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Post by DaveC on Nov 11, 2013 22:33:05 GMT -5
USAF 1968-1994 MSgt Ret
Best 25 years of my life
Thanx
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Post by DaveC on Nov 10, 2013 17:06:28 GMT -5
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Post by DaveC on Nov 9, 2013 18:39:40 GMT -5
Wasn't it just a few years ago that Japan took US made products and made em 'better' and cheaper?
What's the difference now?
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Post by DaveC on Nov 8, 2013 18:33:46 GMT -5
".......closely resembles......."
Seems to me that as long as they didn't portray it to be a Vespa, or a Piaggo, and still claimed it to be in it's own right, then W T F?
So, if my girlfriend wears a dress that closely resembles one my wife wears, ........................ok, bad example.
Anyway, it wasn't a Chinese clone with a Vespa nameplate on it, so W T F?
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Post by DaveC on Oct 21, 2013 16:18:36 GMT -5
A rusty one.
Now ya got a name for your scoot
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Post by DaveC on Oct 20, 2013 22:22:54 GMT -5
No title
No way
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Post by DaveC on Oct 17, 2013 16:52:43 GMT -5
Chinese scoots are great for those folks that have mechanical ability and the tools Japanese scoots are great for those who don't Save your money this winter. sell the chinese, pool the money and buy Japanese Why, he can buy a Kymco Agility-50 or Agility-125 for several hundred less then even the Honda Metropolitan. Yea, I wasn't gonna go into all the alternatives, was just throwing the concept out there |
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Post by DaveC on Oct 17, 2013 16:40:08 GMT -5
Chinese scoots are great for those folks that have mechanical ability and the tools
Japanese scoots are great for those who don't
Save your money this winter. sell the chinese, pool the money and buy Japanese
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Post by DaveC on Oct 15, 2013 7:48:16 GMT -5
www.foxnews.com/leisure/2013/10/14/how-to-prep-your-motorcycle-for-winter-storage/Cooler weather means another riding season is drawing to a close in northern regions, for all but the most hardcore motorcycle riders. And unless you count yourself as part of that hearty group, now is the time to think about proper winter storage for your bike. Whether you’re hanging up your riding gear for just a few weeks or several months, taking care of some basic needs will make getting your motorcycle or scooter going again in the spring that much easier, and it will help ensure trouble-free riding for years. (See the results of our motorcycle reliability and owner satisfaction survey.) Shelter. Figure out where your bike is going to take the big sleep. Inside heated storage is best, either in your own garage, or at a commercial storage facility. Your local dealership may offer this service. If that’s not an option, the next best place is an unheated garage or shed. If you don’t have access to indoor storage, make sure you at least park the bike on a sheet of plywood and cover it up. Clean up and service. Give the motorcycle a good wash and wax job, and perform any needed maintenance as outlined in your owner’s manual. Lube the chain and cables, and check your tires for wear and inflate them to the proper pressure. If your tires need replacing, now is the time to do it, so you don’t lose riding time in the spring. Change the oil. Even if your bike won’t be sitting for long, change the oil. Dirty oil contains contaminates that can increase corrosion, leading to premature engine wear. Start by firing up the engine and let it run for several minutes to get everything up to operating temperature. Then, drain the old oil, and refill the engine with whatever viscosity is recommended by your owners manual. There’s no need for any special “winter” blend or oil additive. Add fuel stabilizer. Measure fuel stabilizer into your gas tank according to the instructions on the bottle, and then start the engine. Let it run long enough so the stabilizer can work its way through the fuel system and get into small parts and passageways. You’ll find stabilizer at an auto parts store or big box retailer. It can be more convenient to mix stabilizer and fuel in a separate 5-gallon gas can, as it simplifies the math for the additive. Get proper coverage. Plastic tarps trap moisture, risking corrosion on chrome and painted surfaces where you can see it and inside mechanical parts where you can’t. The best bet is to Invest in a good breathable cover designed for your motorcycle. Check with your dealer or look for one from an aftermarket supplier online. Mind your battery. Your battery will last a lot longer if it’s kept charged, but you don’t want to overdo it, either. Overcharging will not only kill a battery, it can boil the fluid inside—that can cause it to overheat and can even lead to an explosion. The best bet is to invest in a battery minder and charger that will cycle on and off as needed to maintain a proper charge. You can find them online starting at about $50. Following these few basic tips can help keep your motorcycle in good condition and ensure it is ready to ride when spring arrives. Learn more about motorcycles, riding, and safety.
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Post by DaveC on Oct 11, 2013 22:39:17 GMT -5
1. Remove radiator cap
2. Start and bring to normal operating temp
3. 'blip' the throttle till air/coolant spits out the top of rad
4. watch for coolant flow in rad
5. Replace cap and monitor
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Post by DaveC on Oct 6, 2013 20:43:37 GMT -5
Got it Alley and will get it in. Thanks JR  Here is my scoot if it shows up ! Guess Im too late to help And plenty of $$$'s short |
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Post by DaveC on Sept 27, 2013 11:18:54 GMT -5
I never did see a pic of your scoot in KCMO.
what brand is it? I'll google it
(I got friends/relatives in KCKS)
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Post by DaveC on Sept 26, 2013 10:23:16 GMT -5
Kool
I was wondering how you and Jim were related
Sounds like some extensive engine work
Probably not cost effective for my Zodiac, so I'll live with what I got
But, I sure am happy for you to have that screaming machine
Take care and enjoy your ride
Dave
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Post by DaveC on Sept 26, 2013 0:26:09 GMT -5
Hi trikers, Yes my Trike is an 2009 ICE BEAR PST150H TRIKE bought it back in March of 2009. And yes I have it modded to the hilt I have 18/36 gears that I haven't tried yet. The current gears I have in it are 16/37 the originals where 13/40. Alleyoop Here is what my PST150H Ice Bear Trike currently has it was a 149.6cc Motor now it is 182cc motor: 62mm BBK 60mm Stroker Crank 16/37 Hoca Tranny Gears – Original were 13/40 Reduction gear is 43 teeth K&N Air Filter with a Short Stack SuperTrapp Muffler 1 1/4 Header Pipe- Had it made 24mm Carb #122.5 Main Jet #38 Pilot Jet Peformance Coil/CDI the CDI is one that is retarded for starting and advances at 3000rpms. Had to get one due to KickBacks when starting compression is 200PSI. Manual Choke Iridium Plug 115mm KOSO Variator 12g Dr. Pulley Sliders 205/65-10 Kenda Load Tires-3"s taller than OEM 29 tooth Drive Sprocket-came with 24 tooth. DID 428 Pro V Series O-Ring Chain Givia 29" tall Windshield All Led bulbs Except the Headlights-I do not drive at night 4 way Flasher Turn Signal Beeper Relay for the Beeper connected to the Brakes VIP Trunk with Led lights Flasher on Vip Trunk lights Radio with SD card,MP3 connections Sorry, i said 2010 Those are some awsome mods Did you do all that engine work yourself? (149 to 182cc, stroker crank, BBK, taller gears) Sure wish I had the knowledge and equipment to do that. No doubt you could stomp my 300cc Thanx Dave |
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Post by DaveC on Sept 25, 2013 21:27:01 GMT -5
Mine will do 60 top speed..... well more like 58  Is Alley's a conversion? I was thinking it was... Define conversion? It's a chinese scooter converted to a trike, with a wicked rebuilt 150cc. A regular Ice Bear I believe My 300cc will barely do 60, cause it's so heavy, then add my 300lb fat a s s and it's a wonder it even gets outa the geerage. |
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