« previous next »
Pages: [1]

Author Topic: Remove the passenger foot pedals ?  (Read 1107 times)

Chris0381

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 652
    • View Profile
Remove the passenger foot pedals ?
« on: May 11, 2014, 09:15:13 PM »
Its a nice bike but with some flimsy cheap construction in some parts. The foot pedals keep popping open at the rub of a leg one the spring loaded pegs. Thinking about getting a torx bit and removing them or securing them with tie wraps..

Any input on this or other thoughts.
Logged
2013 Super 8 50cc 2T Air Cooled Mfg'd 2012
Stock pipe derestriction
Smooth Boss
6.5gm Dr Pulley sliders
Malossi Torsion Controller
Malossi Fly Clutch- yellow springs
Polini Variator
#95 Main Jet
Purple Malossi Contra Spring
42 MPH on the flats with the wind

zombie

  • You never know do ya!
  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 13870
  • Close enough to get the idea!
    • View Profile
Re: Remove the passenger foot pedals ?
« Reply #1 on: May 11, 2014, 09:20:09 PM »
Nope.
Logged
"They have nothing in their whole imperial arsenal that can break the spirit of one Irishman who doesn't want to be broken."   Bobby Sands...

DMblues01

  • 2012 Kymco Super 8 150
  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 455
    • View Profile
Re: Remove the passenger foot pedals ?
« Reply #2 on: May 12, 2014, 06:35:15 PM »
Same problem with my 150. A strong breeze will activate those stupid spring loaded pegs. If you don't carry a passenger, then they serve no real purpose. Thinking about removing mine as well. Might save a 1/4 pound of weight too, so  can have an extra Twinkie with lunch!  ;D
Logged
Roxana, IL

Yoda is my spiritual leader.
Vader is my anger management coach!

Chris0381

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 652
    • View Profile
Re: Remove the passenger foot pedals ?
« Reply #3 on: May 12, 2014, 11:36:37 PM »
I took em off. Took all of 1 minute with an allen wrench. Don't plan on giving anyone rides or taking the responsibility or liability of a passenger at this time.

Now if I can only find a quality replacement for this plastic seat that seems like its going to melt in the hot Connecticut sun.
« Last Edit: May 12, 2014, 11:49:39 PM by Chris0381 »
Logged
2013 Super 8 50cc 2T Air Cooled Mfg'd 2012
Stock pipe derestriction
Smooth Boss
6.5gm Dr Pulley sliders
Malossi Torsion Controller
Malossi Fly Clutch- yellow springs
Polini Variator
#95 Main Jet
Purple Malossi Contra Spring
42 MPH on the flats with the wind

zombie

  • You never know do ya!
  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 13870
  • Close enough to get the idea!
    • View Profile
Re: Remove the passenger foot pedals ?
« Reply #4 on: May 12, 2014, 11:46:12 PM »
Bring it to any auto/marine canvas shop. 100.00 - 150.00 done!
Logged
"They have nothing in their whole imperial arsenal that can break the spirit of one Irishman who doesn't want to be broken."   Bobby Sands...

Super8:50:2T:2013

  • Newbie
  • *
  • Posts: 24
    • View Profile
Re: Remove the passenger foot pedals ?
« Reply #5 on: May 13, 2014, 09:33:48 PM »
Hey Chris,
I think I gonna yank mine off too.
Thanks
Logged

DMblues01

  • 2012 Kymco Super 8 150
  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 455
    • View Profile
Re: Remove the passenger foot pedals ?
« Reply #6 on: May 13, 2014, 09:54:46 PM »
And "The Pegless 8's" are born!!!!  8)

I think I might need less caffine and more sleep!  ::)
Logged
Roxana, IL

Yoda is my spiritual leader.
Vader is my anger management coach!

Chris0381

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 652
    • View Profile
Re: Remove the passenger foot pedals ?
« Reply #7 on: May 13, 2014, 10:13:21 PM »
Who would want to put a passenger on a 49cc scooter that goes 35 MPH. If you've modded I can see; but unmodded, you'll just chug a long at such a low speed you would put yourself and the passenger in danger.
Logged
2013 Super 8 50cc 2T Air Cooled Mfg'd 2012
Stock pipe derestriction
Smooth Boss
6.5gm Dr Pulley sliders
Malossi Torsion Controller
Malossi Fly Clutch- yellow springs
Polini Variator
#95 Main Jet
Purple Malossi Contra Spring
42 MPH on the flats with the wind

Super8:50:2T:2013

  • Newbie
  • *
  • Posts: 24
    • View Profile
Re: Remove the passenger foot pedals ?
« Reply #8 on: May 14, 2014, 12:11:04 AM »
Hey Chris,
I removed my rider pegs today and I like it.
Take Care
Logged

An Error Has Occurred!

Call to undefined function split()
Back