03-05-2011, 05:59 PM | #16 |
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I had no idea. I realize that the Elite is liquid cooled, but I thought they had more in common with the GY6.
Totally fair comments about the plastic scoot vs. a classic scoot, but I still want an Elite. That said, I'm planning on a scooter ride next weekend on my buddy's 150 Aprilia Mojito; it has beautiful classic lines.
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03-06-2011, 03:46 PM | #17 |
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I think when it comes time for tires I am going for a 100/90-10 on the front and a 110/80-10 on the back. Slightly more rubber on the road.
That will be just a slightly taller tire on both ends. Maybe give a 1mph increase in speed, but shouldn't affect power for hills. Michelin S1 performance tires. http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com...oter-Tire.aspx Looks like the typical scooter tire last about 2-5K miles.
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03-06-2011, 05:35 PM | #18 |
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Nice choice (not my choice), but an improvement over stock. I would expect 6-8K out of those tires, not quite being as soft as 2-5K tires, a good "overall" choice.
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03-06-2011, 05:59 PM | #19 |
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Yep. I think we will see another round of chinabikes and the value of older bikes go back up.
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03-25-2011, 08:54 PM | #20 |
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This may be of help to those wanting to mount their own tires.
http://modernvespa.com/forum/topic10771
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