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Post by artman26 on Dec 13, 2015 12:21:18 GMT -5
Thanks for the advice. I'm keeping the battery charged up in my basement. No, I haven't even taken the CVT cover off. I noticed the last time I started it that I could smell burning rubber. Is it possible that the belt went bad just from sitting for 5 months?
Also, I've only had it up to 20 miles per hour. It kinda scares me a little bit. I'm 64 and haven't ridden a motorcycle since I had a Honda 350 in 1977. I just need to ride and get used to it I guess.
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Post by artman26 on Dec 11, 2015 19:16:07 GMT -5
Manistee, MI. Haven't done any real riding yet but plan on it in the Spring. I've got a Tao Tao Roman 150cc.
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Post by artman26 on Dec 11, 2015 14:27:27 GMT -5
I've only put 7 miles on this Tao Tao Roman 150cc since I bought it new. It still has the original MFQ-7 battery, which I've removed and am keeping charged until Spring. Are these Chinese batteries crap? Should I replace it and with what?
While I'm asking for advice, should I also replace the belt with a Gates belt or wait until this one shreds?
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Post by artman26 on Nov 27, 2015 18:16:20 GMT -5
I've already got a Tao Tao Roman 150cc. I mainly got it for my wife to ride. However, she's afraid of it due to it's engine and physical size. The other problem is that we live in Michigan, the state with pretty much the highest insurance for vehicles. A 50cc here just requires a $15 3 year sticker. No insurance.
Any good suggestions?
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Post by artman26 on Nov 13, 2015 20:49:15 GMT -5
Thanks for the great advice!
What I have is a TaoTao Roman. It's so encased in plastics I'm wondering how much I have to do to get a spot where I can drain the tank. Anyone else have one of these?
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Post by artman26 on Nov 13, 2015 17:02:34 GMT -5
Besides putting Sta-Bil in the tank and running the engine for a bit, what else should I do? Do I need to remove the battery and put a trickle charger on it in the house where it's warm? Would it be ok to just start it up and let it run for a while once a week?
The scooter is a TaoTao 150 air cooled.
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Post by artman26 on May 18, 2015 18:11:22 GMT -5
I recently purchased a Tao Tao 150cc Roman from Killermotorsports.com. Price was $929, delivery included. It took around 2 weeks to arrive here and, even though the outer cardboard of the crate had 2 holes in it, the scooter wasn't damaged. I'm still waiting for the paper that shows the country of origin though. Can't get it on the road without it. That's a little bit annoying. I've been riding it off the streets to get used to it. Very quick and agile! The style of it certainly turns heads. Classic Italian-looking, even though it's a Chinese scooter. I'm quite pleased with it so far. My experience with the dealer has also been a positive one.
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Post by artman26 on May 18, 2015 17:58:09 GMT -5
Well! I did it. I bought a Tao Tao 150cc Roman from Killermotorsports. It was $929 delivered. I inspected it upon arrival and 2 holes we're punched through the cardboard crating. No damage inside though. The battery was filled and fully charged and the tires have sturdy looking stems. I changed the oil but still need to put the iridium spark plug in as an upgrade. Haven't changed the gear box lube yet. Can't seem to find the drain and fill plugs. Also, it looks as though I'll have to remove the outer plastics to get to the spark plug. I've been riding it for practice in the church parking lot across the street. Still waiting for the paper showing the country of origin so that I can get a title for it, then insurance, then a plate, then take the riding and written test to get my motorcycle endorsement. I had no idea it would be this involved! It is, indeed, a thrill and hoot to ride though. No regrets on my part. The price was right too.
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Post by artman26 on Apr 20, 2015 18:25:32 GMT -5
I live in Manistee, MI. Kind of in between Ludington and Traverse City. As to the potential riding....mainly around town (25-30 mph) and out to the Lake Michigan beaches. At 64 years old I'm not looking for anything too fast!
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Post by artman26 on Apr 20, 2015 17:13:37 GMT -5
Hi All,
Haven't bought one yet but am considering a Taotao CY150E 150cc from Family GoKarts. What motor is in that? Any thoughts that you might have on it? I like the retro look of it. I considered a 50cc but that seems too under powered to me.
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