new to the group, looking for a new to me scoot!
Posted: Tue Sep 22, 2015 6:42 am
Hi All-
Thanks for having a user group with some valuable information!
My name is Eric and am in the market for a scoter and have been looking for many months now. More research than test rides. A buddy got me excited about his 80'S Riva 125, that has led to an obsessive look into the world of scooting. Most of my riding has taken place in travels to Asia, so it will certainly be different back in the Midwest, the heartland of the USA.
I am stuck in the lust for power of a 250, the modern ideals of the SH, and the quandary of vintage vs. new.
My research and riding has led me to the ch250, a light and lean battle machine. it is fun but aging oh so gracefully. kind of like me. Somehow, I found the CH150i. A great looking machine with new technology! I believe as well, looking forward it has the appeal and opportunity to gather the same cult following.
I can turn wrenches and plan on it, but by no means a mechanic. I want an easy bike to work on within my limits. With either choice modifications would be needed: suspension and everything else looked at on an older bike, new modifications for speed and general upkeep on a newer model. I will most likely become obsessive on this end as well, and someone in the future will get a well cared for gem of a bike.
As for riding, mostly city and country roads in the flat Midwest. Really no interstate travel.
Am I just down to personal feel and aesthetics? Does it really make sense to have a 30 y.o. commuter? Help!
Thanks for any and all help-
Thanks for having a user group with some valuable information!
My name is Eric and am in the market for a scoter and have been looking for many months now. More research than test rides. A buddy got me excited about his 80'S Riva 125, that has led to an obsessive look into the world of scooting. Most of my riding has taken place in travels to Asia, so it will certainly be different back in the Midwest, the heartland of the USA.
I am stuck in the lust for power of a 250, the modern ideals of the SH, and the quandary of vintage vs. new.
My research and riding has led me to the ch250, a light and lean battle machine. it is fun but aging oh so gracefully. kind of like me. Somehow, I found the CH150i. A great looking machine with new technology! I believe as well, looking forward it has the appeal and opportunity to gather the same cult following.
I can turn wrenches and plan on it, but by no means a mechanic. I want an easy bike to work on within my limits. With either choice modifications would be needed: suspension and everything else looked at on an older bike, new modifications for speed and general upkeep on a newer model. I will most likely become obsessive on this end as well, and someone in the future will get a well cared for gem of a bike.
As for riding, mostly city and country roads in the flat Midwest. Really no interstate travel.
Am I just down to personal feel and aesthetics? Does it really make sense to have a 30 y.o. commuter? Help!
Thanks for any and all help-