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General Discussion / Re: First Scooter Rally!
« on: August 24, 2012, 01:50:07 PM »
The Not Summit Point Rally is  held at The Moose Park off of Rt. 30 in Gettysburg.  Not sure about the preregistration...I will check on which club is the host and let you know. 

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General Discussion / Re: First Scooter Rally!
« on: August 21, 2012, 02:54:48 AM »
Oldie...I'm west of Harrisburg.  Have you ever done a rally?  The Not Summit Point Rally is in Gettysburg the first weekend of October.  I understand there are a lot of classic scooters but everyone is welcome!

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General Discussion / Re: First Scooter Rally!...Report
« on: August 20, 2012, 01:06:17 AM »
Attended the TMI Scooter Club Meltdown 2012...Great weekend and awesome event.  Saturday was a great day for a ride and I choose to do the "slow" ride as a new scooterist...didn't want to slow down the big scoots!  We did 60 miles through the scenic roads of Central PA...beautiful and well planned.  The plans put in ahead were evident...blockers provided, no turn confusion, constant, even speed and always kept the group together.  Lunch half way and even a gas stop...just in case!

Back at the campground we waited for the classics and the long ride to return so games could begin.  There was a gymkana, a slow scooter race and a relay...all great fun to see!  Good live music, delicious food, terrific raffle prizes...and a late night slip and slide!  Club members walked around with "atomic" jello shots glowing green...TMI stands for Three Mile Island, you know!

Ride today with those who had not yet left for home was to the PA State Capital.

So many beautiful scooters!  What a great group of people...all willing to share info and help out.  Following Streido's advice was a good thing... ;D Made for a very pleasant weekend!   

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General Discussion / First Scooter Rally!
« on: August 17, 2012, 02:16:23 PM »
Off to my first scooter rally today!  Any advice or tips from your experiences?  Looking forward to the group rides, scooter games and meeting other riders!  Enjoy your weekend everyone :)

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General Discussion / Re: Going for a new helmet
« on: May 17, 2012, 02:47:08 PM »
I bought the HJC brand CS-R1 model.  It is last year's model of the CS-R2.  I like the helmet and hope you like yours!  Safe riding and best of luck on your road test!

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General Discussion / Re: Scoot Shop Down the Shore?
« on: May 04, 2012, 03:17:08 AM »
Looks like I touched a nerve! Didn't mean to set so many people off... Sorry!  Actually spending time at a music competition and was looking to use my free time wisely.  Wildwood may not be the best spot in NJ... but being at the shore is a nice change.

You might be surprised to find that many spots in NJ are beautiful and I would even venture to say provide a great riding experience. I am sure that the whole state is not like that crazy show on tv... and those cast members are from NY!

West Virginia is another beautiful place... I bet there are some awesome rides to be found there as well.

I am not a resident of either state so these are just an opinion of a visitor.

Now... back to the fun comments :-)


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General Discussion / Scoot Shop Down the Shore?
« on: May 03, 2012, 05:46:17 AM »
Lucky enough to be visiting the Jersey Shore this weekend:-D. Any good shops to visit in the Wildwood area? Thanks in advance!

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General Discussion / Re: Safety Class Question
« on: April 30, 2012, 11:23:56 PM »
Thanks for the  positive thoughts...glad to join the club!  I agree with ScooterWolf, 2nd gear and looking where you want to go is great advice! Both were helpful in my "evaluation"...we didn't use the word "test" ;D

Yes, bleys, ATGATT is sage advice.  I bought a full face helmet...red!  I really wanted to be protected before I got on the motorcycle!.  Now I just need a jacket.  During class, while practicing stopping in a curve...straightening the bike and then stopping, a fellow classmate forgot the straighten the handlebars part...and went down :(.  He was an experienced rider and was quick to tell me it wasn't the first time that had happened and he knew it wouldn't be the last...young pup :).  He had on all the protective gear...full face helmet,leather jacket and long pants, so he got up and continued.  Can't tell you how nervous I felt as the next one in line to do the exercise :o.  At that point, I thought maybe I should have stayed home and finished the Sunday crossword puzzle instead!  Glad I stayed and finished ;D

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General Discussion / Re: Safety Class Question
« on: April 30, 2012, 02:32:32 AM »
I appreciate all the input and advice.  Here's the report.

I planned to take my scooter to class on Saturday morning and decide whether to ride it when I got to the range...well, my scooter had other ideas.  A cold moring and a stalled scooter meant I had to take my car and get on the motorcycle :o  The instructors were excellent, taking time to work with each of the riders in the course.  As the course progressed, I became more comforatble with the shifting, speed and size of the bike.  I am pleased to say I passed both portions of the course and now have a motorcycle license!

I would encourage everyone to take the safety course.  Riding my scooter this afternoon I found myself thinking about and using many of the skills I learned in class.   

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General Discussion / Re: Safety Class Question
« on: April 27, 2012, 03:15:14 AM »
Thanks for all the input!  I passed my written test so off to the range on Saturday!!!  I plan to arrive early with my scooter to fill out paperwork.  I do own the scooter and have the registration, insurance and inspection cmplete and up to date.

Still on the fence about the motorcycle...thinking it might be better to use their equipment considering we are all inexperieced riders...I have a day to decide...Will report back after class on Saturday.

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General Discussion / Safety Class Question
« on: April 26, 2012, 03:46:39 PM »
Good morning Everyone,

I began my MSF safety class last night.  Tonight, I will finish the classrom portion (hopefully passing my written test!).  Saturday and Sunday are the riding portions of the class.  Once completes successfully, I will get a M classification on my license.  Here's the question...should I take the riding portion of the class on the motorcycle provided by the instructors or bring along my own scooter?  The coaches are encouraging the "scooterists" in the class to take the riding portion on the motorcycle.  Of course, the motorcycles has a clutch and foot brake...my scooter is twist and go.

I am looking forward to hearing from the voices of experience here on the board...thanks in advance for your time and insight :)

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People 150 / Re: Just got me a people 150
« on: April 15, 2012, 12:54:51 AM »
 :) Looks cool!  I just brought my 2005 People home on Thursday...just about the same mileage and the same color!  Just working on the slow idle...Best of luck with your new ride!  ;D

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For Sale / Re: WTB 150cc Kymco
« on: April 13, 2012, 03:55:17 AM »
I own a Kymco ;D...brought home a 2005 People 150 tonight...pics to follow soon.  2900km, windshield...so cool! 

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For Sale / Re: WTB 150cc Kymco
« on: April 07, 2012, 01:30:12 AM »
Thanks for the welcome.  ;D  I have been doing research for months now and am ready to get going!  I really like the Kymcos and have enjoyed reading on this forum.  Hope to be riding soon!

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For Sale / WTB 150cc Kymco...Update...Got one!
« on: April 07, 2012, 01:18:01 AM »
Hi all!  I am new to scooting and looking to buy my first ride.  I have ridden a Super 8 150 and really enjoyed the ride and have also been on the People 150.

Living in Central Pennsylvania, I am hoping to find a used Kymco for a reasonable price.  Thanks for taking time to look at my post!  Happy and safe riding to all ;)

4/19 update...brought one home last Thursday!  Just changing the oil and getting ready to ride!  A silver/grey 2005 People 150!

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