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LIKE 200i / Re: I've gotten back on the horse, but I need some riding tips
« on: November 03, 2013, 12:24:24 PM »
Thanks for the advice and support!  Yes, the instructors are awesome, they are just not as familiar with scoots as motorcycles.  From your comments and reading past posts, it seems that I will just develop a feel for the bike after I've practiced more.

Glad you're ok GLV55!  I was excited, but quite nervous to get back on the scooter yesterday.  My experience with 3 broken ribs and punctured/partially collapsed lung haunts me a bit.

Now... to gear-up and get back to class!   :D

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LIKE 200i / I've gotten back on the horse, but I need some riding tips
« on: November 03, 2013, 02:04:57 AM »
It's been 8 weeks since I laid my scoot down and landed in the hospital, but today I got back on the scoot.  I am learning from the accident, but not letting it dampen my enthusiasm for learning to ride a scooter.

Today, I started the MSF basic riding course.  Tomorrow, we will be on our bikes the whole day.  I am the only one on a scooter, so I have to "adjust" some of the instructions to fit my ride.  (i.e. I have an automatic transmission and no neutral gear)  Biggest issue that I am having is how to properly brake.  How do I consistently apply the front brake/right brake lever without accidentally engaging the throttle?  Without having a neutral gear, every time that I hold the right grip, I am in danger of engaging the throttle.  My instructors are that familiar with scoots, so I thought I'd go to the "experts" with this basic question.

Thanks for all of your help with my beginner questions!

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LIKE 200i / layed down my new scooter, need cosmetic repairs
« on: September 25, 2013, 06:46:59 PM »
Okay, so... Yeah, I laid down my brand new scooter.  I was only going under 10mph, then stopped abruptly and it fell over on me.  The end of the left brake lever fell off and the headlight cover, front left panel, and topbox are scuffed up.  The scuffed up bits don't really bother me.  I won't replace them until I am sure that I'm a more skilled rider. 

I found a replacement left brake lever at http://www.racingplanetusa.com/xanario_search.php?query=brake+lever&sessID=009828c5644d7fd8706dc112e9487bcf&attrib[cat][0]=Kymco_Like+200i .  I don't have ANY experience with repair work, but it seems like this should be something that I could do myself.  Any input?

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LIKE 200i / Re: Just gave myself my first scooter lesson
« on: September 06, 2013, 05:58:54 PM »
Thank-you all so much for your tips and encouragement!

I have been watching Youtube videos, reading blogs, and just printed the MSF Scooter class manual.
I plan on getting a fair bit of practice in this week before the class.  I don't have any big parking lots nearby, but I can practice on my neighborhood streets.

As far as I know, I will likely be the only scooter in the class, but I can use my own scoot and not one of their trainer motorcycles.

I have a white full-face modular helmet and have bought reflective safety stickers to put on it.  I have a day-glo yellow helmet on order.  I have also purchased a day-glo safety vest with reflective panels, and jackets with reflective panels.  I plan to be as visible as possible.

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LIKE 200i / Re: Just gave myself my first scooter lesson
« on: September 04, 2013, 11:44:41 PM »
I am all about safety.  I am taking the Motorcycle Rider Safety Course next weekend.  I just want to have at least a tiny level of confidence before the class.  My plan is too eventually ride it to work and around town on surface streets.  No interstate riding for me.  I hope that other members of the class are as inexperienced as I am.

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LIKE 200i / Just gave myself my first scooter lesson
« on: September 04, 2013, 10:32:39 PM »
I bought my scoot on Friday.  I have resisted trying it out since then, but today... no more.  I have NEVER ridden a motorcycle or scooter before.  Things I learned on my little cul de sac test.

1.  The scooter is heavier than it looks.
2.  Downhill and slow is harder than uphill and quick.
3.  It is physically tiring.
4.  A scooter does not maneuver like a bicycle, but it is easier to balance on.

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LIKE 200i / Re: Going to buy my first scooter!
« on: August 30, 2013, 05:44:00 PM »
Going to buy my scoot today!!!   ;)  No license yet, so they will deliver it for me.  I live near a dealership.

I ordered a Cortech Women's LRX 3 Motorcycle Jacket from BikerBandit.com.  I read the reviews on all of the other sites, and then found it on clearance at this site.  I also ordered some motorcycle gloves to protect my hands.  I may end up running out to the hardware store for a reflective vest that I can wear over my jacket to make me more visible.  I did purposely choose a jacket that was not completely black and had reflective piping.  Oh.. and they through in a free motorcycle cover with my order and free shipping.

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LIKE 200i / Re: Going to buy my first scooter!
« on: August 29, 2013, 06:37:06 PM »
Thank-you for all of the great replies.  I had read that the leg room could be an issue, so I will definitely give it a complete check.  At 6'6", I know that my husband wouldn't fit on it, but if he gets a scooter, it will be one with a bigger engine.  I do not plan on riding on freeways.  I think that 50mpg will do me fine.  I looked around, and the yep, it is indeed air-cooled.  One site had it listed as liquid-cooled, so that was the source of my error.

My next step (prior to the scoot purchase itself) is buying a ramp so that we can load it into my husband's F150.  I am also looking at protective gear.  From what I see, jackets and gloves seem to be less expensive if I order them online.  Any tips on protective clothing?  I'm in Tennessee, so it can be pretty hot and humid in the summer, and cool/cold in the winter.

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LIKE 200i / Going to buy my first scooter!
« on: August 28, 2013, 08:08:46 PM »
I have never had a scooter, but I have admired them for years.  I only live 10 miles from work and I can take surface streets without any problem, so... a scooter is going to be my present to myself.  I just signed up for the Motorcycle Safety Course.  They said that if I have a scooter that I can use it for the training class.

I have been looking at scooters for a long time, and I am pretty sure that I want to get a Kymco Like 200i LX.  I am 5' 11" and weigh about 150 pounds.  According to the specs, I understand that it is a 163cc engine that is liquid cooled and that it has both front and rear disc brakes.  I'd appreciate any insights or suggestions from you experienced scooter folks.  Does this scoot sound like a good fit for me?

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