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Post by drawkward on Jan 29, 2010 11:19:20 GMT -5
Got some snow coming my way tonight. Going to give me a chance to do my rope around the tire trick again. I'll take a picture this time for you guys ;D maybe a vid.
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Post by 90GTVert on Jan 29, 2010 11:29:26 GMT -5
Definitely show us what you're up to. Be careful out there.
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Post by drawkward on Jan 29, 2010 11:41:37 GMT -5
Thanks, and Always. Won't let anything happen to this scooter, after seeing what a few wrecks did to my brother's. I'm sure I would be fine, but these scooters don't like going down.
I was debating the video, because I look so funny keeping my feet almost on the ground and sitting towards the front so I can reach the ground. lmao
If we get enough snow I'll definitely make a video to show you guys how well it works. It's pretty awesome.
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Post by zedooo on Jan 29, 2010 12:41:36 GMT -5
Ropes on Tires? can you explain this  |
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Post by drawkward on Jan 29, 2010 14:49:28 GMT -5
It's like putting chains on your tires. I wrap a rope around the rim and tire all they way around, gives it tons of grip in the snow. Rope lasts about 2 days then needs to be replaced (Depending on quality). I'll get you pictures if and when it snows.
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Post by zedooo on Jan 29, 2010 18:55:44 GMT -5
hahaahhah make snow tires, isn't that better? I did it for a bicycle before... |
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Post by drawkward on Jan 30, 2010 13:20:32 GMT -5
 If you click the image below you can view the full resolution.  I did a video, but it kinda sucks. I want to do another one with a better angle. The buzzing sound is my carb hitting the frame, and the camera vibrating on the scoot. At the end the scooter cuts out on me. I checked it out, I'm not getting spark. I didn't have my back fender on, so my engine was COMPLETELY covered in snow. I'm guessing a short somewhere. Should I expect a damaged part? I blew it off with the leaf blower, put the fender back on, and put a heater under it in the garage. Can't wait to get back out ;D |
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Post by 90GTVert on Jan 30, 2010 15:54:43 GMT -5
It must work to some degree 'cause you can get moving. That's what I had trouble with on little bikes with similar tires. I still wouldn't trust it much, but I guess you can get around. We've got plenty of snow here so far today, but I think I'll stay in the house.
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Post by Fox on Jan 30, 2010 19:00:55 GMT -5
Strap a snowboard to the front wheel!  |
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Post by drawkward on Jan 31, 2010 3:11:35 GMT -5
I'd do it.
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Post by 90GTVert on Jan 31, 2010 8:38:56 GMT -5
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Post by 2strokd on Jan 31, 2010 8:39:15 GMT -5
Looks like fun. Another way to race, i like it!
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Post by Fox on Jan 31, 2010 10:44:31 GMT -5
I've seen these things for a few years now coming out of China. If I lived back east I might consider getting one if parts are easy to get. I never researched them really... It comes in an air cooled 200cc:  And a WC 250cc:  |
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Post by 90GTVert on Jan 31, 2010 11:05:00 GMT -5
Pretty neat, but an expensive toy for a few weeks out of the year here. I know some folks with snowmobiles that live around here... The price on some of them is comparable to a motorcycle. Hmmm sportbike or snowmobile.... 3 wks or most of the year... hmmmm. I just can't see the appeal for that stuff unless you get 6 months of snow or you just have a lot of money.
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Post by drawkward on Jan 31, 2010 13:35:48 GMT -5
Yeah - Which is why I thought the scooter one was pretty neat. I mean the kit can't cost THAT much... Hell - you could make your own kit.
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