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Post by vegasteve on Nov 23, 2019 10:46:17 GMT -5
I tried searching for this, and I don’t think anyone has answered it.
I’m looking to buy a lower priced scooter. I’m only going to use it for to and from work. 2.6 miles each way
I’m a heavy guy about 450#
The weight limit is listed at 350# on the scooters I’m looking at.
What is the danger of driving one over the weight limit?
Will it just go slower? Will it not hold my weight?
I’m afraid if I ask a salesman, they will just tell me whatever to get me to buy it.
I’m going to be working out and losing weight (my new apartment has a gym I plan to use daily) so I should be able to get to the weight limit at some point.
I just don’t want to get killed or throw money away.
Any help is appreciated
I’m looking at the 50cc version, because I don’t really want to have to get a motorcycle license. Also, I don’t want it to be super fast, I just need to get to and from work safely.
Thank you
Steve
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Post by Zino on Nov 23, 2019 11:17:39 GMT -5
Peruse craigslist
Take a few different sizes for a ride . Take some turns brake hard from different speeds .
50cc 2 stroke a 50 cc 4 stroke and a 125 cc or 150 cc 4 stroke .
You would be overloading the suspension your handling and braking would suffer .
I have rode a few times on a small motorcyle/mini bike with a extra passenger and it could get very sketchy .
The 50 cc engines take off and get up and go would be dangerously slow .
I feel the 50 cc 4 strokes are dangerously slow at any weight.
The 125 would be comparable to a 70 cc 2 stroke and might get you in a comfortable range in overall performance as far as take off and getaway speed .
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Post by tortoise2 on Nov 23, 2019 11:22:20 GMT -5
looking at the 50cc version, because I don’t really want to have to get a motorcycle license If you reside in Las Vegas . . rent a 50cc to determine compatibility. Speculating you WILL regret not selecting at least a 125cc! You will never regret taking a Basic Rider Course. Include Foremost in your insurance research. |
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Post by 'O'Verse on Nov 23, 2019 13:53:42 GMT -5
Im 280lbs normally and I ride a 50cc based frame scoot. Modified to go a lot faster partially due to my weight already restricting these small engine displacements. No offense but even at 280lbs my body size doesn't look good on a 50cc. Safety wise it's a small bike I can man handle it all day. You could too. Good brakes and an upgraded suspension does fine. Could a highly modified 50cc based scooter ride you around at your size. Yes ofcoarse. But I doubt it would be remotely comfortable for you. I'd probably look at bigger framed displacement scooters. Atleast 125cc and up. If you have the money and time try a Yamaha Zuma 125cc or a name brand 250cc like Honda. See if that has enough oomf for ya to get around safely. The frames are a bit larger and way more comfortable to ride around on. Hope this helps.
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Post by jackrides on Nov 23, 2019 14:29:20 GMT -5
tortise2 is right on. (oh, the pain of it) A MC license is no big deal and the Basic Rider Course may very well save your life. Best wishes for you on your goals. Some Dr advice will help. You Can do it!!
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Post by aeroxbud on Nov 23, 2019 17:35:56 GMT -5
Not saying that you could not do it on a 50cc. But it will struggle. And most are quite small.
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Post by 90GTVert on Nov 23, 2019 19:04:32 GMT -5
I'm 300lb and a 49cc 4T was over 23 seconds 0-30MPH stock. With minor tuning, about 18-20 seconds. For comparison, most stock sedans, SUVs, etc... will be about 6-10 seconds 0- 60MPH. I'd imagine you could expect 25-30 seconds 0-30MPH with additional weight. The first day that I got my first scooter, a Chinese 2-stroke, I put someone on the back and we were over 400lbs total. The acceleration even with the more powerful 2T 50 was leisurely at best. It would still get 40MPH top end though. Long story short; if you want to be anywhere near keeping up with traffic around town then consider at least a 125cc. You'd really be pushing it on the small scoots for safety IMO. Aside from the speed, everything is stressed with a lot of weight and the brakes don't work as well. I think I'm stress testing scoots at my size.  |
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Post by jloi on Nov 23, 2019 19:10:52 GMT -5
I have a 150cc 4 stroke and 1 of the things I worry about is having enough power, get up and go to keep up with traffic around me on the road. also drivers are disrespectful of scooters in general. people don't like being behind a " slow ass scooter" and some fools want to really blow by me.I need to be able to get out of the way. I highly recommend at least a 150 cc . not having the power when you need it to negotiate in traffic can be dangerous.it's a great idea to try out some different sizes. good luck
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Post by SMALL CC TEK on Nov 23, 2019 21:27:06 GMT -5
If you get a 50 cc get a Taiwanese scooter Kymco,SYM,Lance and derestrict it. Taiwsnese scooters are heavyduty compared to Chinese 50cc better shocks forks frames etc ... And i said the specific brands because i know you can get them in Vegas . If you can afford it get a 125 maybe a Agility or a Pch 125 the MC license is no biggie.
College of Southern Nevada has them if you buy the scooter you can take the course with your scooter as long as you provide proper insurance at tell them ahead of time what you are wanting to doing . I have snet many people to them with good results .
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