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Post by smooch on Oct 23, 2019 14:22:17 GMT -5
I need a 150cc scooter with a 50cc frame. I know taotao has the powermax 150cc on the 50cc frame. Is there any other companies that make these little gems for us short people? The powermax does 55+ mph. I have the need for speed so I'm looking for something with big kahunas!!!
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Post by tiny on Oct 23, 2019 19:02:00 GMT -5
KYMCO has the Super8 that came as a 50 & 150 same frame i believe also the Like was a 50 & 200(165cc). The Sento was a 50 & 110
Piaggios LT & Fly came as a 50/150.
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Post by smooch on Oct 24, 2019 18:54:36 GMT -5
Wow! The Kymco came with a 200cc on a 50cc frame? Do you know which models the Kymco and Piagio are? I want to know what to look for!!. I've been looking at used scoots and haven't come across anything of that nature. I'm short and I need a entry level 150cc. I'm used to my 83cc but not fast enough. The small 150 I should be safe on that!! I'm 63yrs old.
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Post by smooch on Oct 24, 2019 18:56:41 GMT -5
Sorry I see you mentioned the models. I'm old and things take a bit to sink in. My apologies
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Post by iwannascoot on Oct 24, 2019 19:55:50 GMT -5
Genuine makes their Buddy with several different engines from a 50 cc 2 stroke to the 170 fuel injected 4 stroke that runs about 65 mph.
Billy
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Post by pinkscoot on Oct 24, 2019 20:12:20 GMT -5
A Vespa ET4 or LX150 are the same frames as the 50cc a little heavier because of the 150 engine but they ride just like them. I believe the Piaggio Fly 150 I think uses the same frame as the 50. Don't expect better than 55mph out of the 150.
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Post by smooch on Feb 14, 2020 13:54:05 GMT -5
I'm looking for something with the 50cc frame that's affordable. I'm on disability but I absolutely love scooting. The only thing I found that fit the bill was the Taotao powermax 150cc. It the ugliest scoot I've seen but its under $900 shipped. I can't find anything used. They are way overpriced for used scoots. Anybody have a used well maintained small 150cc for sale?
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Post by dexameth on Feb 14, 2020 14:31:17 GMT -5
I second the Buddy 170i - fuel injected 170cc on 10" wheels and a small frame... WEEEEEEE
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Post by smooch on Feb 14, 2020 20:51:10 GMT -5
I wanted to see how the 12" wheels were. They say it handles much better, more like a motorcycle. I think the 50cc scoots are too dangerous. I hope it handles nice for some nice long scooty rides with the 150cc power to stay up with traffic. Any input about making that transition and how it worked out are very welcome. Thanks guys
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Post by smooch on Feb 14, 2020 21:07:12 GMT -5
By the way dexameth that looks like a nice little scoot your on from what I can see of it. Is it a vespa? Is a 150cc 2 stroke faster than a 4 stroke 150cc? I'm just curious. I can't imagine driving a 170cc on a 50cc frame with 10" wheels. How fast is it? I thought the 10" tires were only rated for 62mph.
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Post by iwannascoot on Feb 15, 2020 7:08:16 GMT -5
My Buddy 170i will run about 65mph gps. The speedometer is quite optimistic.
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Post by fuzzyruttin on Feb 15, 2020 8:56:03 GMT -5
I don't currently have one, but 2 strokes are f$%cking fast. If you want speed and small displacement.
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Post by smooch on Feb 15, 2020 12:36:56 GMT -5
Do most of the popular selling 150cc scooters come as 2t also? I like the Taotaos. What's cheap nice looking and small for 2t options. I'm not familiar with them and I'm short 5'5" and a very tight budget. Anyone?
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Post by jbjhillbilly on Feb 15, 2020 14:09:27 GMT -5
If you see one, the Kymco Compangno 110 is a great bike. Agility 125 is usually under $1000 as well.
Most here will tell you to steer clear of TaoTao and other ChiCom scooters. They have spotty quality control - some will last forever, and others will last a month.
The only 2t larger displacement scooters of recent vintage is the Genuine Rattler 110, and the Stella. The 4t Stella is not anywhere near as good.
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Post by Zino on Feb 15, 2020 14:56:27 GMT -5
How mechanically inclined are you ?
If you buy one of offbrands you might have to do a lot of your own work to keep it on the road .
Some shops refuse to work on the Tao Tao's so keep that in mind .
I would peruse Facebook or craiglist and look at the Japanese Brands first .
Honda and Yamaha are top quality You will pay top dollar and when you decide to sell they are easy to sell.
Next Up is the Taiwan Brands
TGB ,Kymco ,Genuine these also have dealer support very good quality price will be less .
The Taiwanese brands and Japanese brands have multiple suppliers for parts also.
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