TheSamba.com :: View topic - By the looks of it, what is the best gas scooter

Mon Oct 14, 2019 1:06 pm

Which looks to be the better gas scooter, and why?

https://www.thehobbyworx.com/49cc-petrol-micro-scooter-with-suspension.html

https://www.thehobbyworx.com/49cc-top-of-the-range-micro-petrol-scooter.html

Or, lastly,

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Fastest-New-All-Terrain-4...3300818449

Mon Oct 14, 2019 1:07 pm

Looking for cheap, but, if a few dollars justifies an increase that would be substantially beneficial,

please let me know

Mon Oct 14, 2019 1:46 pm

Also, What are some thoughts on the best 125CC Chinese Motorcycle, Cycles that look like the Grom?

Mon Oct 14, 2019 1:51 pm

Also, are there any 125CC dual sports

Mon Oct 14, 2019 1:59 pm

Okay,

Why shouldn't I buy a Honda Grom?

How often does it need a valve adjust?

Mon Oct 14, 2019 2:06 pm

What would the ideal weight be to ride this 250LBS motorcycle?

Mon Oct 14, 2019 4:16 pm

Are you off your meds again?

Mon Oct 14, 2019 4:23 pm

No actual help on those little scooters but...

For that kind of money I wonder if you are getting close to the price of an actual Honda (or whatever) scooter off craigslist or other sources.

Or get a clean used bicycle if you want to lose weight
(I thought that subject came up before)

Mon Oct 14, 2019 4:56 pm

I'll probably get a car.

Honda Accord

: /

Mon Oct 14, 2019 5:51 pm

Scratch that, I'll probably go with a gas powered scooter.

It's the only thing that won't break the bank

Mon Oct 14, 2019 5:54 pm

greggl4321 wrote: Scratch that, I'll probably go with a gas powered scooter.

It's the only thing that won't break the bank Good plan.
Broken banks are no fun. :cry:

Mon Oct 14, 2019 6:09 pm

Any thoughts on which scooter is the best?

Should I go with the zipper?

Mon Oct 14, 2019 6:55 pm

Does the budget mini scooter from hobbyworx have a better transmission?

Is a centrifugal clutch a cvt and is it reliable?

Mon Oct 14, 2019 6:57 pm

EverettB wrote: No actual help on those little scooters but...

For that kind of money I wonder if you are getting close to the price of an actual Honda (or whatever) scooter off craigslist or other sources.

Or get a clean used bicycle if you want to lose weight
(I thought that subject came up before)
Yep. Was brought up in one of his topics a while ago.

greggl4321 wrote: Any thoughts on which scooter is the best?

Should I go with the zipper?
I suspect you'll be disapointed. The ad says it has a top speed of 35kph, which is ~22mph.
Recommended weight limit is 100kg, which is 220lbs.
They just look cheap and flimsy compared to a proper scooter.

Compare..

I picked up that yellow '98 Honda Elite SA50 for a couple hundred a few years ago off craigslist. It's a great little scooter, the engine is capable of ~40mph stock.
It'll last forever if taken care of, has tires that'll handle an average pothole, an actual suspension system, lights + signals, faster, and isn't much (if any) more expensive.
Plus you can actually get parts for and repair it.

But whatever floats your goat.

Tue Oct 15, 2019 4:41 am

I had a Honda 90 Trail many years ago. 90+ MPG in town, climb trees in low range, great little commuter bike but not so good in a collision I found out... :shock: That Olds 98 was tougher!

Tue Oct 15, 2019 9:18 am

Shit, please excuse me.

I'm now reverting back to the idea of a Honda grom.

Liability insurance is only 109 per year!

Tue Oct 15, 2019 9:45 am

greggl4321 wrote: Shit, please excuse me.

I'm now reverting back to the idea of a Honda grom.

Liability insurance is only 109 per year!
While the "Grom" is a nice scooter, I'd be more inclined to get a Honda Monkey.
"Monkey" is a great name for a scooter and it would be fun to tell your friends that you drive it aggressively------"I'm going to spank the monkey in the woods this afternoon".

Thu Oct 17, 2019 10:10 am

greggl4321 wrote: What would the ideal weight be to ride this 250LBS motorcycle?

Ideal would be zero weight so as to obtain maximum performance

Thu Oct 17, 2019 1:36 pm

I think Johnnypan could best recommend something for this guy.
Can we get him back?

Fri Oct 18, 2019 7:39 am

calvinater wrote: I think Johnnypan could best recommend something for this guy.
Can we get him back?
Johnnypan did know the best words indeed. :lol: