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Posted: 19:25 - 07 Apr 2018 Post subject: Yamaha Townmate : Gone and got a moped |
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Just interested if anyone has any experience with them, considering getting one for commuting to work. The commute to work is 10 miles each way and consists of 30 and 50 limit roads. I know they are getting rare now and quite expensive on ebay.
Looking forward to any replies. ____________________ CB125>CG125>GN125>ER5>K100RS>R1100RS>K100RS
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So a C90 copy with shaft drive then. Had to google, then I remembered them. I gave £700 for our Xenter125 on a 13 plate.
If I had to commute 10 miles each way, I'd use that. 100mpg. 60mph plus easily. No gears, full leg shields and a screen.
Add a pair of muffs, topbox and a leg curtain and you've got a good commuter. ____________________ Currently enjoying products from Ford, Mazda and Yamaha
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stinkwheel Bovine Proctologist
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Posted: 01:15 - 08 Apr 2018 Post subject: |
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Nothing wrong with them but you'll probably get something newer, bigger and faster for the same sort of money.
I'd be tempted by a Honda Innova.
You still get an occasional commuter-class 100cc 2-stroke going cheap. Like the GP/YB/KH100. Those are a complete hoot. ____________________ “Rule one: Always stick around for one more drink. That's when things happen. That's when you find out everything you want to know.”
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Posted: 01:34 - 08 Apr 2018 Post subject: |
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I remember them, and I think Suzuki also did their own C50/90 rival in both two and four stroke versions too.
Agree with above comments, that less than a Grand will get you a modern 4stroke twist and go commuter scooter that's better handling and crucially better braked for modern commuting. There's plenty of aftermarket accessories for modern scooters too like screens, luggage carrier's and aprons, heated grips etc. Also if they go the same way as the Honda C90 they will end up very expensive and sought after for retro customised step throughs, and not worth the money as a daily hack.
In fact a 100-250cc cheap modern 4stroke scoot is something I've been meaning to pick up myself for a while, as a useful little hack and to counter the silly small bikes I like for fun and tinkering with. I do quite rate the newer Peugeot scooters with the big wheels, for equipment and VFM, but anything Japanese or Kymco would be good.
Fuck commuting on a drum braked classic two stroke H100/YB etc, as these little strokers are going up in value and so will be more expensive to buy and get spares for now, especially as people are snapping up anything old and vaguely affordable to get a 2stroke in their garage while they can.
If I had a YB/GP/RXS etc I'd be putting an expansion chamber on it, tuning it and using it on summer evenings to get my fix of 2stroke smoke&smell. |
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The reason I put this up waa I've never ridden a scooter before. Having something that I don't mind battering that is good on fuel sounds decent when you can save on tax.
At the moment my k gets between 35 and 50mpg depending what week I'm on and the riding. So fancied something better on fuel. Didn't really want to go down the ped route as they are easily abused by learners with modifications. ____________________ CB125>CG125>GN125>ER5>K100RS>R1100RS>K100RS
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Bear in mind that Sammy (the OP) has a pathological fear of chain lubrication.
To be honest, judging by the abuse some mopeds take at the hands of 16 and 17 year olds, that would be the best choice. A four stroke 125cc scooter of virtually any Chinese providence would be great.
Feet forward riding position (for hurty knees)
No chain drive to worry about (Not that I ever worry...)
Highly crashable (at least it won't affect the value)
So cheap as to be disposable (buy another from Gumtree)
Parts available as pretty much all chinese scoots will have the same kind of engine (See point directly above).
You also need to determine if the money you spend on the scoot would outweigh the money you save on petrol. We're talking about a gallon a week on the Beemer which is about 5.40 ponds a week. A 4t scoot would double that so assuming the scoot costs a cheap 540 quid, It'll take you nearly two years to save the purchase cost, but that's not including insurance, tax, MOT, tyres, maintenance etc.
In my opinion it's a false economy. ____________________ British beauty: Triumph Street Triple R; Loony stroker: KR1S; Track fun: GSXR750 L1; Commuter Missile: GSX-S1000F
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I had C50, it was slower than scooters in acceleration = frustration.
(C110 is slower than 110 scoot, C125 is slower than 125scoot)
They have 3 or 4 gears but they are wide. Can't select gears like 5 gears = frustration.
Their tanks are only 4litre. (and INNOVA 125(= Thailand Wave 125i) has 3.7litre due to PGM-FI space needed)
They have poor suspension.
What annoyed me were all of above. I had to buy NS50F later.
125 version with smaller tyres is MSX125.(I think it has same engine and gear system with Thai cub125) ____________________ 2020 Touring Serow 250
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Posted: 15:52 - 09 Apr 2018 Post subject: |
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Innova rides very like a proper bike.
It has telescopic forks, the rear brake is on the right foot and gears on the left. Also has proper footpegs rather than a footplate and marginally bigger wheels than most scooters.
Only thing you're missing is a clutch really.
Enclosed chain requires very little maintainance. ____________________ “Rule one: Always stick around for one more drink. That's when things happen. That's when you find out everything you want to know.”
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Fucking hell Marjay, you'll have me considering buying the next Chingwong plastic beast I come across too! Why can't people steer my mind correctly and suggest I get some Husaberg fire breathing competition tool with lights or an Aprilia SVX etc.
Its a sad day when the vehicle you could do with side of your brain overrides the vehicle you'd like part, or you falter in a moment of logic you can't argue against convincingly. |
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So yesterday I purchased this Baotian 50cc for £100.
The plastics are broken on it as you would expect.
The indicators are useless (only come on when revs are high and don't flash.
Missing half its bolts.
But it runs rides and stops plus it came with a full tank of fuel and insurance is £13 a year. Oh yeah and 12 months mot. Also its just so lulzy got to avoid hills though yikes walking would be faster on a hill.
https://i.imgur.com/2R5Wgpv.jpg ____________________ CB125>CG125>GN125>ER5>K100RS>R1100RS>K100RS
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You're brave getting a chinese 50 Sammy. ____________________ Currently enjoying products from Ford, Mazda and Yamaha
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Fook me what a contrast to a big heavy K100 eh?
I hope it stays together and does the job, but I do actually for once wonder if a 50cc four stroke auto has enough power to be safe even in 30mph town/city use?*
* I know MC will be surprised to hear me saying this. |
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Have you been over taken by any more cyclists? |
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Old Thread Alert!
The last post was made 6 years, 15 days ago. Instead of replying here, would creating a new thread be more useful? |
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