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ChadTower:
We laugh when it's funny. We'll let you know when you achieve that. :-*
Sprucemoose:
Since this thread was started I have bought a 2000 Honda Rebel 250cc bike in order to save money. The bike does not do as well as a scooter on gas, but I consistantly get over 65 mpg city commuting. I choose to only ride when its not raining and/or to cold, but still have saved a lot of cash. The $1200 investment for this bike will pay itself off in a couple of years and because these small bike and scooters stay in demand for good 'first' bikes the resale is great. I still get looks from people on huge "hogs" but they usually give me the friendly wave as if to say, "at least you're riding." Which make me curious...Do any other motorcycles or sccoters wave to you while driving your scooter?
Cakemeister,
I came accros this site that may provide some help for your problem or even future problems. This link deals specifically with your problem and states some common issues:
http://yamahavino125.com/2008/07/01/troubleshooting-yamaha-vino-and-zuma-scooters.aspx
Per the link
Condition 1: Scooter is running a slower top speed than normal. There are several reasons this could be happening. Here are some things to check:
tire pressure (doubtful)
drive belt wear (possible, but should have easily been caught by mechanic)
Worn rollers or vee bushings (not sure about this one. Dont know how long these last)
High mileage or high abuse/conditions motor (doubtful unless you are jumping ramps in those 3.3miles)
Cakemeister:
Thanks for your link.
Sometimes when I see other people riding motorcycles they will give a "low five". I find that amusing.
Cakemeister:
I got the bike back from the shop a few days ago. Essentially they said there was nothing wrong with it and the problems I've been having are temperature-related. They said that when it's cold outside, the bike will accelerate slower and will have a lower top speed.
That seemed weird to me, but it has been warmer the past week or so and the bike has indeed run better since I got it back.
I haven't owned a carbureated vehicle in a long time, is this sluggishness typical of bikes with carbs?
Cakemeister:
Well I've had the scooter for a year.
There's right around 3000 miles on it. It rides really well. The top speed and power reduction when cold was a bit disappointing, but for the most part it has been reliable.
On short trips to and from work, I just wear a helmet, but for longer trips or on busier roads I wear full armored jacket, jeans, gloves, and over-the-ankle boots with the helmet.
I renewed the insurance with liability only. It cost $20.
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