How many Scoots have you owned?

[Admin]

Alright guys, another poll. Just wondering.. how many scooters have you owned in your lifetime?

[inuyasha]

Hi Mike
In 44 years of riding motorbikes a lot
At present date ive owed 25 proper scoots with numerous other types of motorbikes in the past. at present i have 2 proper scoots a motorcycle and a motorized bike in the stable
Hoping to add a few more scoots and motorbikes this year
I love any vehicle with an engine and 2 wheels
Take care and ride safely dear friend
Yours Hank

[willbuild]

Got my first one in January, A Sym Mio 50cc. After a month past my learners licence and got a Sym Mio 100cc. After another month I got a Piaggio Fly 150cc which I will keep for a while. The two Sym scooters are now for sale. So that is 3 scooters in 3 months,

[dude]

I have 12 as of today. Maybe half run lol

[prodigit]

I've had 4 so far. Bicycles, and motorcycles too, and now a motorized bicycle too; and 2 mopeds.

[50cc]

Three

[redhandmoto]

ummm...11, but only two at present.

Genuine Buddy 150, Vespa GTS 250ie, Yama Vino 125, Honda Met 50, 2 Yama C3s, Yama Zuma 125 (kitted), Honda PS250 Big Ruckus, Tomos ST (almost a scooter), Vino 49 Classic, Honda PCX150.

The PCX150 is still in break-in; fast, corners very well.

All-around "best"? Honda Big Ruckus, with JCosta variator and up-jet. Lamentably sold to meet a financial crisis.

Never learned to love the Vespa, though it was powerful, smooth, and well-built; just not a good fit for me.

Best 49? Wife's 2013 Vino Classic. LC, EFI; accleration is fantastic for a 4T 49.

[scootnwinn]

Do motorcycles count?? I have always called them scoots...

[prodigit]

ummm...11, but only two at present.

Genuine Buddy 150, Vespa GTS 250ie, Yama Vino 125, Honda Met 50, 2 Yama C3s, Yama Zuma 125 (kitted), Honda PS250 Big Ruckus, Tomos ST (almost a scooter), Vino 49 Classic, Honda PCX150.

The PCX150 is still in break-in; fast, corners very well.

All-around "best"? Honda Big Ruckus, with JCosta variator and up-jet. Lamentably sold to meet a financial crisis.

Never learned to love the Vespa, though it was powerful, smooth, and well-built; just not a good fit for me.

Best 49? Wife's 2013 Vino Classic. LC, EFI; accleration is fantastic for a 4T 49.

Interested to know how the 49cc efi performed!
MPG, top speed?

[millsc]

Ive had six scooters now down to two that are mine and one that is my steps sons, sold the others

[chindog]

I'm on my first scooter now. I didn't include all the (one) motorcycles I owned in the past.

[mrmike]

First had a 450cc Honda back in 1974. Had that about 3 years.Bought a Harley FXSTD in 2000 and had that for 13 years. Got too heavy for me so I bought a Kymco People 150 last year. Loved the scooter, but not quite enough top end for the interstates. Sold it last fall and bought a new 2012 Kymco People GTI300. Only have 200 miles on it so far, but I love it. I'm 69 so it will probably be my last one.

[redhandmoto]

Interested to know how the 49cc efi performed!
MPG, top speed?

The '12 Vino Classic accelerates amazingly well - much more quickly than the carbed '09 Met she had before, and even faster than the C3 (which ostensibly has the same engine/drive train)...but this one has not been derestricted, and the restricter washer holds the top end right at 36mph. It just gets there real quickly, even with me aboard (5' 11", 185lbs), and handles hilly local streets more ably. MPG? Haven't really paid attention so far...

That washer will come off at the first service when my wife finishes getting the break-in miles (and thus has more riding experience). I expect that it'll top out around 43/4-something then.

Cycles/bikes...'64 C110 Super Cub, '68 C77 305, '08 Rebel, '06 VT750CB, '06 DR-Z400SM...all gone now

[prodigit]

Yeah, fuel injection injects fuel and air into the cylinder causing a slight overpressure, as opposed to a carb version, where the cylinder due to a vacuum sucks the fuel/air mixture in.
This effect you have with fuel injection is similar to the effect of a mild turbo; especially noticeable in the low end.
It's like having the power of a 66cc kit with having only a 49cc cylinder.

[richardthescooter1]

Only one so far:( but I want more:)

[jct842]

I think my count is only 6 scooters if I remember right. No idea about how many motorcycles though, been riding 55 years and had most all of them all but a harley, the biggest an 86 aspencade and fastest a 1200cc bandit. jjohn

[happyoldscoot]

3 scooters since 2010 - Buddy 150, SymRV250 and my present Yamaha Majesty 400. In the '70's I started with motorcycles: a Honda CB125, CB 165; CB200, CB550K (all used).

[blueboy5000]

11.

I currently own two, my wife has one, my dad, brother, sister, and brother in law all own scoots too which I do all the work to.

My current scoot is a Roketa/Baccio mc-23-150, my wife has a 2013 BMS Roman 150, and my project is a Redstreak 80cc Venice.

[techie610]

I have had many motorbikes..
Even a YZ80 :D
But as far as Scooters, 4.

[scootnwinn]

Yeah, fuel injection injects fuel and air into the cylinder causing a slight overpressure, as opposed to a carb version, where the cylinder due to a vacuum sucks the fuel/air mixture in.
This effect you have with fuel injection is similar to the effect of a mild turbo; especially noticeable in the low end.
It's like having the power of a 66cc kit with having only a 49cc cylinder.

Uhm Fuel injection injects fuel, hence the name. In most scooters it injects fuel into a throttle body the vacuum from the engine still sucks through this body. Not sure which system you're talking about?

[lykos23]

I've got 3. Two 2ts and one 63cc 4t.

I've got a DiBlasi foldable scooter, which is more like a minibike than anything. Then I've got The Honda Zook, which is similar to a go-ped, but is still a scooter somehow.

Then I've got my favorite; my Bashan Peace Sports 50, with an NGK Iridium spark plug, orange ignition coil, newmotoz racing cdi, 85jet, openflow filter, 9g sliders, and ghetto-rigged pc speakers acting as a stereo system.

[inuyasha]

Uhm Fuel injection injects fuel, hence the name. In most scooters it injects fuel into a throttle body the vacuum from the engine still sucks through this body. Not sure which system you're talking about?
Hi Rob
Sounds like hes talking about a DiTech engine
http://www.scootnfast.com/scooter/Technical/Ditech_Ins_Outs.htm
Take care and ride safely dear friend
Yours Hank

[scootnwinn]

Still no injection of air the action of the crank sucks in air...

[inuyasha]

Still no injection of air the action of the crank sucks in air...
Hi Rob
Did you fully read and understand the article
Direct qoute
In the top of the motor, there is a mini air compressor. This compressor pressurizes air from the crank to approximately 85PSI and pumps it into the injection head (purple). The fuel is also pressurized by a fuel pump and this pressurized gas goes to the fuel injector. Then the compressed air is introduced to the gas by the air injector. Then the pressurized mixture of air and gas is shot into the cylinder (orange) which atomizes the gas into a very light mist, which gives you faster burning, more horsepower, and less fuel consumption.
Take care and ride safely dear friend
Yours Hank

[scootnwinn]

Ok I see it. Not a typical 4 stroke configuration, quite ingenious actually. Is this the system used on Chinese Scooters. Doesn't look like it would really even work with a 4 stroke. I have been wrong before though...

[inuyasha]

Ok I see it. Not a typical 4 stroke configuration, quite ingenious actually. Is this the system used on Chinese Scooters. Doesn't look like it would really even work with a 4 stroke. I have been wrong before though...
Hi
This is proprietary Aprilia technology and found on no other engines only the 2 stroke DiTech used on the Aprilia SR 50
http://www.motorscooter.com.au/html/news/aprilia/sr50/ditech.htm
Take care and ride safely dear friend
Yours Hank

[scootnwinn]

Thanks Hank always a joy.

[Dragonsparks]

Hi all, Not counting all the motor bikes. I've had two. My first is a 49cc fold up & #2 is 09 fashion.

Nice link hank. Taught me something new. Thanks
LOL>>>Priceless...:thanks:
Dave

[Houndguy]

Three....but 1 got wrecked due to an idiot. Funny thing is that I can't imagine NOT owning a scooter now.

It's in the blood.

[wheelbender6]

I have owned 3 motorcycles and a motorized motorcycle, but I'm on my first scooter.

[tinstar]

I've had two scooters, one mini-bike, and four motorcycles. I traded my mini-bike to my cousin for a red and white scooter with a three speed on the left handle grip. It was really cool, but I have no idea what the brand was. It was many, MANY years ago. All I cared about at the time is that it ran and it was fun!

[cmoreoke]

do chinese scooters count?

[Gimpdog]

Well, here is a good reappearance of a good poll!!
I assume any motorized scoot would count, right?

I couldn't vote, tho, because I don't don't have a single scoot or ride! I have extreme limited shoulder mobility so I don't even drive a car. But I can dream of the day when I can finally ride, can't I?

[ozarkman]

Own a few but this is one of my favorites as a Urban Assault Vechile.

http://i305.photobucket.com/albums/nn203/ozarkman1/c3574e89-f238-4799-8591-2b07a504bd1c.jpg (http://s305.photobucket.com/user/ozarkman1/media/c3574e89-f238-4799-8591-2b07a504bd1c.jpg.html)

[cheapeto]

One chinagirl still got her. A pair of Honda PS250's, but sold one a few months ago.
My PS250, is here for good, the love of my 2wheeled life.

[ozarkman]

Another top favorite of mine for it's all around comfort and versatility, plus

http://i305.photobucket.com/albums/nn203/ozarkman1/57c4e4f4-ff11-42bc-b493-dc9149698ea5.jpg (http://s305.photobucket.com/user/ozarkman1/media/57c4e4f4-ff11-42bc-b493-dc9149698ea5.jpg.html)

it's interstate ready. Very capable scooter for a wide variety of task.

[thumper650]

Another top favorite of mine for it's all around comfort and versatility, plus

http://i305.photobucket.com/albums/nn203/ozarkman1/57c4e4f4-ff11-42bc-b493-dc9149698ea5.jpg (http://s305.photobucket.com/user/ozarkman1/media/57c4e4f4-ff11-42bc-b493-dc9149698ea5.jpg.html)

it's interstate ready. Very capable scooter for a wide variety of task.
Looks like somebody went to Aldi's.
I ride my scooter there all the time. : )

[gebe]

Own a few but this is one of my favorites as a Urban Assault Vechile.

http://i305.photobucket.com/albums/nn203/ozarkman1/c3574e89-f238-4799-8591-2b07a504bd1c.jpg (http://s305.photobucket.com/user/ozarkman1/media/c3574e89-f238-4799-8591-2b07a504bd1c.jpg.html)

I like!

After over 30 motorcycles since I bought my first one in 1963, I'm on my first scooter and I'm HOOKED! I just love the thing. If this one ever wears out I'll be looking for a 150cc Vespa Classic.

[yayforscooters]

I've had about 4 scooters. I got my first scooter when I was 16. That one lasted for a while. I have had 3 since then. Only 4 in nearly 6 years. Is that a lot? Actually, I think 4 scooters in six years is kind of a lot.

[ScooterGirl]

I am new to scooters. I have only owned one scooter, and I got it within the past year. I plan on owning more in the future.

[Frank Castle]

just 1 so far, love riding motorcycles and scoots

[Frank Castle]

Own a few but this is one of my favorites as a Urban Assault Vechile.

http://i305.photobucket.com/albums/nn203/ozarkman1/c3574e89-f238-4799-8591-2b07a504bd1c.jpg (http://s305.photobucket.com/user/ozarkman1/media/c3574e89-f238-4799-8591-2b07a504bd1c.jpg.html)

thats a beauty, perfect for fighting zombies

[ng5y]

Alright guys, another poll. Just wondering.. how many scooters have you owned in your lifetime?

My TaoTao Evo 150 is the first and only scooter I have had.

I had a moped when I was 15. 50CC job with pedals.

I had a hondamatic 400 motorcycle and should have never sold that one.
I had a suziki and a honda 500 at one time or another.

Went more than 20 years with no motorized 2 wheeled vehicle at all.

[Neo]

Two

[savy09]

I've had 2 so far, a 50cc ZENEN Motorino, and a150cc Xingyue Vogue/Automoto trike, that I really love to ride. Moving to Florida end of this month and can't wait to ride all the "safe" roads, like A1A, stop at an occasional beach…etc,etc. It's a tough life but somebody has to do it.
Oh, riding scooters 6 yrs now…going on 78 and want to ride more.more.more. I think I'm addicted!

My new mod idea for Florida. What do you think guys?

[gitsum]

Yeah, fuel injection injects fuel and air into the cylinder causing a slight overpressure, as opposed to a carb version, where the cylinder due to a vacuum sucks the fuel/air mixture in.
This effect you have with fuel injection is similar to the effect of a mild turbo; especially noticeable in the low end.
It's like having the power of a 66cc kit with having only a 49cc cylinder.

The fuel is injected under high pressure in a fog like spray. The air is pulled through the throttle body by the vacuum from the piston, same as a carb set up. No turbo charged effect.

Fuel injection is better at metering a more precise fuel mixture, therefore by design allowing more efficient combustion which usually means better performance/fuel economy. Unfortunately most fuel injected motorcycles/scooters are set up borderline lean to pass emissions. This often negates the performance advantages of fuel injection over a well tuned carburetor, but fuel economy is usually better. Scooters with carbs are often set up with the same lean conditions, but it is a simple matter of rejetting to get optimum performance. Not always so easy to do with fuel injection.

To get back on topic, I've owned about 10 scooters, not counting another 10 or so motorcycles.

[epyon96r]

Besides better metering, fuel injection provides better efficiency by atomizing the fuel so it burns more completely or something like that.

[epyon96r]

Oh and when I took the poll I only ha. One scoot, but now I can say ive owned two!

[Luke]

i owned 3 japanese 50cc scoots, 2 strokes,,Honda dio 123/
i owned one chinese scooter.(i want to forget my experience with it)
Now my only active scooter is Yamaha Morphous 250cc...i loveet

[Irish]

Do motorcycles count?? I have always called them scoots...

My N.E. friends always called motorcycles scooters also! I have been riding (street,track,dirt, etc) since I was 15. I'm 71 now & it's just street. I wouldn't even try to guess how many motorcycles that I've owned. All I know is that it's a lot!:hmm::shrug::tup::yay: Irish
P.S.I built a lot of motorcycles also but I did it in N.H. & it wasn't a Title state then so I sold them with just a Bill of Sale. It's a Title State now.

[Modene]

13 --from mini bike ,dirt bikes, street bikes, dual purpose bikes & last two Scoots.

[Modene]

13 counting motorcycles

[kz1000st]

I guess I own three if you count the Kymco project. Otherwise I own two outstanding Chinese scooters.

[bandito2]

In total, 1 Motorcycle, Honda CB450 (don't remember what year) and 9 scooters.
Yamaha Riva 200
Yamaha Razz 50cc
1987 Honda Helix
2001 Honda Reflex (2 of them, but sold one)
Currently own
2001 Honda Reflex (basket case right now):ugh:
2004 Honda Reflex sport (needs stator installed & plastics fixed)
2006 Honda Reflex Sport ABS (Sweet ride! sometimes pulls singlewheel trailer)
2007 Honda Reflex Sport (being modified with Vetter streamlining)
2006 Honda FSC600A Silverwing (ABS) (my main ride... a little rough around the
edges, (40K+ miles) but it gets me where I want to go):scoot:

[Modene]

Ten

[Irish]

First had a 450cc Honda back in 1974. Had that about 3 years.Bought a Harley FXSTD in 2000 and had that for 13 years. Got too heavy for me so I bought a Kymco People 150 last year. Loved the scooter, but not quite enough top end for the interstates. Sold it last fall and bought a new 2012 Kymco People GTI300. Only have 200 miles on it so far, but I love it. I'm 69 so it will probably be my last one.

You THINK that it will be your last one! I'm 71 & I have bought two recently.:yay::shrug: Irish