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Forum: Battle scooters 05-16-2013, 09:16 PM
Replies: 2,742
Views: 1,087,912
Posted By gogogordy
Thats a handsome machine Sam. I hear good...

Thats a handsome machine Sam.
I hear good things about that SYM model, and it's easy on the eyes.
Forum: Battle scooters 05-16-2013, 09:13 PM
Replies: 2,742
Views: 1,087,912
Posted By gogogordy
Great pictures, but it's May!

So I will NOT post the 109 degree ambient temp displayed on my Vespa here this week!
Forum: Battle scooters 05-14-2013, 01:36 PM
Replies: 203
Views: 16,973
Posted By gogogordy
Last Friday I turned 54. I call surf-kids...

Last Friday I turned 54. I call surf-kids "punks" :D
Forum: Battle scooters 05-14-2013, 01:07 PM
Replies: 131
Views: 14,245
Posted By gogogordy
I have to agree...especially in reference to the...

I have to agree...especially in reference to the topcases.
Forum: Battle scooters 05-14-2013, 01:04 PM
Replies: 203
Views: 16,973
Posted By gogogordy
Sweet!

The new Mini-Trail....with the ridiculous name! (I mean...wha?)
Forum: Battle scooters 05-12-2013, 09:35 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,698
Posted By gogogordy
Epic failure

This guy reminds of a character Jack Lemmon played in a '70's comedy film (yeah, Im that old!) called theOut of Towners.

The guy in that movie had an ever-lengthening list of people he was gonna...
Forum: Battle scooters 05-10-2013, 12:47 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 2,137
Posted By gogogordy
The Buddy 170i is prone to overheating (CEL)...

The Buddy 170i is prone to overheating (CEL) pronto when pushed to freeway speeds for more than a brief stint...it's just too much for that platform.

Having worked at a Genuine Scooter...
Forum: Battle scooters 05-10-2013, 12:33 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,145
Posted By gogogordy
Just fewer to choose from...

Just fewer to choose from...
Forum: Battle scooters 05-09-2013, 09:29 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,145
Posted By gogogordy
Selection

If you are particular about tires, or enjoy trying different kinds of tires, the universe of 13" tires from which to choose from is much smaller than that of 12" tires.

That, and at those smallish...
Forum: Battle scooters 05-06-2013, 03:27 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 950
Posted By gogogordy
^^^This^^^ The X factor. Pheromomes....

^^^This^^^
The X factor. Pheromomes. Character.
Forum: Battle scooters 05-06-2013, 07:16 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,145
Posted By gogogordy
Many GTS300 owners on Modern Vespa report city...

Many GTS300 owners on Modern Vespa report city mileage as low as 51 mpg, and high 50's to very low 60's in highway use on their 300's. Siginifcantly lower than the GTS250 delivers both city and...
Forum: Battle scooters 05-05-2013, 06:12 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,723
Posted By gogogordy
That sounds good. I know Irvine....grew up...

That sounds good.

I know Irvine....grew up in El Toro (yeah, about a hundred years ago when it was called El Toro) and the Ortega is a great ride!
Forum: Battle scooters 05-05-2013, 04:45 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,723
Posted By gogogordy
The seat AND the plastics are available, OEM from...

The seat AND the plastics are available, OEM from Piaggio. Those are OEM parts neither re-covered, nor painted.
Forum: Battle scooters 05-05-2013, 08:06 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 950
Posted By gogogordy
Used BV-350

Listed on MV....Located in Tennessee. Just to further complicate things!
Forum: Pics, pics, pics... 05-04-2013, 04:50 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 15,537
Posted By gogogordy
Niice! We've got the more nervous variety of...

Niice! We've got the more nervous variety of Doxies...2 of them. No way for us, but looking good and what a studly little Doxie you've got there!

Ride on Spartacus!
Forum: Battle scooters 05-04-2013, 04:40 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,723
Posted By gogogordy
They did my first service while I waited and I...

They did my first service while I waited and I was floored by how much oil the final drive contains....darn near as much as the engine on my Vespa 250 holds.

I'm sure that accounts for a lot of...
Forum: Battle scooters 05-04-2013, 02:04 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,145
Posted By gogogordy
This is true

This is true
Forum: Battle scooters 05-04-2013, 11:39 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,145
Posted By gogogordy
I actually heard it was stroked, not bored to...

I actually heard it was stroked, not bored to achieve the add'l (minimal) displacement and the torque output seems to have grown as well.
Forum: Battle scooters 05-04-2013, 07:56 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,723
Posted By gogogordy
Dealer

The paint, and all the work involved in it was performed by the dealer we purchased it from http://www.vespaso.com/.

He did a superb job and is a super-nice guy. David Meyer is the fellow to speak...
Forum: Battle scooters 05-03-2013, 08:51 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,723
Posted By gogogordy
Why certainly!

On my driveway
http://scoot.net/gallery/bbs/IMG_0800.JPG

and on Palomar Mountain, Ca
http://scoot.net/gallery/bbs/Pal.PNG
Forum: Pics, pics, pics... 04-30-2013, 03:52 PM
Replies: 2,401
Views: 443,948
Posted By gogogordy
Scooters...

I'll represent the scootering segment with this video:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dpJ0WtHQnC4&feature=youtube_gdata_player
Forum: Battle scooters 04-30-2013, 06:46 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 9,579
Posted By gogogordy
Yes, it was a quiet event, some minor buzz made...

Yes, it was a quiet event, some minor buzz made of it by Piaggio and in turn by some dealers but thats about it. Personally, I don't get it but thats just me....

On MV, several dealers and dealer...
Forum: Ride reports 04-30-2013, 06:42 AM
Replies: 119
Views: 14,317
Posted By gogogordy
I can't speak for Alan, but the 3 people I know...

I can't speak for Alan, but the 3 people I know in So-Cal who have them assembled them stateside from "parts". *wink*
Forum: Battle scooters 04-29-2013, 09:44 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,145
Posted By gogogordy
They both max out at approximately the same top...

They both max out at approximately the same top speed, the 300 just pulls a better hole-shot....more torque (We're talking 244 cc vs.278 cc) That torque comes at the price of lower fuel economy,...
Forum: Ride reports 04-26-2013, 11:43 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 803
Posted By gogogordy
Death Valley National Park by motorcycle and scooter

I produced a short video compilation of some rides by scooter, and motorcycle we've made to the Death Valley area over the last couple of years:

http://youtu.be/7HWxhdl03WM

I hope you enjoy it,...
Forum: Battle scooters 04-25-2013, 06:16 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,723
Posted By gogogordy
Great assessment

Nice review.

How do you and the seat get along? (Im having my bolster shaved...errr, my seat's bolster:lol3)
Forum: Battle scooters 04-23-2013, 08:41 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 877
Posted By gogogordy
Ive never owned a Burgie, but rumor has it the...

Ive never owned a Burgie, but rumor has it the transmission is gear-driven, and super expensive to fix if it breaks. Like 3500 bucks worth. All or nothing.

Anyone care to confirm or deny?
Forum: Battle scooters 04-22-2013, 06:26 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 559
Posted By gogogordy
As a Vespa owner I can tell you the speedo is...

As a Vespa owner I can tell you the speedo is merely to get you in the ballpark....it's already off!

They are routinely 5% to 8% optimistic....larger wheels will probably bring it closer to...
Forum: Battle scooters 04-18-2013, 06:02 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,226
Posted By gogogordy
Your underbone scooters feature a...

Your underbone scooters feature a tubular...motorcyclish frame cloaked in plastic, AND traditional style forks.

The Vespa is spot-welded monocoque structure, with a single-sided fork so it's not...
Forum: Battle scooters 04-18-2013, 04:22 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,226
Posted By gogogordy
No

you wont want to use a Vespa on gravel roads, or off road for that matter.

Yes, you'll have a hella good time riding one, and its a fine little tourer as well as the perfect urban runner.
...
Forum: Battle scooters 04-17-2013, 08:22 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,515
Posted By gogogordy
300

300 miles in a day seems my optimum max....scooter (GTS250) or motorcycle (DR650). I start to lose my mental edge, thinking about cold beers, and sandaled feet, etc.

At my age, I dont see any...
Forum: Battle scooters 04-16-2013, 07:03 AM
Replies: 2,742
Views: 1,087,912
Posted By gogogordy
Thats a darn fine specimen! Had an Elite 180...

Thats a darn fine specimen!
Had an Elite 180 back in the day and STILL regret selling it.
Forum: Battle scooters 04-15-2013, 01:02 PM
Replies: 2,742
Views: 1,087,912
Posted By gogogordy
A great scooter

in ANY color, but....:D
Forum: Battle scooters 04-15-2013, 08:21 AM
Replies: 2,742
Views: 1,087,912
Posted By gogogordy
up on Palomar Mountain

A favorite ride for many in N San Diego county....

http://scoot.net/gallery/bbs/IMG_0274.PNG
Forum: Battle scooters 04-14-2013, 03:06 PM
Replies: 105
Views: 3,397
Posted By gogogordy
Great reply

A great post from a rider's rider.

Thank you Larry.
Forum: Battle scooters 04-13-2013, 07:51 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,573
Posted By gogogordy
Free country...

Everyone has a different idea of moto-bliss and since it's a free country, can spend their hard-earned however they wish without having to explain or justify it.

So you either appreciate it...
Forum: Battle scooters 04-10-2013, 11:37 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,723
Posted By gogogordy
Yes! i agree with your scooter review. I...

Yes! i agree with your scooter review.

I removed my windscreen (as per usual for me) and it feels even sportier!
Forum: Battle scooters 04-07-2013, 05:39 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,723
Posted By gogogordy
5495.-- plus 500.-- tax, plus 300.-- reg ( higher...

5495.-- plus 500.-- tax, plus 300.-- reg ( higher than California reg? Didnt think that was possible) is 6300.--.

Are you saying the local dealer charges another roughly 1200.-- in freight and...
Forum: Battle scooters 04-06-2013, 07:59 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,723
Posted By gogogordy
Ive yet to see a used BV-350 on CL, but plenty of...

Ive yet to see a used BV-350 on CL, but plenty of BV-200, 250, and 500's.

For the record, MSRP on a 2013 BV350 is now 5699.-- and typically add 10-14% for fees and freight for a total nearer...
Forum: Battle scooters 04-06-2013, 07:11 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,723
Posted By gogogordy
500 bucks

The black seat, glovebox, and handlebar plastic run about $500 bucks all told. ( I don't "get" the oxblood and some early owners report it fades quickly to...pink )

That said, I would've been...
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