r/scooters

Found this on marketplace it’s a 1986 Honda helix with 30k miles in it they are asking $1600 is it worth buying or not? I really love these but don’t know anything about them or how much life they have in them any help would be appreciated

What could be the reason for high rpm low speed. The roller are new btw.

Bringing a 1976 classic back to life. Just wrapped up a full inside-out restoration on this Vespa Super. Vapor-blasted the engine so she's breathing like she just rolled out of the factory, and fully street legal, just admiring the art of the rebuild. Respect the classics!

Been riding this TMAX for a while now and honestly still enjoying it a lot for everyday commuting.

Comfortable, powerful and really practical in traffic.

Just sharing a few pictures of the current setup — curious to know what you guys think about the TMAX compared to other scooters.

Hi guys,this is my Dylan 150 i got for 160$,had 34k kms in it,changed oil and coolant,only needs a new pair of tires(already bought just needs installing)
If you are thinking about buying a scooter,i def recommend,its comfortable quite and quick.
Has a very low consumption of around 3-4l/100km and its crazy for its 80-90kmh cruising speed.
It has a good sized under-seat compartment,even has a pretty big glovebox that fits your papers,gloves and even a Redbull🤣

2 wires coming off a 1A fuse on a 2009 buddy 50

Need help with my 1985 aero 80. I blew the piston in it and did a top end rebuild replacing the piston and cylinder with a Niche kit I found on eBay. Ever since it starts and runs as good as it used to however whenever holding WOT or near WOT for an extended amount of time the engine dies randomly like you flipped the off switch. I cannot figure this out for the life of me if anyone has any advice please let me know.

Got a pretty good deal, runs great, well maintained, no leaks, no issues, 17k miles but got it for 1k. Super excited to use this thing

Is this bad will this do anything to make the bike not work?

This is my current collection of restored Elite 80s. Like a new box of Crayola crayons. I just love these bikes. Usually get them in broken-down condition, repaint the plastics, rebuild the engines, and put them as back to stock as I possibly can.

In my continuing adventures browsing Japanese used motorcycle auctions, I ran across this for sale... A triked-out Yamaha Maxam CP250 (aka Morphous in the USA). Long, low and making a Helix look positively dainty... I think it needs a Cadillac badge and hood ornament...

https://jp-auctions.com/jpauctions/bike-details/2038780755.html

People often tell me “a 125cc isnt good for roadtrips” “it cant handle it”
“Its uncomfortable to ride that long”

I took my first road trip last weekend,
Drove 700km’s in just 2.5days, not once was i uncomfortable and it handled everything i threw at it.
Cant wait to do it again.

Dont let haters tell you what a scooter cant do!

I have a Bali 150cc made by xpro with a GY6 engine. It's only been on the road for 2 weeks and has 1450 km on it. The oil is good, there is gas in, and it definitely isnt a dead battery. Motorbike mechanics are new to me, but I have worked on my own cars so I'm not unfamiliar with mechanics.

Here's the problem. I took it on a road trip (112 km) at 88km it boggs down and dies. I did have it wide open for a while sometimes reaching speeds of 88 km/h for long stretches of highway. I pulled over on the shoulder of the road and let the engine cool completely to the touch. I added a bit of oil to it and it cranked and idled fine. So I thought I could make it the rest of the way going slowly till I reached my destination (24 km to go). I got up to 56 km/h and it boggs out again. This time it turns over, but will not crank. I am at a loss.

I can't control anyone, but if I have one request, please keep snarky comments out of this if you can. I don't mind directness, it's actually really helpful when people are blunt. But I can't afford another ride right now. This motorbike is all I have. It's my income and my daily driver. Not just a toy. 🤍

UPDATE #1

I have no spark when I touch the plug to the engine. I DO have pressure when I put my finger on the sparkplug hole. There was some soot on the copper inside the rubber connector, but I cleaned that out with a q-tip. The oil is refilled to the right level. When squeeze the rubber housing on the ignition coil, the connection feels secure on the 2 spade terminals. They don't feel loose to me. I pulled off the CDI and it looks clean and smells brand new. Am I overthinking this?

For the 3rd step, do I need to put everything back together first and then test? Or should I put everything back together with a new spark plug and then do step 3?

I'm going to eat dinner and leave things alone for a min. Hopefully it won't get dark before we can figure this out...