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I'm a virgin.....
« on: January 23, 2013, 06:49:14 PM »
...to owning a scooter  ;D.  I am set to pick up my New (3 miles on odo)2012 Super 8 150 3 days.  I am PUMPED UP!    What are the most important "don't forget to's...." with a new scoot, new owner, newbie with ZERO maintainence knowledge, in his first few months of ownership?

P.S. Thanks for all the enthusiasm I've found in KymcoForum posts...and awesome pimped-up scooter photos too!   
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« Reply #1 on: January 23, 2013, 07:02:53 PM »
Hi Scott, Welcome to the forum. Lots of good advice and experience here. The best advice for a newbie is DON'T CRANK IT UP FOR A WHILE! The break-in period is prime importance. It is hard to soft-peddle at first but it will pay off with a good running scoot which will give many happy miles. If this is your first ride remember to ride safe. It is so much fun that sometime you forget that the cagers are out to get you. Okay enough hard knocks...Enjoy!       Len :)
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« Reply #2 on: January 23, 2013, 08:06:01 PM »
Welcome!

OK break in has been covered so I'll go with, don't forget to kick up the stand before you ride off. Take it slow until you learn the bike, head to a big parking lot after hours and do some figure 8's and various speeds so you learn the bike even more. Observe your gas gauge/milage so you don't run out, they often don't read correctly. I always refill my scoot after 80 miles and usually add just over 1 gal.

Also stay away from oil spot in the lot and on the road. Enjoy the new ride, have a blast and stay in touch. By the way where do you live?

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Re: I'm a virgin.....
« Reply #3 on: January 23, 2013, 08:48:49 PM »

  Happy Scootin'!
 Be aware of little old ladies in Buicks!
 And yes, find yourself a large parking lot and practice your stops and starts.
 and your turns.   You will find it helps a great deal!

 
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Re: I'm a virgin.....
« Reply #4 on: January 23, 2013, 08:54:23 PM »
Welcome Scott!

Remember Rule #1- You loose all encounters with a car!

Ride safe and enjoy that Super 8.

~Gd
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« Reply #5 on: January 23, 2013, 09:24:28 PM »
    #1 read this forum for the past year,. it will answer most of your questions, and lots of good ideas,.
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« Reply #6 on: January 23, 2013, 10:16:23 PM »
May as well add that once you mount your scit you become a super hero of sorts, we all become invisible to other drivers, but unfortunitly we still feel pain. So be careful!
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Re: I'm a virgin.....
« Reply #7 on: January 23, 2013, 11:26:01 PM »
You guys are great, THANKS!   @08087-Seattle
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« Reply #8 on: January 23, 2013, 11:54:09 PM »
Quote from: Scott on January 23, 2013, 11:26:01 PM
You guys are great, THANKS!   @08087-Seattle

Great little city for scooten, lots of hills, bring the scoot on a ferry and explore one of the out islands or head up to the San Juans and make a weekend trip! Just watch when you get those showers you get the road becomes slippery quick!
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« Reply #9 on: January 24, 2013, 02:13:42 AM »
Great Scott! Welcome!!!

1. Watch out for slippery roads... sand, gravel, oil, banana peels, plastic bags....etc. 
2. Check your tire pressure regularly.
3. Watch out for other vehicles....  always assume that you are invisible and other drivers cannot see you...

4. Always wear your helmet and other proper gear.
5. Ride on a comfortable speed... don't be in a hurry...
6. Always make sure you don't leave your keys on the scoot... (this happens lots of times) ;D ;D ;D
7. Don't forget to eat proper food and get good sleep... sometimes we forget these due to over excitement with our new toy....

RIDE SAFE!
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« Reply #10 on: January 25, 2013, 01:02:02 AM »
...welcome to th' forum scott!!

..you're gonna love that super8...


                   ;D

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« Reply #11 on: January 25, 2013, 01:44:30 AM »
The motorcycle Safety Foundation offers safety training for motorcycles and scooters (separate courses).
They furnish the vehicle, so you don't damage your new ride!
You just need time, $ and your safety gear.

You didn't indicate where you live, so you will have to dig a bit to find the info for your location.
http://online2.msf-usa.org/msf/Default.aspx

You also get some insurance discount taking the course.

Scoot safely and wear your safety gear.

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« Reply #12 on: January 25, 2013, 01:56:51 AM »
Welcome aboard!  8)

If your mom hasn't told you yet, make sure you have clean underwear on before riding,
Don't spit when wearing a full-face helmet,
Never assume cagers (drivers of automobile) see you,
Practice using the front brake,
Check your oil level before each ride, and
Have fun!
 

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« Reply #13 on: January 25, 2013, 01:59:42 AM »
Quote from: TroutBum on January 25, 2013, 01:56:51 AM

Don't spit when wearing a full-face helmet,




Spit, we can control, sneeze, we cannot....
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« Reply #14 on: January 25, 2013, 02:19:34 AM »
Practice using the front brake,

..PRACTICE UNTIL YOU MASTER IT....


                    8)
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