Thread: Scooter Drivers!

Don't get the smallest CC bike you can just because it will save fuel. There have been plenty of times when I have needed power to get out of situations like when cars are not looking and they go to ram you at lights. And for the extra half a litre or a litre you might save having a small engine, it's just not worth it.

One that I used to ride which was a mates was a Honda spacey 250cc. Used about 2.5 liters per 100 and went well enough for most. There are some good scooters out there but finding one which fits I found rather difficult.

Xavier

Originally Posted by 45tr0

check out oneten motorcycles at Caboolture. Specialist ct110 mechanic and reseller. One Ten Mototcycles - CT110



Yep, you go to holland, where you can drive a moped from 14 and a car from 18. very few accidents between cars and bikes, because everyone started out on one.
Unfortunately, our legislation is taking the opposite view! My girlfriend can't get her motorbike learners until she's held a car licence for 12 months!

Thanks for that link
I am starting to lean towards the idea of getting CT 110 again. I think asking a scooter to go 52km a day is a bit of an ask. I will go in and get my motorbike learners tomorrow i think. I like the idea of a CT 110 over a scooter because of its simplicity and longevity, none of the plastic crap like on scooters. It is sort of a Land Rover of the bike world

Paul

In light of Rons recent loss can we maybe hold of on the usual bike rider jokes like temporary citizen bit for a while,

Originally Posted by graceysdad

In light of Rons recent loss can we maybe hold of on the usual bike rider jokes like temporary citizen bit for a while,

I second that!

Originally Posted by paulthepilot_5

Thanks for that link
I am starting to lean towards the idea of getting CT 110 again. I think asking a scooter to go 52km a day is a bit of an ask. I will go in and get my motorbike learners tomorrow i think. I like the idea of a CT 110 over a scooter because of its simplicity and longevity, none of the plastic crap like on scooters. It is sort of a Land Rover of the bike world

Paul

No worries mate

As i said, mine's done 450km in a day (8 hours of riding!) from Bundaberg to Brisbane or back, on four seperate occasions. It's still going strong.

They're awesome little tackers!

Also, My personal theory is that you are much more visible on a postie than a scooter, because everyone is used to seeing them around. You're a lot less likely to be invisible on a postie, because its such a regular icon to see.

The auctions are a good place to keep an eye out for CT110s too. Manheim-Fowles do the auctions for them here in Melb. There are auctions every month but you won't necessarily have 110s each month.

It's good you're looking at doing some rider training, very wise but it is also well worth your while to spend money on proper safety gear. Wear the full-face helmet, gloves, bike jacket and at least pull-over pants plus some decent shoes. Good gear makes a world of difference.

I'll second the motion re postie bike. My dad had one to run around his block and round up the cows on when I was a kid. I used to give it an absolute flogging when mates came over and it just kept on going. I've got one now that I bought off my brother. I've been riding it for the past 4 years as a commuter and it has been terrific. The larger engine meens you can keep up with traffic. The rack on the back lets me carry stuff, and runs just as cheap as a scooter with no need for 2 stroke oil. Servicing yourself is a piece of cake. The only thing I've had to replace (apart from consumables ie tyres, chain & sprockets etc) is the rear indicator rubber mounts. Picked up 2 entire indicators including lenses, bulbs and bolts in almost new condition from a wrecker for $40.

In Brisbane they occasionally come up for auction at Pickles -
Vehicle Auctions, Car Auctions, Online Auction - Pickles Auctions Australia

or you can buy straight away from Manheim Fowles at Eagle Farm -
http://www.manheimfowles.com.au/cms/...ct07%20_2_.pdf
I was there last week and there is dozens of them there. Hope that helps.

Matt.

Originally Posted by procrastination inc

If you need to do any work over 60km/h a 50cc machine won't cut it. Then you are looking at needing a bike licence.

The little 50's will stay with normal traffic in built up areas.

My experience as a driver regularly caught behind a particular scooter on the way home: as soon as there is a small hill forget getting anywhere near 60km/h. Get the 110 so you don't get cars trying to make a point by sitting on your tail or overtaking you while getting as close to you as possible.

Getting the bike licence was pretty easy when I did it, and I believe even easier now with the Q-ride scheme. And as someone else said, there are lots of little things that you can learn from the instructor to help prevent someone running over you.

Personally I prefer the idea of a 250cc bike than a scooter. You sit higher, people can see you better, better control.