Ice Bear 50 vs 150?

[kevino]

I've had the Ice Bear 49cc scooter for 2 years.  How does the 150 differ?  Videos say it's faster (duh) but is the gearing different.  More like a  motorcycle?   Is there a Variator?    Is there a clutch pedal? 

TIA,

kpo

[sToRm]

It’s way faster but still functions the exact same way.
Still automatic, no clutch pedal.
Still has a variator and roller weights.
Might need a motorcycle license, depending on state dmv laws.

[90GTVert]

As sToRm said, the 150 is basically like the 50... but with more power. The engines are very similar. You can't mix and match parts, but the 139QMB is often called the GY6 50. The 150 is a GY6. Unfortunately it's not 3X as fast, but a 150 should be capable of 50MPH cruising. That said, I owned a 150 for a bit and tried to use it as a motorcycle and found it unpleasant for 50MPH roads because I was wide open throttle so much and still couldn't keep with traffic with any headwind or incline. I could go 60+ at times, but there just wasn't enough power to fight any obstacles. IMO they're nice city bikes or leisure cruisers. A bit slow for 50MPH roads and above.

[kevino]

Thanks for the replies. I guess I should look into a BBK to allow it to keep up with street traffic but not interstate speeds. If I wanna go 85MPH I should buy a 650cc or better bike.

kpo

[Petro]

Jun 22, 2022 12:32:07 GMT -5 kevino said:

Thanks for the replies. I guess I should look into a BBK to allow it to keep up with street traffic but not interstate speeds. If I wanna go 85MPH I should buy a 650cc or better bike.

kpo

I would go 150 instead of BBK. Better fuel mileage and lower rpm.
I have a 150 here in Sweden and contrary to what is said above it is not only the engine that is different. The shocks all around is (much) better quality (and works smooth), the lights is comparing night and day. Might only be here in Sweden when I think about it though...

[oldscool63]

I'd go with a 150 cc engine...THEN a BBK to push it up to 171 cc. You'll be glad you did!