Fast Gas Scooters

July 22nd, 2010

Fast Gas Scooters – A Great Way to Save Money and Help the Environment!

A good fast gas scooter is a great way to cut your fuel costs and to help the environment at the same time. There are two main types: ride-on scooters and stand-on scooters.

Ride-on fast gas scooters are compact and so they only need a small amount of gas compared to a car and they are real easy to park! I have a RoadRunner iScooter 2009 model (RR50SBM) Gas Saver Scooter and it’s a really cool, fast way to get around in the city. Compared with electric scooters you’ll see that they’re faster and have a much better distance range.

The RR50SBM is a fast gas scooter because of its 50cc one-cylinder, four-stroke engine with automatic choke, which give it a top speed of about 35 mph. This is faster than electric scooters which only have a maximum speed of about 20 mph. And I get quick acceleration which is important on the road because sometimes you need to be able to move fast to avoid idiots. It’s also got front disk brakes with an ABS, which you never know when you’re going to need.

One of the best things about owning fast gas scooters is at the end of the week when you look in your wallet and see that you haven’t spent all your cash on gasoline for a car. I get a fantastic 102 miles per gallon and that makes me feel real happy. I’ve got a trunk at the back so I can carry things with me and a good, strong anti-theft disk lock which, let’s face it, we need on everything these days.

My RoadRunner fast gas scooter came with a 12V/7Ah low maintenance battery and charger included in the price, which was also low. It cost me only 799 dollars which was a real good price, considering the list price is 1,299 dollars! If you buy online like I did, you can get good prices on discount gas powered motorized scooters because it’s easy to compare all the different offers.

If you want a fast gas scooter just for driving around your neighborhood I reckon a stand-on scooter would do the job. The cheapest I’ve seen are from the X-tremens XG range and their prices start from 374.00 dollars which is a pretty good price for something that’s going to save you money on the gas you waste using your car for short journeys!

The fast gas scooter XG-550 is a two-wheeler with an EPA certified 2-stroke 50 cc gas engine which comes with an easy electric start and a back-up pull-up starter. Its top speed is 35 mph and it can keep this up for distances over 20 miles, so it’s a pretty useful gadget to have around. This model from the XG range of fast gas scooters has 10″ aluminum mag wheels and a dual front shock suspension system to give you a smooth ride.

It has front and rear disc brakes and is easy to fold and the variable twist grip throttle is a handy safety feature, because if you fall off it stops. There are plenty of stores on the internet so you can take a look at all the different types of gas motorized scooters. My neighbors keep a fast gas scooter on their RV and use it a lot when they go on trips, kids use them to get around campuses and now seniors are starting to use them too.

When people started to talk about the way that cars were polluting the air and that we would have to stop driving so much, I couldn’t see any way that would happen. But now that these fast gas scooters are getting so popular, I reckon that things are changing and we are starting to see that you don’t need a whole car when you only want to go on a short trip. Who knew that one of the solutions to global warming would be to get us all riding around on fast gas scooters!

2009 Suzuki ATV Lineup Unveiled

July 21st, 2010

American Suzuki Motor Corporation showed it was not shy about introducing new products and innovations in a sagging economy when the 2009 Suzuki ATV lineup was unveiled earlier this month.

“Suzuki is taking a very serious approach to the marketplace of today and has come up with serious solutions for dealers,” says Glenn Hansen, communications manager for Suzuki. “The new products and featured improvements are specific for meeting today’s needs.”

The biggest news for 2009 is the introduction of the KingQuad 500 AXi with electric power steering. Based on the popular KingQuad 450AXi, the new 493cc fuel injected KingQuad 500 features a new cylinder and piston, plus the same features of its little brother including fuel injection, advanced engine braking and a QuadMatic CVT-type automatic transmission. The 2009 KingQuad 500 will be available in white, limited black brush and camouflage.

Buying An ATV Trailer

July 19th, 2010

Buying an ATV trailer takes some homework, and there are some things that will need to be done before you decide on and purchase any particular trailer. One of the first things to do is make sure your vehicle is able to pull the extra weight of a trailer with one, two or three ATV’s loaded onto it. Then, you’ll need to attach a trailer hitch to your vehicle. Learning how to pull, turn and drive your trailer in various terrains and surfaces is a good idea as well.

Most people can purchase an ATV trailer at the lot where ATV’s and campers and other outdoor vehicles are sold, or you may opt to find a trailer yard in your community. Make sure that any trailer you purchase, whether new or used, works correctly and has good tires. Make sure also that wheel bearings are in good working order and check them at least once a year to make sure they stay that way.

Next comes the ATV trailer lights. You may need someone to help you determine that they’re working, as one person needs to be in the vehicle while the other watches the lights to make sure brake and turn signals and sidelights are working. Don’t rely on hand signals when pulling anything behind your vehicle.

When pulling anything, especially ATV’s, make sure your load is tied down. Many people use lashings that stretch or loosen during transportation, which makes for a dangerous situation waiting to happen. Purchase adequate tie-downs for the weight of your ATV and lash to the ATV trailer using a ratchet-style tie-down if possible. These types of tie-downs come with different weight bearing capacities. Better to get something stronger than you need than something that won’t hold your load down.

Don’t assume that tightening your straps is all you need to do between Point A and Point B. Many loads shift during transportation, and factors such as speed and wind may loosen your straps while driving. When you stop to fill up for gas, check your straps and tighten if necessary.

Did you remember to check everything? No, there’s one more item to consider and that’s your ATV trailer brakes. Check to make sure the hydraulic fluid reservoir is full and make sure the trailer brakes are working before you ever take your load out onto the open highways.

Enjoying your machines is easy when owners make sure that accessories and tools used for ATV’s are well maintained and in good working order, and your ATV trailer is an important extension of your machines. Make sure you think, ‘Safety First’ before you take your ATV trailer out onto the road, and you’ll ensure yourself a safe trip to your destination.

How to ride fast at night

March 11th, 2010

Riding at night demands a great deal of smoothness, but to be smooth it’s necessary to read the road ahead。

On a track day, once you’ve completed a couple of laps, you pretty much know where you’re going.

Riding on the road couldn’t be more different and you need a whole different set of skills.

All sorts of information can be picked out of the darkest night, but you have to work all the harder with what information can be obtained.

While erring on the side of caution, practice spotting clues as to where the road goes and what you’re likely to encounter and you can give yourself an extra edge.

Road markings, lines of cats’ eyes and signs are picked out by the weakest edges of a headlight’s beam and can tell you in which direction the road’s going ­- and to some extent will indicate the severity of bends.

They’re useful, but often won’t let you know about the kink right before the proper left ­ so use them as guidance only.

The spacing of white lines can clearly be picked out at night and work as possible hazard indicators.

Extended centre-lines are a warning of junctions and not only the chance of something pulling out, but also poor surfaces where vehicles from minor roads and plant crossings have been dropping muck and debris.

If you can lift your vision from the headlight’s beam, you might see telegraph poles and trees outlined against the sky, telling you where the road goes next, or pick out a distant headlight that will dazzle in the next few minutes.

Every scrap of road info can help you through to spring…

Motorcycle

ATV RiderCourse

March 3rd, 2010

The ATV RiderCourse provides a fast-paced, half-day, hands-on training session which includes pre-ride inspection, starting and stopping, quick turns, hill riding, emergency stopping and swerving and riding over obstacles. You’ll also learn about protective gear, local regulations, places to ride and environmental concerns. Bring your friends and family, and meet new friends to ride with.

Can I send my kids?

Definitely. The ATV RiderCourse is a great way to get your kids off to a safe start. A parent must be present for riders under 12. A parent should be present for riders under 16.

How much does it cost?

Maybe nothing if you recently purchased a new ATV. Call ATV Enrollment Express toll-free at 1-800-887-2887 to find out if you are eligible for free training. If you are not eligible for free training, you may take the ATV RiderCourse for a small fee.

Do I Use My Own ATV?

Yes. If you don’t have one yet, you may be able to make specific arrangements to have an ATV available at the training site.

Make sure your ATV is the proper size for the individual taking the training. See the ATV Quiz.

What is the “Try Before You Buy” program?

If you take the ATV RiderCourse, and subsequently purchase an ATV, you may be entitled to a full refund of the cost of the course as well as additional incentives from the Manufacturer.  Call ATV Enrollment Express toll-free at 1-800-887-2887 to find out more.

What Should I Bring?

You must wear the proper riding gear at all times during training. Bring the following:

  • DOT-compliant motorcycle helmet
  • Goggles or face shield
  • Over-the-ankle boots
  • ATV or motorcycle gloves
  • Long pants
  • Long sleeve shirt or jacket

For more on proper riding gear, check out the working rider and recreational rider.

What is the riding area like?

Riding areas around the country differ somewhat, but they all include specific Stations. At each station on the riding range, you will learn specific skills. For an idea of what you will do at each station, see our ATV RiderCourse Riding Range.

Sounds Great! How do I enroll?

Call the ATV Enrollment Express toll-free at 1-800-887-2887. They can tell you where the nearest ATV RiderCourse is and enroll you on the spot. Or, visit www.atvsafety.org and click on “Online Enrollment” to enroll in a half-day, hands-on course. You can also enroll in one of our new online courses. ATV enthusiasts can take our online courses in preparation for taking ASI’s half-day, hands-on ATV RiderCourse. These online courses can also be used as a refresher after the hands-on course.

ATV Winches – Information About Different Winches

February 22nd, 2010

If you are interested in owning an ATV winch it is very important for you to find a quality product that can work for your needs. A good winch will be able to help get you out of a lot of situations. It is very important that you find a product that can perform under different circumstance.

One of the most enjoyable parts of owning an ATV quad is the ability to go off road in rough terrain. The unfortunate downside of going off into rough areas is there is a greater chance that you get stuck. Because of this you will need to have a good winch on your bike.

Because there are different kinds of  ATV winches that are available on the internet, you will need to look around for something that can offer you enough power. Failing to have a winch that doesn’t have enough torque will leave you very disappointed and frustrated later on.

You should always look up the different kinds of online retailers that are available. It is very important for you to find a good winch that can work for your quad. Remember, these winches are extremely useful whenever they are used.

Always be sure to look online for the different ATV winch retailers that are available. In order for you to find something that can work, you should look around at different products that are available for you. This will help you find a good winch for your quad.

If you are wanting to shop for atv winch it’s vital that you do your research and look around at the various products that are available on the internet. Another product that you might need to have a look at when you are searching around are boat trailer winch. You’ll realize that most on-line retailers carry a wide range of products.

gas scooters

February 21st, 2010

Scooters are becoming more popular as gas prices continue to rise. While there are dangers associated with being a scooter owner, many people are turning to alternative forms of transportation such as scooters and motorcycles in an effort to save money.

Despite the downfalls of scooter ownership, the alternative motorized vehicle can truly be a benefit to college students, particularly at places like Georgia State. Scooters can be parked like bikes, get up to 100 miles to the gallon of gas, and are perfect for the slow-speed, gridlocked roads of downtown Atlanta.

Owning a scooter is, for many, as much a “cult” phenomenon as motorcycle ownership. Many motorcyclists get together for trips, go to bars, and ride around in packs. Scooter owners are following in the footsteps of the motorcycle enthusiasts and starting online message boards like www.scooterbbs.com. At message boards like this one, owners can share stories and safety tips with fellow enthusiasts.

Unfortunately, scooters carry with them a great many dangers. Often, perhaps because of the slow speed of scooters, owners do not wear helmets (even though they are recommended) and can get seriously hurt or die in accidents. Many of these accidents are collisions with other vehicles. A much higher percentage of scooter accidents than regular motor vehicle accidents are solely from colliding with other cars, usually because car drivers simply do not see the rider in such a small vehicle. The statistics are evident in motorcycles as well, being that the forms of transportation are so similar.

Many of these deaths could be avoided if riders chose to wear helmets. In Florida, where there is no longer a helmet law, motorcycle and scooter deaths greatly increased once the law was no longer in place. Across the United States, 4,000 people died from motorcycle accidents in 2004. This was an increase of 8 percent from 2003.

Ultimately, scooters can provide an amazing money-saving opportunity to students if they are used efficiently and correctly. Helmets are a must for anyone thinking about a scooter or motorcycle and careful attention to the road is also important. With scooters, riders must be acutely aware of other drivers on the road, since drivers of larger vehicles can easily overlook smaller vehicles. The benefits of scooters are ones many students can appreciate, particularly in the age of billion-dollar-per-gallon gas. It is important, however, to remember safety at all times whenever one is on the road.

Top 10 Gas Scooter

February 21st, 2010

Many vendors come from gas scooters are gone and in the last 10 years. It has become a very competitive business, especially since the influx of cheaper clones of Chinese branded entering the U.S. market. That said, produced the quality gap between the U.S. and China-made scooters are still heavily tilted in favor of the United States scooter brand. It is not surprising that 10 of the top 10 are all U.S. scooter scooter manufactured gas.

1. EVO 2X POWERBOARD

Evo 2X is a third-generation gas Scooter  from Puzey Design. The Evo brand power boards are the highest quality products on the market and the fastest scooters ever built. The 2 speed is a patented, unique propulsion system that the heart of the Evo 2X. It ‘the first two speed scooter in the world. The range of applications of power boards and scooters have been limited by the low speed, low-power motors. Now, with the 2 gears, you can use the power when pulling out or going uphill in the firstMarcia and the maximum speed with 2 Corridor. Steep hill for riders over 250 pounds are not a problem for the Evo 2X. A further technological advances in the Evo 2X is the patented cam link suspension. This is a real suspension system, which provides a smooth ride, and offer excellent resistance when landing after jumps. If you try you will see, there is nothing like it. This suspension is the strongest, most durable front suspension in the field. Evo 2Xone of the most reliable scooters ever produced. The steel and T6 aluminum frames are virtually indestructible. There are reports of scooters Evo go 1300 miles without even the belt has been replaced.

2. GTR46i Go-Ped – Trail Ripper Interceptor

 The Goped GTRInterceptor is on a road, street racing version of the Goped GTR46 Trail Ripper. These high-performance Go-Ped now comes with the following modifications: New quieter exhaust system AT Primo Duro Trap aggressive soft retreads Street More speed, better fuel economy Quiet GSR46R 6-76 ratio pinion drive These changes make the Go-Ped experience GTR46i ideal for those who come to the fully suspended plush ride on paved and unpaved surfaces, thesuspension system CIDL just out of the race proven and patented. Dubbed Independent Dynamic CIDL for cantilever Linkless Indispension, this united front and rear swingarm is indispensable to this practical light and fun off-road machine.

3. Go-Ped Riot

The Go-Ped Riot was introduced next to the Go-Ped GTR46 Pitbike as “Scooter.” Like the GTR46, the Go-Ped Riot CIDL characteristics of front and rear suspension. With the patented Trail Ripper adjustableSuspension system in the front and rear, offering great drivers off-road ability with 6 “of travel at each end. By the powerful Go-Ped GP460RS geared 6:98, the rugged and reliable engine Go-Ped Riot is the lower end excellent and a top speed of 30 mph stock. The centrifugal clutch provides for a very user-friendly guide chills still packed.

4. Martin Monster Beast

The Martin Monster Beast MMI is the most powerful production scooter available. These Stockwith a 52cc Mitsubishi engine, almost twice the torque than the RC230 is powered scooter. Each animal is hand built by a single technician. The frame is the same dual-suspension system, Martin has become famous for the monsters. The picture is shown in chrome and polished by hand. The chain is a strong chain of 35 heavy step, with a centrifugal clutch Easy for Stop-and-go use. The beast is very powerful but also very quiet, with huge reserves of power and torque. Monster MartinBeast is free, with an anti-vibration system for a very smooth ride vibration. Many parts aftermarket services are available to customize your Beast.

5. Go-Ped GTR Roadster

The Goped GTR Roadster is a cheap version of GTR46i Goped. With the exception of the smallest Chung Yang GPL290 engine and welded T-bar handlebars, the GTR Roadster exactly the same scooter. This cool scooter features the race proven, patented, adjustable and bullet proof GTR full 6 “Frame CIDL suspension. To which we installed the incredibly light, but strong and silent GPL290 engine with TT tires and sprocket drive ratios of the GSR Cruiser.

6. Martin Monster Super Shocker

Martin Monster Super Shocker is a machine dual purpose equally at home off the road, o. It comes with 10 “knobby tires grip on any terrain. The Shocker Super is equipped with a heavy automatic clutch can stop hands free to-and-go. This isfirst and the best of production in order to use the scooter full suspension. The front suspension is the style bike telescope and rear mono shock with up to 4 “of travel. Drilled a front disc brake is safe to stop quickly. Power from Martin Monster Super Shocker is the engine with 2.5 Komatsu Zenoah RC230 hp.

7. EVO 2 POWERBOARD

Evo 2 is a third generation of gas-scooter Puzey Design. The Evo brand power boards are the highest quality products on the market andscooter fastest ever built. The 2 speed is a patented, unique propulsion system that the heart of the Evo 2X. It ‘the first two speed scooter in the world. Evo 2 is a high efficiency, two speed scooter released as a cheaper version of the Evo 2X. Unlike his elder brother, the Evo 2 is not in suspension or a scrub board to protect the under-covered area. Instead of striking Active 50, the Evo 2 Active Sport 40 Motor lighter. Given that the Evo 2 ishave the two speed gear 2X Ages, is still impressive, despite the lack of power in the Active 40 engine. When the Evo 2 is solely responsible for the transport, using the Active 40, enough power has been achieved by offering two gears, but it is not necessary if the actual speed to be an engine update, the first step. That said, the Evo 2 is one of the most reliable scooters ever produced

8. Go-Ped Super GSR46R

 The Go-Ped GSR46R is one ofscooters are more powerful than public roads by Go-Ped. It is understood that only a roll of the road, since any form of frame-based suspension is missing. When it was published, marketed GSR46R, Go-Ped scooter as the world’s fastest production. Even if the claim is disputed, it could well have been the case for high speed attained by the engine of large-R460. Developed on the legendary GSR40Tsi – Interceptor Go-Ped – the Super GSR46R is powered by the engine onfearless Trail Ripper GTR46. Aligned with a patent pending centrifugal clutch chain drive mechanism in 6 / 76 return to conditions that GP460RS Motor 4.2HP and 2.31 ft-lbs torque with a redline 17.500, provides excellent performance at low and high speeds. Tunable, it can even reach 5.5 + HP and + 2.6 ft-lbs torque with the addition of an aftermarket expansion chamber. The front and rear, Mad Dog disc brakes provide excellent braking performance perfectly bets on performanceThe Go-Ped Super GSR46R. All the best factory racing engine components Patmont as standard equipment: heavy 4130 chromoly steel frame and two-sided fork, pneumatic TT tires mounted with magnesium rims and 20 “Motorcycle style” Tim Patmont bend “racing handlebars with a clamp tube slides, Pro billet stem clamp, Go-Ped race pad and Pro control levers.

9. Martin Monster Moto

 Martin Monster Moto is a full suspension, chain driven roller, which has inherited much of his designHis older brother, the Martin Monster Beast. Moto advanced design features are such technical innovations as an anti-vibration system, which provides a smooth vibration free ride. Other features include two disc brakes, heavy duty chain drive, automatic clutch and front and rear suspension.

10. Go-Ped GSR Cruiser

 The GSR Cruiser is the perfect device for customers who need an engine quiet, reliable and economical scooter with good performance, but also for Beginners want a convenient, safe and easy to reach for the first scooter. PMW believes that it is the perfect device for a large portion of motorized scooter enthusiasts. The Go-Ped GSR Cruiser is the perfect car for the head of the engine and the community, after market, such as chassis upgrades and screaming engine mods are widespread. The cruiser GSR supply system, the new GPL290, is due to engine GP290RS high performance, designed to be very reliable, quiet and economicalCruisers. Top speed for the GSR Cruiser are in the mid 20 mph range, and his HP is comparable to the earlier GSR40. Braking power is from the front Mad Dog brake caliper and double ground and hardened stainless steel disc Wave. The rear brake mount is ready for the rear brake upgrade, customers must be chosen so as to show more speed, more braking force to the needs of crops.

Off Road Buggy

February 21st, 2010

An  off  road buggy is  a recreational vehicle. Typically  these  buggies  are heavy  vehicles  with a modified engine mounted on an open  chassis. Other recreational vehicles include dune buggies and beach buggies. However, the difference  between all these buggies usually is just the tyres that are fitted on them. The off road  buggies  have also  grown popular  among  the corporate. These buggies are a part  of  many office parties and stag events.

These days one can get off road  buggies  that offer an impressive 100 mph speed. One can also find racing  models  in buggies. These models can be used for terrains that are rough or dirt tracks etc. Some of these buggies also use stop and go navigation system that is a convenient system to use.

The off road buggies can be created by employing various methods. One of the methods is to change the existing vehicle. Another method is to build one’s own buggy by creating the vehicle frame from steel tubing that’s formed and welded. This gives one the freedom to build a customised vehicle as per one’s requirement. If one is planning to build a customized off road buggy, then one needs to buy the chassis, engine, tires, steering wheel, and axles separately.

Motorcycle Industry

February 21st, 2010

The first internal combustion petroleum fueled motorcycle was the Daimler Reitwagen. It was designed and built by the German inventors Gottlieb Daimler and Wilhelm Maybach in Bad Cannstatt in 1885. This vehicle was unlike either the safety bicycles and boneshaker bicycles of the era in that it had zero degrees of steering axis angle and no fork offset, and thus not using the principles of bicycle and motorcycle dynamics developed 30 years earlier. Instead, it relied on two outrigger wheels to remain upright while turning.The inventors called their invention the Reitwagen (“riding car”). It was designed as an expedient testbed for their new engine, rather than a true prototype vehicle.Many authorities define motorcycle this way, excluding steam engined as well as electric and diesel two-wheelers, and thus give credit the Daimler Reitwagen as the world’s first motorcycle.

If a two-wheeled vehicle with steam propulsion is considered a motorcycle, then the first was the French Michaux-Perreaux steam bicycle of 1868. This was followed by the American Roper steam velocipede of 1869. One such machine was demonstrated at fairs and circuses in the eastern U.S. in 1867, built by Sylvester Howard Roper of Roxbury, Massachusetts.

In 1894, Hildebrand & Wolfmüller became the first series production motorcycle, and the first to be called, in German, a motorrad, that is, a motorcycle. In the early period of motorcycle history, many producers of bicycles adapted their designs to accommodate the new internal combustion engine. As the engines became more powerful and designs outgrew the bicycle origins, the number of motorcycle producers increased.

Until World War I, the largest motorcycle manufacturer in the world was Indian, producing over 20,000 bikes per year. By 1920, this honour went to Harley-Davidson, with their motorcycles being sold by dealers in 67 countries.By the late 1920s or early 1930s, DKW took over as the largest manufacturer.

After World War II, the BSA Group became the largest producer of motorcycles in the world, producing up to 75,000 bikes per year in the 1950s.The German company NSU held the position of largest manufacturer from 1955 until the 1970s.

In the 1950s, streamlining began to play an increasing part in the development of racing motorcycles and the “dustbin fairing” held out the possibility of radical changes to motorcycle design. NSU and Moto-Guzzi were in the vanguard of this development both producing very radical designs well ahead of their time.NSU produced the most advanced design, but after the deaths of four NSU riders in the 1954–1956 seasons, they abandoned further development and quit Grand Prix motorcycle racing.Moto-Guzzi produced competitive race machines, and by 1957 nearly all the Grand Prix races were being won by streamlined machines.[citation needed] The following year, 1958, full enclosure fairings were banned from racing by the FIM in the light of the safety concerns.

From the 1960s through the 1990s, small two-stroke motorcycles were popular worldwide, partly as a result of East German Walter Kaaden’s engine work in the 1950s.

Today, the motorcycle industry is mainly dominated by Japanese companies such as Honda, Kawasaki, Suzuki, and Yamaha, although Harley-Davidson and BMW continue to be popular and supply considerable markets. Other major manufacturers include Piaggio group of Italy, KTM, Triumph and Ducati.

In addition to the large capacity motorcycles, there is a large market in smaller capacity (less than 300 cc) motorcycles, mostly concentrated in Asian and African countries. An example is the 1958 Honda Super Cub, which went on to become the biggest selling vehicle of all time, with its 60 millionth unit produced in April 2008.Today, this area is dominated by mostly Indian companies with Hero Honda emerging as the world’s largest manufacturer of two wheelers.For example, its Splendor model which has sold more than 8.5 million to date.