles per day commuting? I have roughly 35 miles of two-lane, rural highway, and about 3-5 miles of city traffic to contend with. Maximum (posted) speeds of 60MPH, though you are likely to have quite the following if you operate at that speed. I ride nearly year round, providing there is no snow or ice covering the pavement, and have ridden when temps were as low as 6F. So it might be pushing the limit of the Linhai, though I am not a afraid of maintenance requirements. This machine has the stock, short windshield. Does wnyone have experience with the Gustafsson aftermarket winshields on the Linhai 300? I am 6'-1" tall, and don't like looking through my windshields. Is the Gustafsson wider than stock? Any experience with Laminar Lip products on the factory windshield? I am gueesing it might require one of their "universal" models, but one or two specific model specific lips look like they might adapt well. Tires: I know tire threads are as enjoyable as oil. When you ride about 30,000 miles per year, you get to know tires well. What are the personal experiences? Long-life, major brands, such as Michelin, or Pirelli? Does Shinko make a tire that gives good mileage expectations? Kenda? On "average", should I be expecting at least a rear tire change every 5k, or maybe 8k, or is there a miracle-miler, 12'' diameter tire that might return 10k even? I do my own changes, but buy locally when possible, and my parts guys will match 'net prices. Top Cases/Racks: Anyone mount one of these: www.scootertronics.com/linhai300.html ? I would probably have to do a rack first, then a box later, as funds become available. This Linhai currently has a Yamaha passenger backrest. I am aksing the supplier if their rack will mount without interference, but if anyone here knows or has another option, please chime in. Thanks for reading this far! And for any advice, or tips! oh' |
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