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People 150 / Re: People 150 questions
« on: April 05, 2011, 07:39:09 PM »
The size of a rider will effect the speed as well.
If you are tall and lanky, like me, you make a heck of a sail with your big jacket on.
If you are a petite little gal then you can tuck in for better streamlining.
Downhill with a tail wind is the best fro me. :)

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People 150 / Re: Just bought a new People 150!
« on: April 05, 2011, 07:36:28 PM »
Well you sound excited.  Assuming that the People 150 is working properly, you will like it just fine.
Of course you are crazy...we're all crazy when it comes to motor bikes!

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People 150 / Re: People 150 vs. Super 8 150
« on: April 05, 2011, 07:33:31 PM »
I like my Super 8 150.  I have not ridden the People 150, but I know that it is more expensive and I think it looks a little too plain Jane.
I like the more aggressive style of the Super 8.
Both are probably about the same performance wise.
Pick the one that suits you.

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People 150 / Re: How accurate is your fuel gauge?
« on: April 05, 2011, 07:28:40 PM »
The gauge is accurate to know that you should fill up at 1/4 tank or wherever the red is on your gauge.

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People 150 / Re: New Rider - First Post
« on: April 05, 2011, 07:25:59 PM »
Engines and exhausts get hot.  Stuff gets on engines and exhausts, gets toasted and gives off nasty smells.
The hot smell is normal.  If you see smoke, you have a problem.
Be sure to wash your scooter often to remove gunk.  It is also a good time to inspect the bike.

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Technical | How To / Re: funny thing
« on: March 30, 2011, 04:12:49 PM »
Hmmm, The needle and diaphragm are an integral part of the carburetor.  If you have removed this, there is no way for the system to regulate itself via the vacuum.
My suggestion is to put the needle and diaphragm back.  If you think you want more fuel flow, try "shimming" the needle, so that there is an effective larger opening at the jet.  You can get small washers from Radio Shack that you can place over the base of the needle before you put it back in the needle hole.
I think what you have going on now is just too much fuel all the time.  Your fuel efficiency must be down and I bet your exhaust smells like gas because your probably running too rich.  It is not starting because you have no suction to pull fuel into the system.
Interesting topic and thanks for the distraction.

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General Discussion / Re: Scooter Riding Gear
« on: March 13, 2011, 08:34:18 PM »
Maybe people don't understand the pain of crashing.
Imagine your bear skin touching down on asphalt at 30 mph.
Hell, just look down when you are riding...that is one big ass sanding machine running under you.
Skin grafts hurt like hell and infection may take an arm or a leg.

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General Discussion / Re: Rider down. Caution!! some pics are graphic!
« on: March 10, 2011, 11:06:12 PM »
I'm kind of glad the photos didn't show up on my computer.
I hope you heal up ok.
A good reminder to wear protective gear all the time.

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General Discussion / Re: Accidently pressed electric start button
« on: March 10, 2011, 10:59:48 PM »
If it starts up next time without any funny noises, you are fine.
You just nicked your starter gears.
I have done it many times myself.  While not the best thing for the mechanism, it is expected.
Your motor should not have been effected.
Usually it is your pride that takes the biggest hit when this happens.
Forgetting to put down the kick stand is far worse in all respects.

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General Discussion / Re: Scooter Riding Gear
« on: March 10, 2011, 10:55:52 PM »
Yes, the more protection the better.  You could wear full leathers, but that is not very practical.  Scooters are all about practical.
Over the years I have collected four different jackets, three pairs of pants, two helmets, 4 pairs of gloves, two pairs of boots (three if you include my steel toed shop boots).
I have seen very pretty ladies on scooters in their sundress, sandals no gloves and only a trace of a helmet.  I want to ask them how pretty they will be when they hit the deck.

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General Discussion / Re: Helmet's Full Face or Other
« on: March 08, 2011, 11:42:51 PM »
I have tried a few types of helmets, but prefer the full face for comfort and protection.
If you crash with one of those half helmets, you will likely hurt your face.
If you just want to wear a scull cap helmet then you are asking for trouble.
Make sure that the helmet is DOT approved at least.
Comfort is key.  I have a big head and I had to get an XXL helmet with XL cheek pads to finally make a helmet that doesn't hurt my forehead.
I must be part Neanderthal.

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Technical | How To / Re: Flat tire
« on: March 07, 2011, 09:34:36 PM »
Quote from: klaviator on February 25, 2011, 08:16:28 PM
There was a thread on another forum concerning using the sticky strings available at any auto parts or department store, or the plugs that come in motorcycle tire repair kits.  About 90% prefered the sticky strings.  My own experience bears that out.  I used the plug from my BMW repair kit.  It got me home but was flat the following morning.  I once had the rear tire on my Yamaha venture repaired using the sticky strings.  I put about 140000 miles on that tire without any problems.  I know that plugging a tire from the ouside is supposed to be temporary, but many on the thread similar experiences.  Another time I had a really big hole in a rear tire.  I used 2 sticky strings to plug it.  It got me home and then I replaced the tire.  The plugs in motorcycle repair kits on the other hand have been known to fail.

As for inflating a tire.  I carry the ultraflate and CO2.  1 or 2 cartridges will give you plenty of air to ride to a gas station and add more air if needed.  On my dual sport bikes I also carry a small bicycle pump as a backup.

My new kit comes with "rope" type plugs, which I assume are similar to sticky strings. 

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Eye Candy | Videos and Pics / Re: Bath time.
« on: March 04, 2011, 11:14:07 PM »
I like when cages think that I want to race...
Oooh you just beat a scooter of the line.
Duh

I have absolutely no desire to race a car.
It was different with my Yamaha FZ1 (and dangerous), but I am perfectly happy taking it easy.


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Eye Candy | Videos and Pics / Re: scooter wash
« on: March 04, 2011, 11:08:56 PM »
Just don't go using a high pressure wand. 
I use a spray nozzle on a standard hose.  I have one that has a wide jet, which works well.
I use Simple Green to clean and have had no issues with any scooter or motorcycle.
You should not have to cover anything.

Cheers

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Super 8 150 / Re: Just got Super 8; How should I break it in?
« on: March 04, 2011, 11:06:05 PM »
Just keep it at around 40 mph max for 300 miles.
Make sure that you vary the speed a lot.
After 300 miles, work it up to the bikes maximum speed (full throttle) in a similar way for 100 miles or so.
Be sure to change the oil.
These are not particularly sophisticated engines and are fairly "bullet proof" as they say.
No big deal.

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