Scooter Tires

scooter-tire

The act of choosing tires for your scooter is trickier than you can imagine. The type of the wheel and its size can greatly determine the handling and performance of the scooter. It is important to choose the tires according to the model and the brand of the scooter. Although there are a lot of tire manufacturers in the market, not all will make tires according to the sizes you require, so it is essential to pick the right one while not compromising with quality and performance.

Scooter Tires

Tips On Choosing New Tires For Your Scooter

The tire size of the scooter depends upon the size of the wheel. Note that while it is possible to change the size of the wheel, some scooter manufacturers would only keep stock sizes with them. And in almost all the cases, there is only one size of the wheel available for each model of the scooter. The added problem of options comes because the manufacturers do not cater to all the tire options in a scooter. Also, the front tire cannot be used for read and vice versa. Therefore it is extremely essential to pick the right set of tires matching the size perfectly. Your best bet may be to check with your local scooter dealer.

Note that the size of the wheel is inversely proportional to the speed of the vehicle, but the handling of the vehicle becomes easier with small wheels. The handling further reduces when there is a pillion or any extra luggage at the back. As a result, first you must understand the weight on your vehicles over a range of time and then choose the tire according to the weight rating. If you are not using for moving around the town in the cramped roads, choose the ones with excellent maneuverability. For long distances choose the most durable options.

Note that the nature of the roads which the scooter will frequently travel is also an important aspect. If there are more number of potholes, the scooter with smaller wheels are pretty unsafe. Make sure that the tires you choose have a good tread on them to suit the urban roads.

Lastly, make sure to choose a brand of scooter which has been in the market for a long time. Do not compromise quality for price because tires are an essential assurer of safety in your vehicle.

Do a complete research before you choose your new set of tires. Do consult with a local scooter shop near you if you do not have the idea on what to go with.

Scooter Tune-Up

scooter tune-up

The procedure for scooter tuning entails replacing certain scooter units to get the performance level you would like. In many instances, you will tune the brakes, engine, and bodywork among other parts. Motor scooter carries reserved engines on them. It is actually not unusual that several companies today are producing parts to simplify the process of tuning up your scooter. A lot of people would love to tune up their scooter for different purposes, but it is geared towards having or deriving the full benefit of their product.

Scooter tuning refers to a lot of diverse elements. It generally often relates to installing specialty parts for effects or even adding specialty components to modify the functionality. It is certainly not unlawful; however, you should really be cautious and even adhere to guidelines when you are planning to alter factory installed settings.

In the event that your motor scooter has been locked up in your garage or storage room for the past few months, this should be the time to provide it with a quality tune-up before your next drive. Tuning up a scooter can improve its performance, gas efficiency as well as enhancing its overall appearance., fortunately, tuning your scooter simply demands just a few basic tools and could take about some hours to complete.

It does not matter if you seek the services of a scooter dealer on tuning to do the tuning or if perhaps you are able to do it yourself you still will certainly spend some funds which you ought to see as a sensible investment to make an incredible scooter. Be sure not to let your neighbors fiddle with your scooter simply because he can do it very cheap. Never forget there is certainly a reason why he is very affordable. However, working with a dealer could in a way provide you with some little unknown benefits, you may see it as part of the process anyway yet it all amounts to finding the right dealer. We will of course shed some light on these additional benefits one could get from the dealer when getting a tune-up or scooter repair for your motor scooter.

The mechanics at the dealer level are professionals; they are manufacturer-trained and also generally work solely on your kind of scooter. A good number of dealers offer a regular training course for the service team, which includes not just the service technicians but likewise, the service supervisor, consultants and support staff. The producers provide these training programs only to their down line of dealers. The dealers normally finance such programs to stay current with the recent scooter enhancements and tune-up techniques.

The dealers may also provide you with a scooter company-backed applied warranties for both new and even used scooter parts. The manufacturer-backed warranties can certainly make service more convenient due to the fact there is a substantial network of accessible dealers; this is specifically essential if you are considering moving or maybe do a lot of exploring in your scooter.

One of the negative aspects of tuning is always that the enhanced functionality also calls for greater scooter maintenance. Particularly aspects such as the brakes and tires must be managed frequently when riding a tuned scooter. Furthermore, the wear in the transmission tends to increase, particularly for the drive belt as well as the variator rollers, hence ensure you inspect them often. Finally one should do well to take cognizance of the regular replacement of the piston rings; this and much more advise are what you will get from a dealer when they are to handle your scooter tune-up.

There are lots of other added services that is been offered to you, when having your scooter tune-up by your dealer but it is simply unknown to you. Also, keep in mind that it is always wise to keep your scooter clean. This does not necessarily mean hiring a local pressure washing company, but there are some nice products scooter specific products on the market that make the task easier.

Scooter Engine Sizes

Scooter Sizes

scooter engine sizeMany Scooterists are finding that purchasing a 150cc scooter is an affordable method of transportation for short distance trips. Motorists like the ease of use as well the affordability in regards to purchase price, service & repair costs, and especially the excellent mileage per gallon. 150cc Scooters are designed to have a maximum speed of about 30MPH as anything that goes over that is, in most states required to be licensed. Modifications can be made to 150CC motor scooters to make it go faster and upgrades vary on whether the scooter or moped has either a 4 Stroke or a 2 Stroke engine. However, many scooter upgrades can void the warranty, shorten the engine life, or no longer comply with state laws which allow the scooter to remain unlicensed.




OK, let’s get right to it. Today we’re here to discuss the differences, as well as the Pros & Cons of 50cc, 150cc, and 250cc scooter motors. Now, of course this is one of those times where how you ride, and your confidence level on a scooter will play **HEAVILY** into your future engine choice.
 To make this simple, easy, and as NOT long winded as possible, here’s the basic breakdown of what, “cc” means to a scooter engine, and what it can do for you. The, “cc” at the end of the number means/represents, “Cylinder Capacity”. The Cylinder’s capacity to hold more air, will allow this cylinder to produce more, or a certain amount of power, with the help of the right amount of fuel. For example, a 50cc engine will produce enough power for a lightweight rider to go from point A, to point B, within a reasonable amount of time. However, the bigger the, “cc” the more power, and torque that will be produced. It would be hard to pin a solid horsepower number to these engines, due to the fact that there are plenty of manufacturers out there that produce them in their own way, with their own distinct advantages. But basically a 50cc scooter will produce anywhere from 5 to 9hp. (Sounds weak, I know.) A 150cc scooter engine will push out between 10 to 14hp. (Once again this depends on the manufacturer.) And finally a 250cc scooter engine can make between 15 to 19hp. So with that said, it will be clearly up to you to think about what engine size you want to ride. Most people would immediately go for the 250cc, but at the end of the day, you need to put how YOU ride at the top of your engine choice.
This part of this segment is going to be dedicated to, The Good, The Bad & Everything else that would make sense to you. Now, I mentioned before that your engine choice could, and should depend on what type of rider you actually are. If you’re the type of rider that is really confident in your skills, and you love the subtle whipping of air against your face, then you probably will lean more towards either a 150cc, or 250cc scooter. But if you’re the, “New Rider” who is just getting your feet wet, and speed is not a factor, then a 50cc is perfect for your daily commute. With that said, we can now slip into, “The Good” about scooters. First off, awesome gas mileage. The average scooter will get you anywhere between 50 – 65mpg. Which does nothing more than keep almost all of your hard earned money in your pocket. Another positive factor of the scooter is how easy they are to maintain, and or repair. Think of it like this, how many scooters do you ever see broken down on the side of the road, as you drive? Lastly, the feeling you get from riding a scooter is usually filled with breathtaking moments when you realize it’s just you, and the world around you.
Now, here comes, “The Bad” part. The scooter is a two wheeled vehicle that does not really provide any real protection to you while you ride around. It’s always imperative to where your helmet, some type of protective clothing, and above all Be Completely Aware of Your Surroundings while you ride. Scooter accidents aren’t very frequent, but they can happen as much as bicycle accidents, in the sense of car drivers not being aware of your presence on the roads around them. Aside from that, owning a scooter will require you to change a few things about your life. Such as, you may need to start riding around with your everyday items in a book bag, or some type of backpack. {It’ll provide a dual purpose for you. 1. Carry your stuff. 2. Protect your back if you “God Forbid” fall.} Also you may want to consider wearing glasses a lot more. It helps with road debris, and bugs. And finally, it will be a great idea to source out nearby scooter mechanics, before you make that scooter purchase. You want to have at least 2 different mechanics who can help you out if something goes wrong.
Well I hope this segment was helpful to one, and all. Until the next time, be safe, have fun, and go ahead and live life to the fullest.
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