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doobby, Probably just crud in the petcock. I don't know what (if anything) is different between the 2t and 4t fuel valves, but this does occasionally happen on old Vespas. I *suspect* (do not know for a fact) that the fuel valve in your Stella uses virgin rubber, and therefore is incompatible with E...

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Saw this over on the Vespa forum. Looks like LML is officially out of business.

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Congratulations!

So now that you've had some time to rest and recuperate, what do you think? Would you do it again, or is once enough for a lifetime?

Best,
-Slashy

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Good day to ride from Cedar Rapids, IA to Savannah, IL.

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-Slashy

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Yalzin,
The heat will only get worse as you travel west, and the rest stops will get much farther apart. More hydration and cooling!

Loving the blog,
-Slashy

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My GF has an Altec Lansing lifejacket, which fits perfectly in her 125's legshield storage. Perfect for doing the "cupid shuffle" at red lights

Best,
-Slashy

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Glad to hear all is well.

Since you're in Omaha, you should check out the Union Pacific "Big Boy" and turbine super- locomotives. They're on static display in Kenefick Park.

Best,
-Slashy

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Yalzin,

Yeah, I definitely can't swing that schedule. Sorry, but I will be following your journey with great interest!

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-Slashy

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Yalzin,
Are you still crossing at Ft. Madison? If so, I can't make any guarantees.

What time do you plan on arriving and leaving?

Best,
-Slashy

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I'm a big fan of lock washers. They're like RedHot; I put that $h1t on everything

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-Slashy

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Today's the day!
Safe travels and I look forward to reading about your adventure.

Best,
-Slashy

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Yalzin,
Any news? Have you set a departure date yet?

Best,
-Slashy

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Yalzin, I rode 100 miles on US-6 in Iowa yesterday. The bugs were pretty heavy. I've never ridden US-50, but I don't imagine it'd be any better down there. Be sure to protect yourself from bugsplats, especially your neck. *edit* After reviewing my Iowa DOT map, I don't think your planned route throu...

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Yalzin,
A suggestion for your rear tire jack option:
If you strap a milk crate to your rear luggage rack for storage space, the milk crate itself can double as a jack- stand.

Best,
-Slashy

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Yalzin,
If you're coming through Iowa, be sure to hit me up! The "Rubber Knife Gang" would enjoy providing an escort.

Best,
-Slashy

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Would it cost you more to have it looked at than it would cost to buy a lower mileage example? If it was me, I'd check it myself... but I do all my own work. *shrug* I'd say do a walk- around inspection (tires, electrical, leaks) then take it for a test drive. If it presents no issues, it's probably...

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Does anybody make dogleg brake levers for the Genuine Buddy? My GF has tiny hands and would be more comfortable with a shorter reach on her brakes.

Thanks,
-Slashy

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I've also got tubeless rims, so I'll snag a plug kit in the event I need it, but here's hoping I dont! Yeah, after experiencing what it's like to ride one of these with a flat, I've decided to convert to tubeless also. I'll carry a can of fix- a flat and a spare, but I don't imagine I'll need any m...

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This report isn't a "crash", but just wanted to report a boneheaded thing I did that could've gotten me hurt. 1. Which model and displacement (CCs) scooter was crashed? Color? '64 Vespa 177. Teal/ white 2. Was the crash due to rider error? What time of day did it occur? Absolutely. 12:30 i...

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I'll agree with most of the advice given above, but one difference: There is a big difference between confidence and complacency. The people around you aren't trying to kill you, but a lot of them are either bad drivers, distracted by their cell phones, or both. Many of the remainders will see you, ...

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https://www.scooterlab.uk/lml-scooter-f ... tice-news/

They may be able to get out of insolvency and keep their doors open, but...
I'd recommend buying any spares you might need now.

Best,
-Slashy

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dusty roads, To answer your questions, 1) Yes, it does happen. 2) It's more a case of the scooter being an awkward size and shape for the sensor. A large diameter loop close to the sensor is easy to detect. Bicycles are easy to detect near the perimeter because they make a large vertical loop. Cars ...

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If it's in good running condition and doesn't need any repairs, I'd say $800 is a fine price. At least in my area, it's rare to see a Buddy 125 in good condition for less than $1,000. Besides... It's a Buddy. You're buying it to ride and enjoy, not as an investment. A hundred dollars plus or minus r...

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dusty roads,
Check here: http://www.modernbuddy.com/forum/topic3 ... 9b6664d953

Best,
-Slashy

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Yalzin,
That's probably for the best. I hate seeing steel fasteners screwed into aluminum. Makes me cringe...

If you decide to take 6 through Iowa, let me know. I'd be happy to ride along with you part of the way.

Best,
-Slashy

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We used an Autocraft TZ10S. Fits like a glove.

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-Slashy

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From the sound of it, your start switch is shorted.

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-Slashy

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Yalzin,
Oh, I'm *far* from that! This girl is a rockstar:
http://250superhero.blogspot.com/

I selected the 20oz because it's adequate to get me 15 miles, which seems to be the average spacing between towns. I've never actually run out of gas tho' so I have no idea if it's enough.
Best,
-Slashy

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Yalzin, Here's a list of stuff I keep on my Vespa at all times: Parts Spare tire/rim inflated to 35 PSI Spare innertube Innertube repair kit Spark plug, gapped and ready to install 2 shifter cables (they work for anything in a pinch) Spare headlight bulb Tools Vespa multitool Metric stamped multiwre...

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Yalzin, The area around Crescent Junction was the only sticking point in my research. As I said earlier, I don't know how they handle low speed traffic in that stretch. If I had the opportunity I'd do it, but I have a Polini 177 cylinder and a 24/24 carb. Not sure how a stock Stella would fare. Best...

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James Hyde ( ScooterHauler@Yahoo.Com) specializes in hauling scooters around the country.
He shipped my '59 Vespa from Seattle to Cedar Rapids for $400.

Best,
-Slashy

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shawnturner, It really depends on what kind of driving you're planning on doing with it. If you just want to putt around town at 30 or less, a motorized bike would be fine. If you want to drive in traffic, carry groceries, or even take the highway for longer cruises a scooter would be more practical...

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I was following Route 6 on Google Maps. It looked like there were parts that ran on I-76? Parts of route 6 officially merge with interstates, but the unofficial "historic route 6" remains in most of them. Route 6 merges with I-70 going through the rockies and this cannot be avoided, *but*...

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Yalzin,
I would consider US-6 to be the ultimate cross- country adventure. The vast majority of it is Stella- friendly and it passes through a lot of America that the interstates bypassed.

Best,
-Slashy

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k1dude, I'm sure it's more the latter than the former. We got the Buddy specifically because she's too small to ride anything bigger. A Buddy 125 can't do this with a normal sized rider, but it can with a small one. Although as I said it *does* have an adjustment to the variator weights. I don't kno...

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babblefish wrote:
Are you quoting the Buddy's speedometer reading or GPS?

babblefish,
GPS, but it was mounted on my bike. She said her speedo read 65-70.

Best,
-Slashy

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Anyone who tells you his or her Buddy 125 goes over 60 MPH is using the speedometer rather than a GPS to measure it. 58 MPH as measured with GPS shows as 65+ MPH on the Buddy's speedo. jd, Not true. My GF's '08 Buddy 125 goes over 60, at least when she's riding it. We did a cruise from Cedar Rapids...

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KooK,

Glad to hear it!

Party on Wayne,
-Slashy

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I just helped a friend replace the muffler on his Vino. Same story as yours. Be aware that the impact on the muffler may have knocked your mounting points out of line or even bent an exhaust stud. If so, you will have to get that sorted out before the new muffler will install correctly. Good luck, -...

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I tried putting my kickstand down right in the sensor but no luck. I'll try in the corners and see if that works tomorrow. JJScoot, It should be at the edge of the sensor (along the side of the box) and you should swing the kickstand a couple times. The sensor looks for a change in reluctance. Best...

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People who drive Saturn's (less magnetic signature because of the door panels being plastic) and other small cars sometimes put hard drive magnets on the bottom of their cars, or suspended by fishing line. No idea if it works or if it's a placebo thing. If you have trouble with this frequently it m...

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Syd wrote: Best,
But there's no big design change between a 2009 Buddy and a 2015 Buddy. And if both scoots have mostly sat (they have), a guy's better off with the one that's sat least. Simples.

Syd,
Which is what the OP was asking.
Best,
-Slashy

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Galaxy Note 5 or Note 7 available used for the same price? Sometimes newer isn't better, which is why the OP asked.

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-Slashy

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Is there something I can do now that I took the carb home to really get into it. Yes, there is. Buy a carb rebuild kit. Remove all the plastic bits from the carb. Soak all the metal bits in this overnight: https://shop.advanceautoparts.com/p/gunk-carburetor-parts-cleaner-complete-kit-cc3k/7040709-p...

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pcsguy88,
Directly above the edge of the box. swinging your kickstand a couple times also helps. I had a couple lights that used to annoy me until I started doing this. Now they switch reliably.
https://www.fhwa.dot.gov/publications/r ... 108/02.cfm
^ Tha science

Best,
-Slashy

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Is the choke mechanism moving freely?

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HanShan, This is not a point that I believe either of us will ever convince the other about. Yes, you have a right to be there. Yes, driving at that speed is legal. But as the old saying goes, "honey, just 'cuz they make it in your size doesn't mean you should wear it". Being within your r...

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pcsguy88, Maybe you should look at a bigger bike if touring is your thing since no matter how fast you make your Buddy, it's still physically too small for the highway. I have to disagree. It really depends on the rider and what their size/ weight allows the bike to do. My GF and I rode from Cedar R...

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Babblefish,
The Stella 2t uses the 13/16 spark plug.

Best,
-Slashy

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Unfortunately, it appears that the OP already bought the 125 and now has to figure out how to make it go slightly faster and hold speed on hills better. I doubt he wants to trade his recent purchase. cummingsic, That's not the issue. The problem is I'm limited by her height. She's too small to ride...

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