California-Legal Clone

[culcune]

I had heard that Skyteam was bringing its CT-70 clones back to the US several months ago, and they were supposed to be California CARB legal. I know that Pitster sells the Skyteam OEM lineup of 'Street Retros' so I would periodically check the site, where it has stated 'Pre-Order' or 'Out of Stock' depending on model for a couple years now. Well, apparently Amigo Motorsports (scooter company) is (probably one of the few, unless they signed an exclusive deal) distributing them. Several retail outlets are advertising them, including some 'usual suspects'. I don't want to promote anyone, but rather point out that the bikes are out there and all the dealers are claiming CARB legal. I wouldn't necessarily believe the 'usual suspects' but Bobcats Motorsports is an actual California retailer.

https://www.bobcatsmotorsports.com/A.../rocky-125.htm

https://affordableatv.com/new-amigo-...anual-4-speed/

https://arlingtonpowersports.com/new...anual-4-speed/

https://lowestpriceatv.com/new-amigo...anual-4-speed/

https://www.360powersports.com/new-a...anual-4-speed/

As far as Chinese clones go, the Skyteam bikes have been known as being fairly solid, and have a fully manual transmissions. The Icebear Champion is also a clone, has been available continuously, and has a decent reputation, but only offers a 4-speed semi-manual transmission. I do feel that the Icebear has better graphics (they went 'retro' a few years back with funky 70s colored stickers). But, alas, it is not California-legal, and has never been. This new bike distributed and labeled as an Amigo branded bike claims CARB certification and that is a big deal for Californians if these can be registered for the street.

EDIT: these appear NOT available, yet, and do not show on Amigo's website.