Comments on Big Guy Small Scooter: Is Bigger Better?

Whoa, lots of comments! Hmmm Bob Hey, you know if...

2009-04-26T22:39:00.000-07:00

Whoa, lots of comments! Hmmm

Bob Hey, you know if I upgrade, I'll look at Vespa Vancouver first. I do drool often when I look at the bigger scoots in your showroom.

Andrew I know, it's not a real easy decision. Good luck with your options. I think even if I buy a bigger scoot, though, I'll probably keep the name the same - it's got a nice ring to it!

LanceI still wonder if I'm safer on a smaller scoot, though, especially when I hear of another motorcyclist losing a fight with a car.

bobskoot Thanks for clearing that up (I think). Sure, going with the flow is a good thing and I do hate when I have a line of cars behind me but if there's a couple of lanes, it is kind of relaxing to putt along in the right lane.

I haven't made up my mind for this one, that's for sure....

Dave: My ears were ringing when I heard my name m...

2009-04-21T08:28:00.000-07:00

Dave:
My ears were ringing when I heard my name mentioned. It's really confusing, first there's BOB, who is really "lost in paradise", then there's Robert "The Reverend", who is NOT bob, then there's me, who used to be called Robert but I feel younger using the name BOB(skoot)
Having a larger scoot is about OPTIONS, and expanding your horizons. Often it is about being safe by "going with the flow" rather than causing a bottleneck with angry motorist on your tail, thus my reason for "upgrading" .
Last year I wrote about this very thing . . .

http://wetcoastscootin.blogspot.com/2008/07/ride-report-feed-bear-scooter-rally.html

right now is an excellent time to buy, Bob (the salesman, aka: LostINparadise) has some excellent deals, while they last

bob
bobskoot: wet coast scootin

I think if you can get a bigger scoot it's a worth...

2009-04-19T22:19:00.000-07:00

I think if you can get a bigger scoot it's a worthwhile investment, since it really opens up where you can go. Even with the 150cc scooter that I have I am somewhat limited in range, but it's great for all the roads in town. Having said that, I love my 49cc mopeds for just tooling around the neighborhood!

It wasn't Bobscoot, but I'm a Bob that sell scoots...

2009-04-14T22:50:00.000-07:00

It wasn't Bobscoot, but I'm a Bob that sell scoots. Him and I know each other, and there is another Bob, but at least he goes by Robert.

Hey Bobscoot is got a point...Can't wait till I se...

2009-04-14T18:36:00.000-07:00

Hey Bobscoot is got a point...Can't wait till I see Big Guy Big ScooterJust got Junior a scooter

I'm doing the same contemplation.... The 70Km lim...

2009-04-14T08:44:00.000-07:00

I'm doing the same contemplation....

The 70Km limit to the 50cc is a little annoying when the road I travel has a posted 70km. Add a couple of hills and you feel stressed from the cars behind etc.

I'm thinking the move up would be good as a little more power doesn't mean I have to change my morals on driving :) (here's hoping)

Same challenges, cost, school etc.

I'm on a Saga scooter and they have a 150 but I've started looking at the Honda Silverwing and Yamaha Majesty.

Le Sigh.

How bought Big Guy, Small World instead? heh.

Dave, I will not say anything. The sad part is if...

2009-04-13T23:36:00.000-07:00

Dave, I will not say anything. The sad part is if you move up to something larger, you will now have to change your blog to "Big Guy, Big Scooter". I won't sell you anything, but we do have an open house on April 18th from 12-5pm for the release of the most powerful Vespa in production. The "300". Drop by, say hello to some of your fellow scooterists.

Thanks for all your comments...Berge You have a gr...

2009-04-13T10:33:00.000-07:00

Thanks for all your comments...

Berge
You have a great Easter too...
I guess part of the problem for me is that sometimes I love the challenge of 50ccs and sometimes I just want to roar ahead of the traffic. If I have the money, I'd have a 50 and a a bigger scoot.

Heinz and Frenchie
Happy Easter as well.
I'm not sure that even with a GTS I'd be going on interstates or their Canadian equivalent. I do find that by taking a smaller scoot, I am always searching for the road less travelled which is probably a good thing...

dave
Yes, I would scream!
The money is certainly a factor but, as you say, time is a factor too. I'd like to take a course with 200cc scooters but all the ones in the lower mainland (as far as I can tell) are on motorcycles or are 1 day 50cc course.

Torch
Happy Easter to you.
Good words. Maybe I'll just be satisfied with what I've got....
Maybe...

Riding is riding. If finances allow it, by all mea...

2009-04-12T19:23:00.000-07:00

Riding is riding. If finances allow it, by all means upgrade. If not, enjoy riding within your means. Happy Easter.

Ride on,
Torch

If I told you that in Ohio the MSF basic course is...

2009-04-12T18:45:00.000-07:00

If I told you that in Ohio the MSF basic course is just $25.00 would you scream? As a reentry rider a couple of years ago finding time was a bigger problem than the money - but it was worth way more than I payed. Take the course, it will make you a better equipped, safer rider.

Dave,To be or not to be....It's a tough call..the ...

2009-04-12T15:22:00.000-07:00

Dave,
To be or not to be....It's a tough call..the pros and cons you list all make sense...I guess in the end it will very much depend on how you want to ride.

We have the LX150 with 3 yrs warranty which was a ...

2009-04-12T13:57:00.000-07:00

We have the LX150 with 3 yrs warranty which was a promotion when we bought them. We love them and usually put around 100 miles a weekend, but we rarely go over 40mph as we travel local roads and stay off of highways and interstates. But we have some friends that own the Kymko brand and they like them a lot and paid a lot less than we did. They have good service on them too. You might want to check them out. Whatever you decide, enjoy your ride and stay safe. Happy Easter

Dave,wishing you and yours a Happy EasterBerge

2009-04-11T16:54:00.000-07:00

Dave,
wishing you and yours a Happy Easter
Berge