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fence sitter · Joined: 17 Aug 2006

Macadam jacket
Size: Large (I'm 5'11, 175lbs. and it fits snugly)
Waterproof
Removable lining
Reflective
Removable shoulder/elbow pads
Adjustable waist
TOASTY in winter, COOL in summer!
Only worn for one year. Nearly PERFECT condition. No rips, abrasions, etc.

KBC helmet
Size: Large (59-60cm)
Silver
VERY comfortable
LOOKS NEW - No major dings or scratches

I paid $100 for the helmet and $150 for the jacket. I'll let them go as a pair for $150.

http://flickr.com/photos/31825793@N08/

Bibbitybop · Joined: 22 Feb 2006 Location: Seoul

JongnoGuru · Joined: 25 May 2004 Location: peeing on your doorstep

Anyone else traded in, or considered trading in, their crotch-rocket for a maxi-scooter? Or maybe just adding to the fleet? Talking about Suzuki Burgman, Honda Reflex, Yamaha Majesty or the T-Max (drool).

This idea's really starting to appeal and make sense to me like it wouldn't have before. For a whole bunch of reasons, mainly my own changing needs and wants in a ride, its purpose, and (I guess the big one) my attitude. Some really don't have anything to do with me the driver, but with my passenger.

At 250cc, the whole Scooter Stigma� is fairly minimal; over 400 (smaller Burgman) and 500cc (T-Max) it's non-existent. (though then comes the annoying "Ajosshi Stigma" -- 9 out of 10 maxi-scooter drivers in Korea are these runty little 5-foot-nothing "successful namdaemun shopowner" types) Not that it even matters to me now. Oh, I still "have sumthin' to prove" in life -- it just doesn't involve my two-wheeled toys anymore. I'm more mature, more refined, more sophisticated now.

So, anybody out there got a big-ass scooter? Wanna race??!! Twisted Evil

crazy_arcade · Joined: 05 Nov 2006

My K-friend has a 450cc Yamaha.

At first I thought these "maxi-scooters" were a very strange breed. Especially that big ass laid-back Honda that I've seen a few adjosshi's riding.

I asked my friend why he didn't just get a motorbike but he said it's because scooters are smoother and, thus, girls like them better. Anyways, his bike is damn fast....

crazy_arcade · Joined: 05 Nov 2006

I've never been asked to produce my insurance papers, but my plate has always been looked at.

IlIlNine · Joined: 15 Jun 2005 Location: Gunpo, Gyonggi, SoKo

cocojojo · Joined: 21 Oct 2008

seoul101 · Joined: 13 May 2006 Location: Seoul

I wouldn't exchange my 600 for a scooter.

However, I do own a scooter aswell as the bike.. it's more practical around town and saves money on gas. I use the bike more for releasing stress and weekend trips now, it's a good combination.

... but it continues, I now want a dirt bike. Greedy perhaps Laughing

Anyone got a 125/250 dirt bike in a city like Seoul? How fun/practical is it?

SeoulFinn · Joined: 27 Feb 2006 Location: 1h from Seoul

When I was younger I didn't like scooters at all. Now that I'm older and wiser(?), I'm seriously thinking about buying one with a 250cc engine.

I might go for one of those bigger Kymcos, as they are cheap and quite reliable. (READ: I had a really good experience with their 50cc 4-stroke scoot.) There are many things I like about scooters over real bikes, and having plenty of space for my/her stuff and groceries is one of them. Yes, I could always buy a car, but sitting in a traffic jam is not my thing. Very Happy

Bibbitybop · Joined: 22 Feb 2006 Location: Seoul

How does a scooter have more room for supplies, luggage, groceries, etc. than a full size motorcycle? Mine has saddle bags and a luggage rack on the back. I can add a basket on the rack if necessary. Most scooters, even big ones, don't have saddle bags, often no luggage racks. Just curious...

SeoulFinn · Joined: 27 Feb 2006 Location: 1h from Seoul

Well, think about it. With a real bike you have to buy additional cases and boxes. Just like you did, right? With a scoot you can put your stuff under the seat and at your feet. Either of which can't be done with a street bike.

If a scooterist buys cases and boxes he will have plenty of space for his stuff. I have seen many bigger scoots with hard cases and boxes on them.

Even my small 50cc had a surprisingly big space under the seat. Often we put our groceries in a cardboard box and placed that between my feet on the floorboard. Even without any additional boxes and side bags I managed to transport a lot of stuff.

Darashii · Joined: 08 Jan 2008

Although I'm not quite sure if I want to literally STORE Jon, he needs some winter weather prep. Right now, he won't even start. (Did not ride him during last week's cold spell, tried to ride him Monday but engine wouldn't turn. Came home and he started up just fine. Next day, again, no go. May be a battery issue?)

I looked online and saw some tips for winterizing a bike, but if you've got any other suggestions, I'd like to hear them. 'Specially since Jon's going on 13 years old.

Bibbitybop · Joined: 22 Feb 2006 Location: Seoul

Darashii · Joined: 08 Jan 2008

Don't know how to safely push start a bike.

I'm going with the mechanic to winterize Jon. But somehow I managed to hire a mechanic who's convinced that I will simply end up redoing all of the things I want him to do now, in the spring. I told the liason that "If he does it right, then I shouldn't."

Anyway, I'll miss you baby...

Underwaterbob · Joined: 08 Jan 2005 Location: In Cognito

Yeah, it's getting cold. I have to choke the crap out of my bike to get it started on Monday mornings since I likely haven't used it since Wednesday before.

I wasn't aware there is a proper procedure for push starting. I just put it in second, hold the clutch, start running, pop it and give er some gas. Preferably downhill since these old Magmas weigh a freaking ton.