04-10-2011, 03:40 PM | #1 |
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XingYue ITA 150 rider Brookfield, WI
I got my XingYue ITA 150 with 16" wheels last year, late May 2010. I rode it all summer until Nov 13. All Ive done is clean the air-filter, change the oil and replaced the fuel filter. I also installed a wicked horn.
I chose this used scooter because it had already been ridden (and maybe had all the important stuff done upon delivery) and most importantly it had a complete WI title so I wouldn't have to wait on the slow boat paperwork. And it has the 16" wheel advantage. It is stable in wind and rain and easy over rough roads. I put about 1600 miles on to total 2900 now. April 7 was my first ride this year. It is only a 6.5 mile ride to and from work. mostly 45mph speed limits. I know Ill change the sliders and fuel jets this season. And adjust the valves. I would like more power so I don't need to run WOT the entire trip. (I am overweight, so that doesn't help either) I am looking for tips and ideas on better head-lighting and power of course.
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04-10-2011, 06:03 PM | #2 |
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Welcome!
16" wheels would be nice on a 150 scoot. Let's see some pics!
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04-10-2011, 07:04 PM | #3 |
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No pictures. Not sure why I haven't taken any yet.
But here is the exact same scoot - this is where the PO ordered it from: http://www.scooterdepot.us/150cc-Aut...eds-p-692.html The price drops! If I get off my lazy butt, I will get some close up pics. |
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04-10-2011, 08:27 PM | #4 |
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Welcome.
Our scooter forum has been alittle slow, but looks like things may be picking up around here.
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04-10-2011, 09:06 PM | #5 |
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Welcome to the forum. I also have an XY. Enjoy!
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04-10-2011, 09:10 PM | #6 |
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Welcome to these forums, Steve. We are glad you joined us!
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04-11-2011, 12:17 AM | #7 |
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Nice looking scoot on the website. If you buy two, you save $20.00!
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04-11-2011, 12:33 AM | #8 |
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Even when I was buying mine last spring, the same bike was 1299 or 1399. now it is so cheap, it may be better to buy new.
on the other hand they have a few 16" wheel scooters in the 150cc collection. Why don't any 250cc scooters have 16" wheels? |
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04-11-2011, 01:21 AM | #9 |
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I think that's a market that will eventually be explored. My buddy has a Silver Wing 600, and it really handles well. If it had larger wheels, it could pass for a sport bike, until you see the step-through design.
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04-11-2011, 04:20 PM | #10 |
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I found this for you.
http://www.scrappydogscooters.com/GY..._BN157QMJ.html I think that variator may also work on my elite.
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04-11-2011, 05:27 PM | #11 |
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oh yea
big bore, 4valve head... wheres the fuel injection kit? I think the head must be a copy of the Suzuki Sixteen head. Suzuki Sixteen only sold in Thailand and such Asian areas. Looks identical to my ITA 150 and has the 16" wheels. Has a 4 valve head, and fuel injection, and is rated at 17HP -seventeen. Darn near 100% more ponies, and better fuel economy to boot. Is that crazy or what? I tried briefly to ask a Singapore Scooter forum for information but really had no luck. On a side note, I had my first roadside breakdown today - the spark plug wire came off the plug - no clip or grip on the plug tip. Managed to reconnect it without a screwdriver. /me puts a screwdriver in the toolkit. New plug and coil with wire and connector on order. From Scrappydog even. http://www.scrappydogscooters.com Decent prices and selection of parts for the GY6 motor. |
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04-11-2011, 05:51 PM | #12 |
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I have made a few purchases from them already. Parts usually come in 2-3 days. Also the tech help is actually helpful.
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04-12-2011, 02:08 AM | #13 | |
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Quote:
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04-12-2011, 07:04 AM | #14 |
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I dont knwo FMF, but i have asked scrappy a couple questions - very brief answers, but enough to be helpfull.
I bought an item form partsforscooters, and it was not what they advertised, and I paid shipping back. I lost the cost of shipping both ways due to thier missadvertising. |
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04-12-2011, 01:10 PM | #15 |
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brief is better than no response.
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