Freshman Rider
Currently Offline
New scoot!
Posts: 71 
Likes: 11
Joined: Feb 28, 2013 14:48:25 GMT -5
|
Post by Skunk Shampoo on Apr 9, 2014 8:02:04 GMT -5
Duolingo: A good tool for learning new languages. They don't take time to explain the concepts, but I'm catching on. They set it up kind of like a video game, which makes lessons more stimulating.
Loopstack: a 4 track audio looper for musicians. Works well and is fun for dinking around and fleshing out ideas.
Caustic: A Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) with a load of features. Runs well on my single core 1ghz phone. Amazing what it can do. Quite ambitious for a phone app.
Strumming Partner: For stringed instruments. Teaches strumming patterns that you can follow along with. Quite a few of them. You can also change the tempo and make patterns of your own to practice.
These are all available for both iOS and Android, I think.
|
|
Freshman Rider
Currently Offline
New scoot!
Posts: 71
Likes: 11
Joined: Feb 28, 2013 14:48:25 GMT -5
|
Post by Skunk Shampoo on Apr 8, 2014 23:02:23 GMT -5
Riding while on drugs. Tsk tsk  I love the concept, but I wish there was an option to buy the scoots instead of just renting. Its like relationship limbo. No commitment. ;-) |
|
Freshman Rider
Currently Offline
New scoot!
Posts: 71
Likes: 11
Joined: Feb 28, 2013 14:48:25 GMT -5
|
Post by Skunk Shampoo on Apr 7, 2014 0:59:59 GMT -5
So is it pretty much like buying a scooter online? Do you think they ship them? This would pay for itself in gas savings |
|
Freshman Rider
Currently Offline
New scoot!
Posts: 71
Likes: 11
Joined: Feb 28, 2013 14:48:25 GMT -5
|
Post by Skunk Shampoo on Jul 9, 2013 13:45:04 GMT -5
Amen! You NEVER drive a scooter that's for cars. You sir are on notice. Now quit changing your plug over and over and RIDE! I tried to imagine this. You ride a scooter but drive a car. So I thought to myself, "Can you ride a car?"... The image pops in my head of a guy sitting on the roof of a car, while trying to steer it. No  |
|
Freshman Rider
Currently Offline
New scoot!
Posts: 71
Likes: 11
Joined: Feb 28, 2013 14:48:25 GMT -5
|
Post by Skunk Shampoo on Jul 1, 2013 22:37:14 GMT -5
*Update* After giving it some more thought, I decided to pass. The difficulty of finding replacement parts was the dealbreaker for me. This really does look like a fun scoot. Craigslist is bound to turn up something else. If I find a non-working chinese GY6 for a good price, would that be worth it? I'm fortunate enough to have a local chinese scooter parts store in my area.  |
|
Freshman Rider
Currently Offline
New scoot!
Posts: 71
Likes: 11
Joined: Feb 28, 2013 14:48:25 GMT -5
|
Post by Skunk Shampoo on Jul 1, 2013 11:34:54 GMT -5
Hmm, yeah. I would like to pay less for it... If I try less and he says he will wait for more offers, should I just offer the full 300? At this point, it will still cost less than a bicycle I was planning to get... And a scooter is waaay better.  *Update* I talked with the owner over the phone. He's got a few guys coming later today to look at it but first come first served. One guy was wanting to buy it to dish it out as parts on Ebay. That would be a shame. This should be ridden, for sure. The owner says he had it running off and on. It just needs some kinks worked out. He says there's signs someone has tried to fix it that didnt know what they were doing. I'll post plenty of pics if I get it. |
|
Freshman Rider
Currently Offline
New scoot!
Posts: 71
Likes: 11
Joined: Feb 28, 2013 14:48:25 GMT -5
|
Post by Skunk Shampoo on Jul 1, 2013 6:55:28 GMT -5
Yeah, it looks like I might have to call the DMV after I talk to the guy on CraigsList. I hope he still has it... And that it doesnt require back taxes... And that parts are available  These are kind of fun to watch with how those rear wheels work. Seeing so many still running on youtube makes me hopeful that there are options in place for restoration. I hope to look more in the morning. |
|
Freshman Rider
Currently Offline
New scoot!
Posts: 71
Likes: 11
Joined: Feb 28, 2013 14:48:25 GMT -5
|
Post by Skunk Shampoo on Jul 1, 2013 6:42:39 GMT -5
Yeah, I definitely have some research to do. I read that Honda used custom rims and wheels for this scoot that are not being made anymore... But one site, I saw they replaced the rims so they could use different tires. The tires are definitely a point of concern. I will have to see if there are any other hard to find parts. While looking around the web, people often use "Fun" as a word to describe what it is like to ride these... Actually, it reminds me of the old arcade game, Super Hang On. You know, the one with the sport bike you lean to control the motorcycle in the game... Only this actually moves! I'm definitely interested if this is something I can restore... I'm still looking around for more info. I am thinking of calling the guy up in the morning (Wow... It is 5am! o.o). Are there any important questions I should ask... You know, when I wake up? |
|
Freshman Rider
Currently Offline
New scoot!
Posts: 71
Likes: 11
Joined: Feb 28, 2013 14:48:25 GMT -5
|
Post by Skunk Shampoo on Jul 1, 2013 5:22:15 GMT -5
So I saw this ad on Craigslist. Honda Gyro. $300. eugene.craigslist.org/mcy/3903747503.htmlIt seems to be a fixer upper, which I'm ok with at that price. I would love to learn to repair vehicles and what not... But a quick web search shows it is a rare scooter. I'm concerned I won't be able to find parts. Should I just leave this one for a lucky enthusiast? The tags are really.... Really... Old. |
|
Freshman Rider
Currently Offline
New scoot!
Posts: 71
Likes: 11
Joined: Feb 28, 2013 14:48:25 GMT -5
|
Post by Skunk Shampoo on May 12, 2013 22:12:40 GMT -5
Hirarious and most noble ;D
|
|
Freshman Rider
Currently Offline
New scoot!
Posts: 71
Likes: 11
Joined: Feb 28, 2013 14:48:25 GMT -5
|
Post by Skunk Shampoo on May 12, 2013 18:05:48 GMT -5
Thanks for the link, Mike. That thread makes me happy. I wish more photos and videos were available about this scoot. That's one thing I hope to change in the future.  If I were to find a used one, that would be cool. I'm not sure how often something like that pops up on Craig's List around here, but I will have to keep a look out. I think I could use the money I saved by buying used and put it towards upgrades. $1,500 sounds like a great price for a new one, either way. But yeah, this is the one. It will just be 12 months before I can afford it. |
|
Freshman Rider
Currently Offline
New scoot!
Posts: 71
Likes: 11
Joined: Feb 28, 2013 14:48:25 GMT -5
|
Post by Skunk Shampoo on May 11, 2013 5:03:38 GMT -5
Hello everyome After much consideration, I think I've settled on what scooter I want. Some may say the classics are the apex of scooter excellence. Others might go for something a little more sporty. I want a Big Ruckus. Granted, they are discontinued and well outside what I can afford, so I'm going China on this one. That would be the SSR Rowdy 150. All in all, it will be extra work to maintain but I think it would be well worth it. Given my budget, I hope to be able to afford one in 12 months. I've got a few questions. Hopefully, someone could fill me in. From what I gather, I am assuming SSR/ZNEN (Same company?) is one of the better China brands. Is this correct? On average, would you say SSR/ZNEN scoots are more reliable? By the time I can afford one, I would be looking into a 2014 model. Do China scoots usually improve in quality and reliability with each year? Oh, and is $1,500 a good price for a shipped Rowdy 150, or should I try to find one for lower? Anyone here with a Rowdy, please share your thoughts on it. Any pics would also be very welcome and appreciated |
|
Freshman Rider
Currently Offline
New scoot!
Posts: 71
Likes: 11
Joined: Feb 28, 2013 14:48:25 GMT -5
|
Post by Skunk Shampoo on Apr 23, 2013 15:14:12 GMT -5
Condition: Like new  Sure, lol. |
|
Freshman Rider
Currently Offline
New scoot!
Posts: 71
Likes: 11
Joined: Feb 28, 2013 14:48:25 GMT -5
|
Post by Skunk Shampoo on Apr 8, 2013 4:19:30 GMT -5
Awesome . Great way to personalize your scoot, to boot! I'll have to add reflective tape to my scooter budget. ... Now I've got this morbid curiosity about what it would look like if the scoot was covered in reflective tape, completely. |
|
Freshman Rider
Currently Offline
New scoot!
Posts: 71
Likes: 11
Joined: Feb 28, 2013 14:48:25 GMT -5
|
Post by Skunk Shampoo on Apr 8, 2013 4:07:48 GMT -5
I'm in the process of saving up for a scooter and I got to thinking. At around 300 pounds, is there any likelihood that a couple of guys could just load it up on the back of a truck and drive away?  Is that a rational fear? While on the subject, does anyone have any advice on how to prevent theft? Security devices, general practices, where to avoid parking your scoot. Things like that. |
|
