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General => Eye Candy | Videos and Pics => Topic started by: WT100 on August 27, 2010, 01:24:09 AM
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After putting 4000 miles on my Vento 2T it was time for an upgrade so last week i got a Super 8 150.
Some of the guys from the scooter club i started road out with me to pick it up.
(http://a.imageshack.us/img7/3153/ks8pickup.jpg) (http://img7.imageshack.us/i/ks8pickup.jpg/)
After a few hours of city "break in" it was time for her first long ride.
I rolled out with my friends Vince and Mike for the Dragon's first long ride.
We headed west on old Route 66 toward Carthage, MO. Stopped on the way at a famous old Sinclair station.
(http://a.imageshack.us/img836/3779/r66sinclar.jpg) (http://img836.imageshack.us/i/r66sinclar.jpg/)
Vince and i bought hats and patches like a couple of tourists. ;D
Then on into Carthage.
(http://a.imageshack.us/img299/4357/r66carthige.jpg) (http://img299.imageshack.us/i/r66carthige.jpg/)
Vince rides the yellow and blue Kynco and Mike has the white Genuine Blur. From there we turned south east and wandered back to town. It was a good ride but mostly long straight road and i really missed my Twisty Hunting.
I'm absolutely loving this Kymco and the upgrade to 150cc.
(http://a.imageshack.us/img265/7770/ks805.png) (http://img265.imageshack.us/i/ks805.png/)
It was a hot day but we pushed through for 180 miles. I put her to bed with 230 on the OD.
This week i made my first mods. I hate the bulky stock turn signals so i took them off to mount sportbike style LED ones. I started by making new smaller brackets. But as i was putting the first LED light on i over tightened the nut and broke the light off the shaft (bolt). The set of 2 cost $30 so i"m trying a fix.
I put a nut on the end of the shaft where it is supposed to connect to the light and glued the nut and shaft to the light pulling on the wires that run through the bolt to secure it. I put a cardboard washer between the two to give the glue something porous to grab onto.. I also put glue on the wires so they are bonded to the inside of the shaft holding it as well.
A little black paint to hide the ugliness and a second nut to mont the whole thing.
(http://a.imageshack.us/img716/1997/leda.jpg) (http://img716.imageshack.us/i/leda.jpg/)
Put a dummy nut on the other light and black paint so they match. Seems like it may hold and worth the attempt.
So all set up and mounted now.
(http://a.imageshack.us/img687/9264/led2q.jpg) (http://img687.imageshack.us/i/led2q.jpg/)
(http://a.imageshack.us/img714/3895/led3.jpg) (http://img714.imageshack.us/i/led3.jpg/)
After the pics i used touch up paint to "black out" the nut and wires on the underside of the fender.
Then i got up this morning with a few open hours. Noting to do but some random Twisty Hunting. Jumped on with no plan but headin' north.
It was great feeling the first hints of the cool fall air that is just around the corner. Ended up having a Buffalo Burger for lunch and got home 88 miles later still grinning.
(http://a.imageshack.us/img691/4043/buffalrun.png) (http://img691.imageshack.us/i/buffalrun.png/)
That brings us to one week today with this new scoot and just rolled over 400 miles! What a great scoot! ;D
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...awesome frikin first post WT100!!
..welcome to th' forum!!!
peace
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...awesome frikin first post WT100!!
Hey thanks. Great to find this "fan club" for my new scoot. If you all are into it i'll have lot's of vids to share.
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...post away brother!!
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Yes, welcome! And thanks for the pics! We usually have to BEG for them. ;D
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And thanks for the pics! We usually have to BEG for them.
...lol..i know right??!!
..word up hoolander!!
..long time no talk..
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..how you gettin' along??
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Well Pics and Videos is what i do so i should have plenty for you. I have a few videos of me scootin" overseas, but not on a Kymco so i don't know if it is cool to post them.
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..we love our kymcos, so we do...
..tho, scootin' is a way of life for many of us...
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Hey if ya pop that back light cover off you can put the blinkers were they belong your led's should fit nicly might need some amber paint though ;D You can do the same up front also. The wires are long enouph since in the rest of the world thats were they go. ps welcome to the forum
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Oh I see they are amber,theres your next mod :D
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Oh I see they are amber,theres you next mod :D
Yup i'm going to do the fronts that way but the back i think i'm going to have both going. I want the people who ride my but to have every chance to see my signal!
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That should do it
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WELCOME TO THE FORUM.... great pics man...sweet scooter you have also....WAY DIGGING that gas atation, thats awesome...we all hope to see more pics soon.. ;D
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Thanks for the warm welcome guys!
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Well i didn't mean to do it. Was just going to "bob" the tail. So i did...got it all cut short and it just was not enough. So, now it's gone.
(http://a.imageshack.us/img413/2956/fenderd2.jpg) (http://img413.imageshack.us/i/fenderd2.jpg/)
Was quite easy. Behind the fender was a nice big bolt all ready to mount the new frame (some fender plastic). 5 min and done.
(http://a.imageshack.us/img251/4760/fenderd1.jpg) (http://img251.imageshack.us/i/fenderd1.jpg/)
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..does it throw water up your back when riding on wet roads??
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Nope should be fine. The under fender (on the tire) is long enough to stop the water. At most the break light might get a little.
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..i clipped my rear flap too...
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..this is where the moisture gets to when i ride in the rain...as i did today....
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Looks good. I like the more open look that it gives.
I only ride in the rain if it is a surprise. I can do cold or hot but not rain or snow.
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..yeah, i also extended my shock mount by 1.5 inches...
..like the higher ass-end...
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Nice, did you fab that extender or buy it?
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..i fabbed it...
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..here it is...
..painted is the final version that actually fit...lol..
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Wow, nice work. Wish i had those skills...
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..thanx!!!
;D
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..yeah, i also extended my shock mount by 1.5 inches...
..like the higher ass-end...
Yep, you're gonna need it too, if you keep going. Hitting 60 now, soon she'll be flipping you off the back. ;)
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soon she'll be flipping you off the back.
..dang..i WISH i could pull the front wheel on this 4t.........
..the ppl will do it...with th right setup..i saw one pop a nice wheelie before...
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Nice mods, and nice looking "Green Dragon." Nothing like a bright color to be seen by other drivers and pleasant to look at too!
Spongie
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Thanks, I'm liking the green lots more than i expected. I get lots of positive comments as well.
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my rear flap was gone when I got my a50...
but I don't ride in the rain so I'm good.
Wt...
Sweet friggin ride. I'm looking for a sutible s150, and cash...
how were your speeds?
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True speed (GPS clocked) is in the upper 50s on the flats and holds speed pretty well in the hills. I have the feeling that Kymco builds for long life and dependability instead of race tune. I'm sure that if and when i go "under the hood" it won't be too hard to get low to mid 60s out of her. Good luck with your upgrade search. I'll say it was definitely worth waiting till i could afford Kymco quality and styling.
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Nice scoot/pics!!
Really jelous of all the nice roads im seeing on this site lol!
Just wondering why you guys in USA dont put the indicators in the euro spec part of the bike, ie in the front plastics, and either side of the tail light? IMHO it looks much better than things sticking out. I guess u have a sort of road worthy test over there that this would be a violation of or something? but i have seen the same styling on bigger sports bikes in the USA and they seem to get away with it :)
Courior
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WT100, you mentioned how you think Kymco build for long life and dependability, I have recently had my crankcase opened for a little tinkering, and what I found was a pair of main bearings that were a lot heavier than I expected to find. The outer race was roughly twice the thickness of a standard bearing race. I don't know if this is the norm with all scoots, or a Kymco thing with reliability in mind. If the bearing fails, there is a solid race to protect the case from damage. I may be wrong in my thinking, but it sounds good to me. :)
EDIT:
I have posted a pic of the bearing in the ZX50 section, in the thread, Crank Bearings????.
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Ok, the modding begins again.
Not a big fan of the comic book graphics so all graphics removed and pipe guard painted.
(http://img221.imageshack.us/img221/9458/s8mods1sml.jpg) (http://img221.imageshack.us/i/s8mods1sml.jpg/)
I did a black base and then "smoked" it with silver and green, then a couple of clear-coats.
(http://img825.imageshack.us/img825/7904/s8mods2sml.jpg) (http://img825.imageshack.us/i/s8mods2sml.jpg/)
Next up just got notice that my Michelin Pilot SC tires are in at the dealer. I'll get those installed tomorrow or thursday.
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WT...
Loving the updates on the green dragon...
I am SOOOOOOO close to getting my s150. Wanted to ask you a couple questions.
First, thanks for posting your gps verified speeds. Sounds like exactly what I need.
Are you noticing any increase in speed now that its further into the break in?
The stock windscreen... is it worth a damn? wonder if it can be removed if not.
How are the new piolots? Notice a big difference between them and the stock rubber?
Also, The scoot looks WAY better with the graphics removed. I mean, it looks like a sport bike now. Great idea... probably my first "upgrade" when I finally get my hands on one.
cheers mate.
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Your gonna LOVE the 150!
I've gained 1 or 2 mph. Next mods should change that. ;D
Stock screen can be removed but i think it is better than nothing on windy rides. Helps a bit in a tuck.
The tires should run in at about 100 miles but i was carrying way more speed through the very first corner out of the dealer. Stock tires are no comparison to the SCs. I really can't overstate how much i recommend them.
(http://img152.imageshack.us/img152/3416/pilotscs.jpg) (http://img152.imageshack.us/i/pilotscs.jpg/)
Glad you like the new look. I like it even more than i expected. To bring green into the back end i'm going to paint the under fender, the under seat pan and probably the rear rack.
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what size did you order for the front? I can't find a 100/80-14 but did find the 120/80-14.
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I like a fat tire so we went with 120/70.
http://www.amazon.com/MICHELIN-PILOT-SPORT-70P-14-SCOOTER/dp/B000GTXK2A/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1289440306&sr=8-1 (http://www.amazon.com/MICHELIN-PILOT-SPORT-70P-14-SCOOTER/dp/B000GTXK2A/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1289440306&sr=8-1)
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A little more done today. Under fender back on. Not an exact color match but very close considering it's a rattle can from Lows. ;D
(http://img209.imageshack.us/img209/3362/ks812sml.jpg) (http://img209.imageshack.us/i/ks812sml.jpg/)
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Looks slick. Are you planning on doing the front also? What about repainting the muffler shield?
I saw a blue and yellow 150 that had all the yellow panels painted gloss black. I think i found my first winter project.
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Don't you like my "smoked" muffler shield? I'm kind of digging it. At least till i order a new pipe. ;D
Front fender is a nice textured mat finish so will leave it alone for now. But i'm really not sure what the final will be. I try to change one thing at a time and then give it a day or two before i do the next thing.
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I do like the sheild but now you have 3 different greens going on...
just wondering. I like the look. And I think its a great idea to give each change a few days to get a better feeling about it and what to do next.
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I saw a blue and yellow 150 that had all the yellow panels painted gloss black. I think i found my first winter project.
I almost bought a Yellow / Blue one last week that was on CL cheep. I would probably have gone with the old Yamaha scheme of Yellow / Black. Also in Europe and Asia they are way into the mat finish so i would probably do the black like that. Sure like the way it looks on the Dragon.
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One more little update. Painted the red on my old tail bag.
(http://img191.imageshack.us/img191/313/tailbagsml.jpg) (http://img191.imageshack.us/i/tailbagsml.jpg/)
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That's a fine lookin' scoot you got there!
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Dragon Mods continue. Now going under the hood.
Last week we switched out the rollers for sliders. Gained a little punch on take off with no loss on the top. It also got rid of an annoying vibration i was having. (flat spotted rollers)
Today i ordered a 2 Brothers carbon fiber pipe. Hopefully here in the next day or so.
(http://img152.imageshack.us/img152/8025/2brpipe.jpg) (http://img152.imageshack.us/i/2brpipe.jpg/)
Can't wait to hear that baby rumble!
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What weight did you get on the sliders? looking to get me some.
Also, video ASAP when you get the exhaust. I want the non-carbon version for my S8.
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Went 9g on the sliders. (I'm a big guy).
I will prep a before and after video. I am told the carbon fiber will have a lower rumble than the aluminum or titanium 2brs pipes. Supposed to be a little quieter than those but i'm sure lot's louder than stock.
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I agree with you on the exhaust... I want one so bad.
9g... wow. thats a a big drop isn't it? I don't know what the stockers weigh.
I'm a biggun too. Going to order me some sliders asap. What deminsion were they?
oh, and thanks for the help and keep us updated. If we ever cross paths I hope we have our S8's with us!
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2 Brothers Racing REPORT: Part 1
Let's start with... look at this bad boy!!!
(http://img547.imageshack.us/img547/2422/2brpipesml.jpg) (http://img547.imageshack.us/i/2brpipesml.jpg/)
We put the pipe on and ran it for 30 min or so. Did a plug check which looked good xo we left it there. I'm gonna run the pipe for a bit and then we will look at free flow filter and up jet. Also the S8 seems to have a very restricted cdi so we'll probably try something that will let it rev a bit.
Speed results - On the two hills that i use for test runs i hit my speed checks 4mph faster 3 out of 4 times. One time 3mph faster. (Indicated). Not 2T type improvement but i knew that going in.
I have not had a chance to do a run on the road i use for flat speed check but my sense from the rest of my 20 mile ride is that my top end is maybe 1 mph faster. So i'm "quicker" and pulling harder but not much "faster".
Sound results, and conclusion. You'll just have to wait for the movie! ;D
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The pipe was very easy to install. Especially since i watched while my "tuner" Brian did it! lol
It's a well laid out kit with high quality bits. The pipe is designed to be easily opened up for repacking. Which it recommends checking every 3K miles. If you burn off too much packing you can start to damage the carbon fiber.
(http://img262.imageshack.us/img262/9008/pipekit.jpg) (http://img262.imageshack.us/i/pipekit.jpg/)
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2 Brothers Racing REPORT: Part 2
The sound is a good bit louder but not in the illegal range by any means. It is great to be able to "growl" in traffic when i need to get someones attention. Generally i think people close to me are much more likely to be aware that i am coming. And have a better sense of my speed.
The added punch on the low end is also a big + for me. I feel a lot more passing ability in the 40 mph zone.
But you can judge for your self. ;D
Two Brothers Racing on Kymco 150.mov (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HCZV7W36aNU#ws)
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Great looks, Easy to install, Rockin' sound and some gutsy low end performance gain. Well worth the price of admission.
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Video fixed... :P
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I am simply AMAZED by the difference in sound.
great vids man. you put some work into them and it shows.
congrats on your upgrades, keep us updated.
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I agree with you on the exhaust... I want one so bad.
9g... wow. thats a a big drop isn't it? I don't know what the stockers weigh.
I'm a biggun too. Going to order me some sliders asap. What deminsion were they?
If we ever cross paths I hope we have our S8's with us!
Sorry i forgot to answer this. Stock were 18x14x12g.
We should all "cross paths" at the Tail of the Dragon next year!
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Did a 80 mile ride today performance testing the pipe. My friend Vince and i rode twisties, hills and flats. It seems i was a little conservative on my first impression.
Background - Vince rides the yellow / blue S8 that is in the recent videos with me. Same year and setup (Pilot skins) as mine. He is about 40 lbs lighter and a good bit shorter than me so he is always "faster". He can drop me slowly in the hills and quicker on the flats.
Until i "hit the pipe" baby!
Now all day long i can drop him. Interestingly i catch him much quicker in the hills. Improvement in the flats is not as dramatic. So i have made up for the past difference and then gained some on top of that.
Passing speed on the hills is very close to the difference between a stock 2T and a 70 2T. (you know i've passed some stock 2Ts in my day) ;D
I am from the "show me" state so NOW i AM impressed!
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That's awesome, WT!
Great investment! Sounds like you're lovin' that new pipe!!
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Yes i really am. Way more than i expected too. ;D
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WT? Are you out of the country again? I hope you're starting the new year out right with pics. I'm looking forward to new pics of your latest adventures. :)
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Hey Rianna - Thanks for checking in. I'm not traveling again till February.
Haven't been around much because i got a new (old) toy (non Kymco) and since there is not an "off topic" section here i haven't shared the story. Didn't know if people would think i was "crashing the party" with the new bike. :)
If ya'll wanna see let me know and i'll share. Hint, there is a video up on my YT page...
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Hi, WT. I can't wait to see February's pics then!
I agree that there should be something titled "Off Topic" around here so folks, especially newcomers, can share things freely without feeling awkward or just not posting because they are uncertain of the 'rules'.
I think I have seen across the web, though, that the fella that runs this place has an interest in many types of bikes because of his own history. I think you should post at least one pic of it here:
General Discussion
Feel free to talk about anything and everything in this board.
It's the closest thing to "Off Topic" that we've got. Please share the story...I'll take the heat if you get fussed at for it or asked to take down your pic. :D
Grrr...you and your dang videos (they are great though)...I will have to wait until I can get to another computer to see that one, but please do PM me the link, or post it, for this YT page as I'm not sure where it's located.
Thanks! :)
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Hey WT,
Thanks for chronicling your mods so well and sharing them here!
I just picked up my first scooter three weeks ago - a blue/yellow S8 150, and have been looking at what you've done. I had basically the same ideas on upgrade order of operations (sliders, pipe, CDI, carb) and was curious if you ever addressed the low RPM limit of the CDI by going aftermarket. I understand you have a new toy, and it's been chilly in most parts of the country the last few months...
As soon as I start work on mine, I'll be sure to post before and after pics and videos. :D
Cheers!
--Kevin
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Hey Kevin, glad it was helpful to you. I don't think you will be disappointed with your new ride and the upgrades to come.
I never did the CDI couse my new toy satisfied my "need for speed' and i wanted to keep the Kymco reliability intact.
I did ride the Draggon a bit this week and she was mad for being caged up all winter. :D
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Nice thread, I'm currently waiting to find a Super 8 150. It looks like they are totally sold out until the 2012s arrive and the dealers in Phoenix can't get any :'(
I'm tempted to drive a couple hours south down to Tucson because they have three in stock at a shop down there. One of each color.
However, on the Kymcousa site it looks like the S8 is getting new colors this year, and I like being the first kid on the block to get the new digs.
we'll see if I can hold out. One of the dealers said it could be within the next month, however hear in phoenix July and August aren't the nicest months of the year. I was ready to buy a month ago and the window of nice morning rides is just about closed.
:'(
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Get it NOW! Don't wait!!!
Remember green is fastest!
Funny, looks like i'll be out your way in August. Yikes, i bet it's gonna be hot!
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we will see, I have vacation time next week, so it might be the ideal time to grab one up.
you're going to be really really hot in August. It's also humid. Buy you can get out of town to the north east about 80 miles or so and it's cooler.
If you're riding about town there's some killer twisties just north of Phoenix on the way to "Bartlett Lake" (http://www.cyclerides.com/rides/dayrides/bartlett/bartlettdayride.htm)
I can't wait to ride them.
you have to admit, the new s8's look pretty sweet though, I don't think I'd need to remove the decals on the new ones.
(http://www.kymcousa.com/showroom/scooters/super8150/Super8150_Studio.jpg)
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Tim and teknik,
I live in Phoenix too! Well, in Gilbert, a southeast suburb...
Just got home from my afternoon commute which I do every day all year on my S8 - 108 degrees in the shade today - and there ain't much shade on the streets... ;)
Of course I work in an office where I have to wear pants and dress shirt but I also wear a mesh armor jacket, backpack, gloves and a full face helmet when I ride.
Yeah, it's hot, but I still love every minute of it!
Teknik, it's still ridable weather at the ass-crack of dawn if you wanna go for a ride. Hit me up if you're interested. What part of the valley do you live in? Have you ridden an S8 yet?
Cheers!
--Kevin
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hey Kevin, I sent you a private message.
I haven't ridden the S8 yet, but I have tested a few other scoots out in the last month. I just can't find a super 8 to even test drive it :(