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Here's an Amazon link for it! https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B008VR6378/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I mounted it on two tube mounts which I also got on Amazon - just had to enlarge the holes in the backrest metal support with a drill to make them fit better. Very nice backrest and it fits the styling perfectly. I also highly suggest getting that storage bag if you don't have one - pity that the Ruckus doesn't come with any storage at all

Buy a set of Torx bits and a magnetic driver handle.

And not to sound like a dick, but this already seems way over your head if you are having a time sorting which tools to use. Have you even been to the hardware store? If you ask the sales person on the shop floor where the Torx drivers are, they’ll walk you right over to a set.

TEKTON Star Key Wrench Set, 9-Piece (T10-T50) | 25291 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00I5THF9M/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_SQNCD8S5XSG1MK824T4W

But seriously see if you can get some experienced help with this.

Oh? I'm sorry to hear that. I don't know about mine being any nicer, but I love her.
I bought these tires from Amazon and slapped some tubes in them. Would've been nice to have a 3.50-10 but these work just fine.
Other than the tires, the plywood bodywork, the exhaust, and the seat cover, she's all stock.
I'm surprised she's held up as well as she has, since I've certainly abused her. Multiple wrecks (off-road) and getting almost two feet of air off of jumps has bent and broken a few things, but she still runs like a top.

I just replaced a flat a few weeks ago. If you want to replace the tire, get a new tire on amazon- you can find cheap replacements which can be shipped on prime. From my research amazon has the cheapest scooter tires online..

Alot of power sports shops will not work on scooters, so if you cannot easily find a mechanic just remove the rear wheel at home.. it's very easy, there are several YouTube videos on how to do this. The #1 issue I've run into with this procedure is removing the swing arm.. if you run into this problem, use a standard 2 prong gear puller to pop it off. Almost all auto parts stores will loan you one for free, requiring a small deposit.

Take the tire and wheel to a motorsports mechanic for change and balancing.. pretty much all normal automotive tire shops will not be able to do the change, since the wheel is too small.

Doing all of this will cost around $60-70, depending on the tire and labor cost at the mechanic.

Hope this helps..

These have been discussed recently on the “Scooter Affair” podcast.

https://www.buzzsprout.com/1165295

I saw one parked on the sidewalk at Fenway after the last Red Sox game pre-COVID. (It was a wicked good pahking spot, maybe not entirely legal though.) wasn’t in as good a condition as yours. The owner was surprised I recognized it, but, how can you not?

Those are pretty generic Chinese scoots under the "Schwinn" badge as I recall. well made ones but nothing special other than that.

Pretty sure you could just replace the ignition set with something like this. Maybe take it apart to look, if it looks like it matches it probably does. You can get 'em other places as well, possibly cheaper, dubiously, but possibly of better quality. Ebay, scooter parts store of some kind.

You can get key blanks the same way, but it's possible there's left and right hand versions so you'll want to be a tetch more circumspect looking for those.

>the scooter had been sitting for about a week

Could be as simple as condensation in the gas stratifying at the bottom of the tank and carb bowl. Might try adding around 2 tablespoons (1 ounce) of an isopropyl type fuel additive to the tank.

>been cold here recently

Cold fuel does not atomize/combust well. The carb enricher compensates with supplemental fuel, but may shut off before engine heat warms the carb bowl gas.

Get some kind of lock or alarm. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B088NM8XLL/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_fabc_4YFCK7PVR886AJ9RGBKS?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

Change all the fluids, check the hoses for cracks, just do some preventive maintenance. Get a helmet, upgrade the headlight to led if you ride at night. Get a tarp or cover or store in garage check tire pressure. Be safe have fun

Truckers atlas. Old school planning. They aren’t cheap but it was like a Bible for us. It gives all the info you need. Even where the scales are.

Rand McNally Large Scale Motor Carriers' Road Atlas https://www.amazon.com/dp/0528013238/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_8YADJMC1H35Q99NH6PV0

I see, thanks! They're selling them for $750 on amazon now though:

https://www.amazon.com/TAO-ATM-50A-TaoTao-ATM-50A1/dp/B00AVBFF3A/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1526162917&sr=8-2&keywords=taotao+atm-50a1

Got it from amazon, it does not even have a brand name or anything and the box was in crappy auto translate english :D

Was around 20€ and works perfect, I see some for 50-80 but i have no idea what could make them better.

might be this one https://www.amazon.com/Tchipie-Motorcycle-Padlock-Reminder-Motorbike/dp/B07G9XDSRC/ref=sr_1_1?__mk_de_DE=%C3%85M%C3%85%C5%BD%C3%95%C3%91&keywords=lock+brake+alarm&qid=1562795248&s=gateway&sr=8-1

^^^

> it idles really low (I heard this may be normal).

This, adjust your idle screw, it is a little screw on the side of the carb usually. Discussion about your bike is here, but they are having the opposite problem where the bike runs too fast.

50cc 4-stroke maintenance guidelines.

Since cold fuel does not atomize well, anticipate some running issues until engine heat has warmed up the fuel in the carb bowl.

Consider experimenting with adding 1 tablespoon of 2-cycle oil (not marine) per gallon of gas as a supplemental top cylinder lubrication.

Here's my video. Apparently the reason I couldn't find it is because I never uploaded it to Youtube. It was just in my Google Photos. This is what my rear wheel sounded like when the axle bearing went out.

Sealing the display doesn't always solve the problem. Often it makes it worse. The problem is condensation due to warmer moist the air under the cold instrument plastic. Sealing it only traps the moisture better.

A better solution is to use an antifogging treatment on the inside of the panel lens, but that requires taking it apart, preferably on a warm day with low humidity.

Thanks for the link! Here is one to the translated page:

Google Translate

Redmond, WA to Foster City, CA and back (via Aberdeen, Astoria, Tillamook, Florence, Eureka, Humboldt Redwoods State Park, Davis, Oakland, Foster City, Sacramento, Lassen National Forest, Chester, Hat Creek, Mount Shasta, Grants Pass, Roseburg, Eugene, Portland). All on a Piaggio Fly 150.

pictures

It's a little bit of a drive for me, but thanks for the invite.

>Im broke

Financing anything is the least desirable option!

Which Craigslist city?

Speed expectations?

Are you open to troubleshooting a non-running scooter?

Maybe something around https://www.openstreetmap.org ?

It allows tagging, so I think you could probably add tags around you... or bicycle paths, or different types of roads that should have lower limits.

I've seen a GP800 taken apart, and I can certainly attest that that has an underbone frame. This great big Aprilia is almost certainly built on the same frame, or very nearly the same frame, as the GP800.

When you have a step-through design and twist-and-go driving, it's undeniably a scooter in my books.

Just for calibration, where on that whole motorcycle/scooter continuum would you put a Suzuki SW-1?

> I don't have any experience or knowledge on scooter engines

Now is the time to learn. :-) I'd watch some YT vids and have fun. Maybe pick up a generic service manual like this one. A scanned version is out there on the net, but a paper copy in front of you is hard to beat while actually wrenching.

If you need it running sooner rather than later you could probably have a new engine shipped to your door for less than $400. Install it then rebuild the dead one at your leisure and keep it for a spare.

That is a filter for a US-specific emissions feature of dubious utility. It pumps additional air into the exhaust to help combust unburned fuel before it’s emitted to the atmosphere. On the Buddy parts diagram it’s shown as “optional,”and maybe it doesn’t even make it into the Roughhouse diagrams. It certainly isn’t worth replacing - I suggest removing it and capping the tube that comes off the exhaust with some high-temp epoxy and a brass plumbing cap.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B016Y8OI7M/

Alarms are a joke but I’d hide a kill switch someplace. And get a chain like this with the best lock you can find. NOT A MASTER!! I can pick them in seconds

ABUS 10KS 10' Maximum Security Square Chain and Sleeve - 3/8" Diameter Chain Link https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N0R2BNW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_3Z9199XEPYRMNW349P7Y

Always tie it to a sturdy bar or something on the rear wheel. The front wheel is easy to be taken off. Use the under-seat space to deposit and take with you a heavy-duty chain all the time ‘cause they can lift it in 10 mins. At the front wheel, you can attach to the disc an alarm lock that will start ringing when touched. And block the steering too. Not much of a use but they’ll make same noise if they’re trying to break it.

OXFORD BOSS ALARM DISC Ultra Strong Disc Lock, 14mm https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B000R57X2Q/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_V2HNB66YAW3R8J8V4KJB

Oxford 10 Square Link Chain with Double Locking Padlock, Black, 1.4 x 10 mm https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00DJA0CEM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_RAFAD37CHGX466SG0C4P

These are only some of what you can find out there. Search for your region though these are UK.

edit: buy a cover as well. Fewer chances for them to try to steal it if they don’t see what Is it under.

Headlight

speedo

The speedo is supposed to give you fuel level. I might have wired it wrong but I can’t find the time to fix it. I got rid of the blinker and high beam indicator lights.

Thank you! I’ll check out the earplugs.

I feel like I may have to work up to a full-fledged comm unit at the moment after the investments in other gear. I know the sound quality won’t be as good, but would something like this at least be functional for the time-being? https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07XSMT1MJ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_01CG0W6Z4J6DP45K503X

Safety course is a great idea. Helps your brain understand the physical mechanics of riding. Also this book really helped me too and I give it to any friend that buys a scoot.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/1620081199/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_imm_TM46DFBEXPXY1CSYK3E3

Woodruff key you have to know what size and you might buy it at the hardware store or buy the kit

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B088PRBPWR/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_glt_fabc_7W1VXAY5XTM38G2AWHE5?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

The stock bulb is an HS1, 35/35W. Probably the #1 most common headlight bulb on scooters anywhere.

They were never used in cars, so you'll probably have to go to a motorcycle shop or order online. But they're cheap.

I use this stuff at work pretty frequently, but it works great on dull plastics and rubbers. I use it on old scooters and car trim too. I've tried a lot of different products that claim to do what this stuff does, and I can confidently say, that nothing else comes close.

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I'll also warn you, its not harmful to your skin really, but it smells terrible, so wear gloves when you're using it or else your hands will smell like the inside of a Harbor Freight Tools.

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https://www.amazon.com/Rust-Oleum-RRCAL-Multi-Surface-Formula-ReCOLOR/dp/B0195M6C2I/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=rustoleum+recolor&qid=1607715969&sr=8-2

Here is a CDI

You can't. Feeler gauges are cheap. If you don't set your valve clearance correctly you can have a lot of performance issues and/or fuck up your motor.

Charge problem is likely the charging system with a loose wire. The charging system is usually on the right side of the engine. Look on youtube for videos on how to diagnose.

As far as the kickstarter, Things break. If it is under warranty still, call the place it was purchased from and ask for help. They should be able to help even without a warranty. A kickstart assembly is about $23 on amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Spring-139QMB-Starter-Chinese-Scooter/dp/B00H8AMIJG

A 2014 TaoTao ATM 1. I saw a replacement floor panel on Amazon and I am waiting for an answer on whether or not it will fit. It looks very close if not the same as the original.

https://www.amazon.com/Sunny-Gas-Scooter-50cc-Floorboard-148/dp/B01KPGLW00/

Odds are you can find a better product for a similar price elsewhere. It's not a bad product, per se, just not a great one. It's less than $500, from many vendors, so why pay by the month? Amazon lists the exact same scooter for $375. Generally speaking, they are making all of their money on financing, here.

At 500 watts, it should be able to go 12 to 18 miles per hour, depending on your weight, the wind, the terrain (hills?), etc. and should easily be able to make a 5 mile commute (10 mile round trip). At the price, it does sit comfortably between 300 watt scooters (okay for flat ground, not enough for hills) and higher powered scooters that are more like little motorcycles, but are more expensive.

I have a Scorpion Evo I got off Amazon along with a 3rd party bluetooth rig.

It works great.

I used to wear a Bilt Techno which had integrated bluetooth but it was heavier and the bluetooth audio wasn't as good as the setup I'm using now.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07B5YC57G/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I'm not sure which of these I ended up using:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B015A55PXQ/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

or

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0739RCR3J/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I'll look at the bike when I get home.

I will also have to find where I got the other bulbs, apparently it wasn't amazon as expected, might have got them at the local truck stops chrome store!

Amazon (and likely your local bike shop) sells these great little devices that make it easier to hang your helmet on the helmet hook.

https://www.amazon.com/Universal-Motorcycle-Helmet-Extensions-Scooter/dp/B074MK44C2

Once you latch your helmet to the bike you put your helmet bag on the helmet to keep anything from entering your helmet.

I've used them on multiple bikes, I've never had a helmet stolen when locked to the bike using a extender.

There are cup holder attachments you can get, I also have seen a cup holder specifically for the Buddy on Amazon.

Here it is: GEN-U-BIN Storage System for Buddy (Black Color) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005M2N7HE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_VV5eDb0HEB8BM

I added the 24 dollar Bluetooth Motorcycle Helmet Speakers on Amazon to my Stream LS2 helmet. For the price they're better than I expected and the microphone has buttons so I can lift up my visor and tap to change a song. The speakers aren't the best quality, nor very loud, but for the price it's perfectly fine for when I'm riding my scooter, I don't need them too loud since I want to hear around me more than my music.

I work in the same environment. I have a phone mount on my mirror post so I can reach up and turn it down pretty easily. I ride with it on max and then turn it down to like 4/5 coming into the parking garage at work, but sometimes I like to roll out with Jesus Lizard or Kendrick Lamar on max lol. I’m currently looking for a louder speaker to replace the lost one because it was hard to hear over 40 MPH without a helmet and over 30 with one.

For those looking for an inexpensive jacket, I have one and it is nice.

Viking Cycle Warlock Motorcycle Mesh Jacket (Black, 3XL) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00Y1Q3Z8S/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_v8RIBbP8A473C

No. Just stop. Let your guest ride your bicycle, like he wants to do. Or buy a different bicycle that's better for his purposes and that you can use or resell when they leave. You're trying to solve a $0-300 problem with a $1,000+ solution that isn't actually any better. The bicycle is like a free gym membership. The gym has people paying to ride bikes that go nowhere. I bicycle is a better way to see a new city. It can more easily go places where 50cc scooters aren't allowed.

If you want to spend money, I suggest this 4G GPS tracker and this simcard. Then find a way to hide/lock it on the bike. The family can use it to see where he and his bike is at all times to know he's ok and on route as planned. If it gets stolen, you can start tracking it right away with location info that's usable by police to find it quickly, unlike Airtags and other such devices.

Elite gang represent! I’ve had mine since 2018 and it’s been super solid save for a starter bendix and faulty kill switch (both cheap and easy repairs). It definitely punches above its weight for only being 108cc.

I highly recommend putting in 12.5g DrPulley sliders for a huge improvement in take-off/acceleration with no detriment to reliability/top speed (I paid about $20 for the set). These are the ones I have, maybe a 20min job if you’re somewhat handy.

https://www.amazon.com/Dr-Pulley-Sliding-Roller-Weights/dp/B00WH72HXW

Eh I usually get a YUASA off Amazon.
https://www.amazon.com/Yuasa-YUAM229LY-YB9L-B-Battery/dp/B000GZV904
for instance.
A rare battery though, I'm not seeing the normal 1000 hits for a generic.

they're Givi expandable bags (I think up to 42L each).

Fabric bags kinda worry me when I'm away from them, but outside of building or ordering custom mounts, it was all I could use. The rain covers are a great way to pack light though, as you can stuff them with laundry and make a decent pillow.

I wired up some heated grips just by using putting the heating elements on my existing grips and wrapping them in self-fusing silicone tape. Can be cut right off in spring without leaving any residue.

They are $13 + like $6 for the silicone tape instead of the electrical tape that comes with it.

This is what I bought. I'd ride to work in sub-freezing temperature with my dockers and short sleeve shirt on underneath, and my body never got cold. Mind you, I was wearing thick boots, heated gloves, a face mask and a scarf to keep everything else warm.

https://www.amazon.com/Firstgear-Thermosuit-Motorcycle-Weather-Gunmetal/dp/B008UUN0X6/

get a this hour/temp meter off amazon, $25. mines been working for over 100 hours and even if the sensor breaks they'll send new one for free.

Can I ask a dumb question 🥺 scooter

Do you think this scooter will work in my case? I’m still a student so pricing is a big thing for me

if you have a SUV, does it have a trailer hitch? If so, a hitch carrier is your best option.

I detest Amazon, but this one works OK for the money.

https://www.amazon.com/7BLACKSMITHS-Motorcycle-Scooter-DirtBike-Carrier/dp/B07D3QW3PF/ref=asc\_df\_B07D3QW3PF/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=416779881321&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=10193067814193269244&hvpone=&hvptwo=&a...

Or this one:
https://www.amazon.nl/-/en/dp/B08R1BZXJT/ref=sr_1_12?keywords=ba20d%2Bled&qid=1668003775&qu=eyJxc2MiOiIzLjk3IiwicXNhIjoiMy41NyIsInFzcCI6IjIuNTIifQ%3D%3D&refinements=p_72%3A4993218031&rnid=4993217031&sr=8-12&th=1

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Amazon is easier for me

AirTags aren't actually GPS trackers and aren't good for vehicle tracking for many reasons. AirTags require an Apple device nearby, they warn thieves of their presence (defeating the purpose), and are way too slow and unreliable.

Here's the GPS tracker I use and recommend:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07FQ4KMKH/

The lock contains a sensor that goes off if the scooter is moved or tampered with, making it difficult for someone to even try to break the lock. An example is the one you can find here: https://www.amazon.com/Tchipie-Motorcycle-Padlock-Reminder-Motorbike/dp/B07G9XDSRC

There are many others you can find online and some that contain a key fob that you you can use to activate and deactivate remotely.

Hi all, I really appreciate your help! I found a 2019 Lance PCH for $850 with 2500 miles. The price is lower due to some damage to the front... the light looks pretty wonky. I honestly don’t care what it looks like, I just want it to function properly. Thoughts? Should I offer less and deal with fixing the light when necessary? listing

Kymco People i found o FB not too far from where I live. I've seen them in he flesh, they are big scooters, good looking can capable. If this would could be snatched for 2.5k it would be a great buy.

I don't know if this will help but I have dealt with a fuel starvation issue before.

I had a somewhat similar issue on my 1984 Honda Aero 50. When going down a stretch at WOT the bike would starve out and die. What I leaned is that when you hold the throttle open there is very little vacuum on the manifold meaning the vacuum to the petcock is too low to keep it open. I couldn't use a manual petcock with the side panels on the scoot so I bought a GM chevy express van vacuum check valve for the A/C solenoid doors and spliced it in the vacuum line from the petcock to the manifold. Essentially it would build vacuum and hold it regardless of the vacuum in the engine. The check valve has three barbs which is also important for adding a release valve so you can turn off the fuel flow when storing the bike. You then can route the release to the bottom edge of the panels where you can reach it but hide it when not in use.

Before assuming its vacuum related:

-Good compression?

-Air leaks around manifold or intake?

-Jetting is too rich or lean?

A bike not starting easily cold to me sounds like poor compression since they tend to somewhat run once they warm up and the piston/rings expand.

3 barb check valve: https://www.amazon.com/ACDelco-15-50568-Original-Equipment-Vacuum/dp/B0016I0E42/ref=sr\_1\_4?crid=5X4XZ46LZ441&keywords=vacuum+check+valve&qid=1666864955&qu=eyJxc2MiOiI1LjI0IiwicXNhIjoiNC43MiIsInFzcCI6IjQuNDcifQ%3D%3D&sprefix=vacuu...

This sounds like good advice here, and thanks!

I'd never heard of TNG before, but being a 2-stroke Minarelli, I feel like I can tell the people at the local shop that and they'll be able to help with things.

The great news is that the previous owner had drained all the fluids before storing it, so it seems to run like a champ. I'll look for the air/fuel ratio screw and do some adjusting there.

As far as the oil goes, I guess that means I shouldn't grab the cheap little bottles at the gas station, and instead order something like this?

https://www.amazon.com/Maxima-27901-2-Stroke-Synthetic-Injector/dp/B0012TZ1WK/ref=sr_1_1_mod_primary_new?crid=2BZM3DKKDSBXJ&keywords=100+percent+synthetic+2+stroke+oil+scooter&qid=1666730638&sbo=RZvfv%2F%2FHxDF%2BO5021pAnSA%3D%3D&sprefix=100+percent+synthetic+2+stroke+oil+scooter%2Caps%2C117&sr=8-1

Dang that's a long link. Anyways, thanks, and I'm definitely gonna be riding the hell out of it!

Wow, that is a lot of kilometerage. (What the hell do you call "mileage" in kilometers??)

> how much would I have to spend?

Well... That depends on a few things. The worst part of the old Honda scooters is the plastic body panels. They're fragile, and when they crack, they vibrate. If you want to put the scooter into perfect cosmetic condition and you want to replace body panels & light lens covers, they aren't cheap on eBay--around $30 for smaller panels and maybe $80 for major ones. If you're happy silicone sealing against vibration and replacing any broken light covers with generic material, then less.

The Honda motors are great. I'd hunt for one with a motor that ran very well, and fully or mostly functioning electrics. Check the head-, brake, marker, lights & blinkers. On the Deluxe, check that the headlight pops up and down when the key is in the ON position.

Find one with a motor that runs well. That's my only hard & fast rule. The Elite we just bought ran pretty well, but we found out that the gas tank is full of chunks of rust. ($20 for acid/rust remover.) It needs a new throttle cable. ($19 for Cable Care, ~$20 for a new cable.) Having good shocks is important on the Elite. My gf's are good, but mine are shot, and I'll be replacing them with shocks from an old Honda CB350 motorcycle. I really take a pounding on my bike. I expect to pay ~$40 for a decent pair of used rear CB350 shocks. ~$120 for a new pair.

A few vendors have Elite parts.

I got an '85 Elite Deluxe for $650. It needed a few minor repairs, but I drove it 145 miles (233 km) home without doing anything to it. I'll probably wind up putting a couple hundred into it--maybe a bit less.

I think I may strip mine for a naked, Ruckus look. That'll save on replacement body panels!

Is this a desirable upgrade for anything with a variator? I have an '85 Honda Elite 150D, and am wondering about what I can do to make things smoother.

What modifications have you made/would you make to your Elite? I'm looking for ways to make the ride more solid and smooth, rather than increasing performance. One thing I plan on doing is to replace the rear suspension with Honda CB350 (or similar) shocks. The thing is a bit bouncy.

For a while, I thought that the "engine brake" or dampening was a fault, but apparently that's how the old Elites work--let go of the throttle and you decelerate sharply. Supposedly a feature, not a bug.

I got an HJC from the local motor sport place and its great, said its a popular brand but I am no expert had the scooter for about 2.5 weeks now.

This was the one I got

Don't do bluetooth. you're just asking to pay too much money for a shitty speaker. Try something like this, shove it into the foam of your helmet, I guarentee it'll sound better than anything else you can find.

Ulysse Pro, maybe?

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.binarytoys.speedometerpro&hl=en_US&gl=US

I use it to record, and occasionally as a speedo, but I do think it can show both while riding, at least from the screenshots.

It is definitely the only one I found (before giving up) that records both properly, and exports to GPX.

I have used the Pro version for a number of years, so I can't recall what might be missing feature-wise on the ad-supported version.

You need a breaker bar of some sort & a real solid 1/2"+ socket handle. Best practice wants a torque wrench as well for installation.

You'll need a variator tool to hold things steady as well.
There are a few different variator tools you can get depending on what your setup is.
This one works for most GY6 applications. If ya don't like or can't use Amazon those are all over the place not. I picked mine up off eBay long ago.
You'll also want a piece of black pipe or similar 1/2" ID pipe to stuff over the tool's handle to get it to reach the ground properly to brace against.

Keep the belt as low as you can and start the new belt in there before ya take the old one out. Esp true if your bike's the same as mine. The SYM driven pulley is a PITA to pull apart by hand.

no biggie you got a lot of choices of top case and it depends on how much you want to spend and what you wanna get. Top end stuff is GIVI or SHAD or KAPPA.

Cheaper stuff is Chinese givi clones, could be milk crates with a top net, could be jankey Chinese junk, could be a nice wood wine crate.

For delivery stuff, I think a milk crate with u bolts are a good choice and is reliable for many delivery jobs. For yourself you can get one of these shad chinese clones (https://www.amazon.com/Comie-Motorcycle-Scooter-Luggage-backrest/dp/B07YJG1XHP). Ive seen these iRL and theyre surprisingly not crap and itll hold your helmet and a jacket.

For deliveries though you cant really go wrong with a large milk crate, some U bolts and a top net.

Here is the best thing to remove yellowing cloudy fogged or otherwise unclear plastic stuff thats supposed to be clear https://www.amazon.com/Meguiars-G2980-Heavy-Headlight-Restoration/dp/B01M2D763D.

And if all else fails you can be very careful it a coat of spray varnish or a clear spray seal and it will make it clear up as long as you dont over spray it

get a cockpit mount that attaches to your windshield holes. It's the nicest solution ,i think

.https://www.amazon.com/Cockpit-Bracket-Kymco-X-Town-16-21/dp/B09KT9LX8K

cheaper if you order form china. try aliexpress or dhgate

https://www.amazon.com/Grefay-Motorcycle-Stainless-Smartphone-Rotatable/dp/B07N94NJJ7/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?crid=27QRH2ILAMOXM&keywords=grefay+motorcycle+phone+mount&qid=1662649205&sprefix=greyfay%2Caps%2C231&sr=8-3

I've had this on my Kymco for 6000 miles now and it's been great. Installs on your mirror. If you have a really expensive phone though go with RAM mounts.

Tried measuring the battery voltage using a battery tester https://www.amazon.se/Batteritestare-batterier-klämtänger-testar-laddningssystem/dp/B084RM6CTY/ref=asc_df_B084RM6CTY/?tag=shpngadsglesm-21&linkCode=df0&hvadid=476642822327&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=5323789979002509002&hvpone=&...

And the fat scooter you can find here https://www.hemfint.se/elscooter-fatscooter-1000w?aref=ref-adwords_agid-68687685786_cid-1578590110_mt-_ntw-g_crid-343400375229_kw-_pl-_prm1-_prm2-_ai-_ap-_dv-m_dvm-_fid-_pla-385012073026&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIxNy-uIrp-QIVWIfVCh3O-AxcEAQYASABEgJ89f...

Found a wiring diagram for your scooter:

https://hondapcx.org/viewtopic.php?t=771

Looking at the ignition switch table in the lower left hand corner, when you turn the key it bridges the connection between the Black/White wire and Red/White wire. This is what "powers up" your scooter when you turn the key. Thief likely hot wired the scoot by manually bridging those two wire ends together, which is why he cut them out of the harness. You will need to unplug that connector, unwrap the electrical tape the thief cut into, reconnect the cut wires to their matching colors using some kind of crimp or solder connectors like these (https://www.amazon.com/Crimping-Qibaok-Ratcheting-Crimper-Connectors/dp/B08QVG9DR3/), then tape it back up.

Until you repair those wire breaks your ignition key is just connecting two wires which aren't attached to anything

Synthetic is hypothetically a bit tougher on sheer.

My SYM uses the same weight and rough quantity. Thought those were a cute one shot when I saw 'm at the local Genunine dealer, but at the price, I use Lucas from the FLAPS from a full sized bottle. I ordered a three pack of big syringes for general bike maintenance from Amazon https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07C71C1LH/to help with this, & have found other uses for 'em here and there as well (Fork Oil for instance).

Got this:

https://www.amazon.com/OKG-Security-Hexagonal-Motorcycles-Protection/dp/B08R5QL3QQ?pd_rd_w=6f0sG&content-id=amzn1.sym.1db61dc1-18bd-4e84-ade3-9872a4852ad6&pf_rd_p=1db61dc1-18bd-4e84-ade3-9872a4852ad6&pf_rd_r=6AF07EM1B338RDM5SZYQ&pd...

But really get the longer one.

I use a short-ish kryptonite U-lock through my wheel spokes, or I use my bicycle's Kryptonite chain lock (there was a Warehouse Deal on this one) which just barely fits around the tire and through the rim, it is similar to the one you are looking at. The chain is more visible, which probably helps deter thieves a bit.

At home, I have a longer hex chain around a post, and use the u-lock to connect it to my scooter. I already had the Kryptonite chain and the u-lock, so I didn't need a long chain with an included lock, just one with a ring on one end to loop it around the post. An idea to consider if you have a lock handy already.

One thing to consider is getting a lock from a known brand that offers key replacements, especially if you are like me and lose things often enough. And while that Chinese lock may have a great chain, the lock is probably not so good or strong.

I got this big mofo The chain itself is like 15 pounds.

I second this.

I live in an apartment, and scooter theft is quite high in my area.

I don't use a disk brake lock myself, but in its place, I use my bicycle's chain lock that happens to just fit through my wheel spokes and around the tire. Something like this though I don't think I paid that much for it (ebay, or Amazon used/returned)

I also have a longer, heavy, wrapped chain that I use around a thick tall post at home . It doesn't have a built in lock (cheaper) but I use a stubby bike u-lock I happened to have to lock it through the spokes.

A cover not only keeps things cleaner and drier, but also is one more step needed in order to steal it.

Alarm systems are available and can be inexpensive, though they probably pretty overkill for most.

A surging, high, or uneven idle is one of the classic signs of a vacuum leak. Check the vacuum line going from the intake to the carb or petcock to make sure both ends are connected and sealing properly, and try pulling it off entirely to check the line for cracks or splits.

Another common issue I have had is the spacer between the carb and the cylinder head leaking, this one is difficult to diagnose but if you've eliminated all other sources of vacuum leaks that's a good place to look. I've had to pull the spacer off of the head and replace it and reseal both ends to eliminate the leak before (actually just did it again last weekend). You can use a paper gasket and whatever sealant you have on hand, although I recommend the Permatex 85420 or equivalent since it won't dry up and cause leaks again like the other RTV style liquid gasket makers.

https://www.amazon.com/Permatex-85420-Permashield-Resistant-Dressing/dp/B007VIGCJW

It looks like it has a generic lead acid battery in it. I would look at the controller and see what voltage it uses and get a lithium iron phosphate battery and use a separate charger for it. The batteries that came in older electric scooters were trash right out of the gate.

Can probably take something like this.

Do a lot of googling about LiFePO4 swapping e-scooters before trying it.

I don't like the shape and setup on it. I love red black grey with more of a BAD ASS type of shape. That look more for like a women. Ugh single light. Bad color. Stars? What different between stars and hearts? LOL. I like this scooter shape https://www.amazon.com/Sporty-150cc-Street-Scooter-matching/dp/B00OM949PM/ref=sr\_1\_4?crid=1MPEQDD2WTF8N&keywords=150cc+scooter&qid=1659784746&sprefix=150cc+sc%2Caps%2C153&sr=8-4&ufe=app\_do%3Aamzn1.fos.765d4786-5719-48b9-b588...

Do all that and upgrade the carb be great idea. Even a 32.99 carb. More power and better acceleration. https://www.amazon.com/Carburetor-Motorcycle-Performance-Universal-Motocross/dp/B09J16X8R8/ref=sr\_1\_9?keywords=gy6%2Bpwk&qid=1659770754&s=automotive&sr=1-9&th=1

Also rollers. Since it's a 50cc 26mm would be the one. Actually a cheaper carb still be much better then the stock. https://www.amazon.com/Carburetor-Motorcycle-Performance-Universal-Motocross/dp/B09J16X8R8/ref=sr\_1\_9?keywords=gy6%2Bpwk&qid=1659770754&s=automotive&sr=1-9&th=1

What scooter is this? You can get a new carb. And be better then what it comes with if it's one of those chinese scooter. For example. You choose the one that will fit. It accelerate faster and give you more power. Cheap price and it's popular. https://www.amazon.com/Carburetor-Motorcycle-Performance-Universal-Motocross/dp/B09J169CN1/ref=sr\_1\_9?keywords=gy6+pwk&qid=1659770754&s=automotive&sr=1-9

Order it from Amazon. Same day delivery. Everybody know Amazon lol. Their the best for speed of delivery. https://www.amazon.com/QuickSilver-8M0060085-Stroke-Synthetic-Motorcycle/dp/B008PN3CT0/ref=sr\_1\_4?crid=35SX7ZAED03US&dd=RusMaPLZEDoAMpmQ4gRw-w%2C%2C&ddc\_refnmnt=pfsd&keywords=10w-50+oil&qid=1659787237&refinements=p\_96%3A101...

A while back I remember someone posting something like this on a food delivery sub. https://www.amazon.com/Rubbermaid-Commercial-Deluxe-Cleaning-FG315488BLA/dp/B00006ICOT/ref=sr_1_4?crid=GI8KRIPYYNNQ&keywords=drink+carrier&qid=1659659551&sprefix=drink+carrier%2Caps%2C148&sr=8-4

or this

Something like This? Or were you thinking more like This one?

Just saw your comment, curious what mirrors you ended up going with. After trying a bunch of sets these are the ones that worked best for me:

https://www.amazon.com/SPAUTO-Motorcycle-Universal-Compatible-Coolster/dp/B08M9Q2YNQ/ref=sr_1_31?crid=2O1BO1H94FYEM&keywords=motorcycle+mirrors&qid=1659459024&sprefix=motorcycle+mirrors%2Caps%2C109&sr=8-31

Its very nice being able to see what's behind you. Not sure why they even include the trash ones it comes with.

I wear a Fenix brand headlamp and it works great. I removed the top strap, don’t find it necessary but it’s 950 lumens and the battery really lasts, you can also buy a second battery as backup. It’s nice to be able to see clearly wherever you look left to right and not just right in front of you.

https://www.amazon.com/Rechargeable-Headlamp-Charging-LumenTac-Organizer/dp/B01BKZDO4W/ref=mp_s_a_1_1_sspa?crid=W6AGTQOFGCI9&keywords=fenix+headlamp&qid=1659394318&sprefix=fenix+headlamp%2Caps%2C125&sr=8-1-spons&ufe=app_do%3Aam...

That is a highly optional part installed only on US engines. I suggest removing it and capping the muffler stalk it’s attached to with this, half-filled with a bed of JB Weld, for adhesion and sealing.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B016Y8OI7M/

Can’t say for actually parts, but I have waterproof pants, bag, and jacket. Gloves you should drop the money on bc even the most “water resistant” gloves will get wet if you’re riding for 20 min in the rain. There are also these glove-handy “windshield wipers” that I use to flick water off my helmet: https://www.amazon.com/Show-Chrome-Accessories-Finger-Visor/dp/B0022ZJTKS

Use your rear brake for slippery manholes or metal plates you get caught on unexpectedly or can’t avoid in the rain. Someone said no painted lines, they’re right, they’re too slick.

so I think these are cheap replacements,

https://www.amazon.com/YNEGSDE-Pieces-Assortment-Motorcycle-Scooter/dp/B08BC3N58F/ref=sr_1_2_sspa

but I think that these might be more reliable

https://www.amazon.com/AKIHISA-Automotive-Silicone-Fasteners-Assortment/dp/B08CZF7H2L/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?

if you have the tube measurement you can buy the specific ones and save some money

That's weird. Gasoline is yellowish too.

Sometimes I simply open float chamber so any possible dirt can flow out.

Like other user said, you should cut the tube and fix it again. Maybe you want to drain all the gas before. With something like this

https://www.amazon.com/REACH-AUTO-PARTS-Portable-Transfer/dp/B07X43WK2B

Don't worry, you can get cheap one, it works. Your local car shops should have it

Hmm. Now that you mention it, the stock plug was a single electrode CR7HS and I put in a new plug, which MAY have been the plug from the ignition coil kit https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00EO0RN5M

OR from the carb kit. I had the parts box mixed together. I have a spare orange plug A7TC which may be from the coil kit or the carb kit. Would that stop the top end? It's idling fine and running fine powerband-wise up until that top speed. The plug wouldn't stall out an engine at 30mph though right? if it were running rough or stalling maybe.

a little expensive, just head to your local car store and buy a tube that looks like this:

https://www.amazon.com/Valvoline-SynPower-Synthetic-Automotive-Grease/dp/B000CQ4DK0/ref=sr_1_29?crid=3J4NYJMWATUQX&keywords=grease+motorcycle+red&qid=1658259716&s=automotive&sprefix=grease+motorcycle+red%2Cautomotive%2C36&sr=1-29

its like $5 dollars and itll last you forever for normal applications (unless youre in a shop).

I found manuals for both 125 and 200 models, both say you can use 10W-30 up to 10W-50.

So, use 10W-40 for now and order some for next time. This 6-pack is about $8.50 per quart. Or this gallon jug is about $10 per quart.

You might get lucky and find some store brand at Walmart or something.

Doe the missing part you're referring to look like this.
If so not dead sure it'd work, but the whole GY6 engine setup is based off Honda & ..Amazon so return it if it doesn't fit. Could even go fancy and try the Prima magnet setup, but I'll note that didn't work for my bike.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08D8CTY79?psc=1&ref=ppx\_yo2ov\_dt\_b\_product\_details

This might help, as might this, or similar, for your GY6 if you can't find the numbers for an identical one under a different name.
GY6 (Cheap Chinese) Scoots are rare usually in name only, the bike design, built with parts of varying quality, is sold under a variety of names.

Good GPS tracking always requires a paid service of some kind to provide the 4G/LTE mobile service, at a minimum, to rely the location data to you or some servers. There is NO good GPS vehicle tracking service that's free. There's no free LTE/4G service at all, that I know of.

I have the cheapest available 4G/LTE service that's designed specifically for GPS tracking usage. That's the Speedtalk Mobile GPS Tracker SIM and service for $5/month.

Note that there are a lot of 2G GPS trackers that are now useless because 2G service was shutdown last year. You must get a 4G tracker and service for these to work in the USA. Unfortunately, the 2G devices are still being sold and customers don't know that they don't work any more when they try to use them.

The 4G tracker that I use doesn't require a subscription service for the tracking part. It only requires the 4G sim and service.

There are many trackers with very expensive subscription services that include the 4G data plan. These can cost 10-20times more than what I pay.

The tracker I have is this one: 4G GPS tracker with 10,000mAh rechargeable lithium-ion battery. It can do tracking for about a month with no external power.

I have this on my roughhouse. It was $30 in March. Still a good price

https://www.amazon.com/Scooter-Windshield-Plastic-mounting-hardware/dp/B00TG9JMQE?pd_rd_w=ICRJv&content-id=amzn1.sym.94349326-ca8a-4b0d-94f0-6931485b8573&pf_rd_p=94349326-ca8a-4b0d-94f0-6931485b8573&pf_rd_r=K7Z81V66E31VWNC3KQ03&pd_...

It looks like the one I got for mine on Amazon, though I paid $25 less than what it's being sold for now.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08TWNNYWZ/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

You can buy nicer ones, this one was reasonably priced.