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Post by tonygyid on Jun 5, 2013 9:42:20 GMT -5
I had the same issue when I first learned to ride. You get over it quickly as you ride. I thought two things caused it: starting too slow from a stop, and incorrect posture when first starting from a stop. I think the fact that scooters have a floorboard and are light enough to allow you to shift around your posture more while bored at a stop light, make you wobble a bit if you don't remember to get back into proper posture before you take off.
As Hank always says, Ride safely my friend!
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Post by tonygyid on Jun 2, 2013 10:05:14 GMT -5
Hank that sux! Whhat kind of bike you lookin at? If I get another bike someday it will prob be a sv650 or maybe a ninja 500  Hi Glad your back. the place just wasnt the same without you ;D Im going with some thing large and heavy( harder to steal) and very unique (So they would have a hard time if they did steal her The brands im looking over www.bosshoss.com/www.sabertoothmotorcycles.com/www.vanquishv8.com/index.htmlTake care and ride safely dear friend Yours Hank Sorry to hear your scooter was stolen. It sucks when stuff like that happen. I am happy for you that you are turning it into a fun shopping spree though These are a big departure from the departed scoot ;D what price range are these in I am curious? |
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Post by tonygyid on May 19, 2013 19:00:30 GMT -5
Do you guys check the oil with the rear wheel touching the ground or with the front wheel touching the ground (on center stand of course)?
The difference on my scooter is about 1/3 of the area marked on the dip stick (it looks more full when the rear wheel is touching the ground).
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Post by tonygyid on May 19, 2013 10:29:05 GMT -5
That being said, even if the oil is all the way up the dipstick, unscrewed, there's no real harm for the engine. Just don't go too far past that top line! I have found that if I fill it where it is all the way up the dip stick unscrewed, I keep getting blow-by oil until the level is down to about 2/3 of dipstick markings, unscrewed. This is why I recommended getting it to between 1/2 to 2/3 of markings, unscrewed. There may be difference between scooters, I don't know... |
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Post by tonygyid on May 18, 2013 11:29:22 GMT -5
To get the most accurate reading this is what I do on a Znen retro 150cc.
1. Put scooter on center stand on flat ground and make sure the rear wheel is touching the ground.
2. Run scooter for 1 minute. Shut it of and let it rest for 1 minute.
3. Check oil with dip stick inserted but not screwed in, and oil should cover two thirds of the hashed markings. (or anywhere from half mark to just above that)
I hope this helps.
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Post by tonygyid on May 6, 2013 20:24:07 GMT -5
Thanks all. I guess I'll leave it alone until I notice something wrong...
$65 to get it done at the shop seems reasonable.
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Post by tonygyid on May 6, 2013 10:18:07 GMT -5
My scooter is at 2K miles, runs fine doesn't stall, top speed around 55mph gets an average of 60mpg with some aggressive riding. I hear no tapping.
Valves were never adjusted. Is there a mileage where you should adjust them no matter what? Or do you have to feel and hear symptoms before you bother? Advice is appreciated. Thanks!
By the way, how much should I expect the cost to be? Valve adjustment is a bigger job than what I am comfortable doing by myself.
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Post by tonygyid on May 2, 2013 11:38:28 GMT -5
This is a classic LOL
How do you have a reverse gear in your scooter?
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Post by tonygyid on May 2, 2013 11:30:43 GMT -5
I never charged mine, and I do not ride too often. It should not drain that fast. You should get the battery checked and if it is good, you may have a problem with the battery draining or charging system - wiring, stator, other? I would check the battery first, then go from there...
Good luck!
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