Hardshifting of Stella
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Hardshifting of Stella
Had an occasion a couple of weeks ago to test drive a Stella. The hard, slamming shifting of it has me concerned. Any input re: the longevity of the tranny from someone who has had one for a long time? Also, I read on the web somewhere that some states are trying to outlaw 2-strokes. The article I think came from Pennsylvania. Dealers seem to off-load their stock of Stellas. I like the steel construction and spare wheel. Shifting I don't mind as long as I can do it a few thousand times without having to visit the shop. BTW, I'm in Arizona and don't like having to ship clean across the country. Trucking companies like to destroy things on the way. Any help will be appreciated.
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"The hard, slamming shifting" will cease once your Stella is broken in. Some states would love to outlaw two-strokes, along with anything else you might find enjoyable. If you don't live in MA or CA, don't worry about it. I've been enjoying my Stella since the summer of 2006, and my P200 for the past year and a half. A 4-speed two-stroke, IMHO, is the quintessence of the scooter experience. If you're in AZ, you're in a place where you can enjoy your scooter year-round. As someone once said, "It's never too late to enjoy a happy childhood."
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My brand new 2008 Stella will be here next week. Its going in the garage with the 4 strokes. Last time I had a 2 stroke was A 175cc dirt bike in the 70s. I think I'm getting excited. RINNNGDINGDINGDINGDING!PeterC wrote:"The hard, slamming shifting" will cease once your Stella is broken in. Some states would love to outlaw two-strokes, along with anything else you might find enjoyable. If you don't live in MA or CA, don't worry about it. I've been enjoying my Stella since the summer of 2006, and my P200 for the past year and a half. A 4-speed two-stroke, IMHO, is the quintessence of the scooter experience. If you're in AZ, you're in a place where you can enjoy your scooter year-round. As someone once said, "It's never too late to enjoy a happy childhood."
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Alright Dennis! Jason came over today and dropped off the hardware for my centerstand for the P200, so she's standing on her own 2 feet! He said he was leaving to pick up the Stella tonight! I still haven't gotten the chance to ride much at all since my kickstart/braking foot is burnt in the worst possible spot! I rode it the other day though anyway and I stalled out at 2 different lights. Ah, the joys of learning....
P.S. Did you name your Stella Bill? I was thinking of painting mine a really dark metallic grey, I could call it the Black Mamba.
P.S. Did you name your Stella Bill? I was thinking of painting mine a really dark metallic grey, I could call it the Black Mamba.
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Bill would be good. I might have to do that. Or just ACK!. But in a different color. Might need to get my local scootering arteest to help me out.KRUSTYburger wrote:Alright Dennis! Jason came over today and dropped off the hardware for my centerstand for the P200, so she's standing on her own 2 feet! He said he was leaving to pick up the Stella tonight! I still haven't gotten the chance to ride much at all since my kickstart/braking foot is burnt in the worst possible spot! I rode it the other day though anyway and I stalled out at 2 different lights. Ah, the joys of learning....
P.S. Did you name your Stella Bill? I was thinking of painting mine a really dark metallic grey, I could call it the Black Mamba.
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You've never heard of Bill the cat? Bloom County? Opus? Yes, its the cat. ACK!!!
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Only two? You're doing much better than I did. Of course, I had to break in a brand new bike. Maybe I'll break it in sometime this year, even! But seriously, 200+ miles in, and it's already getting easier. This week, I went THREE WHOLE DAYS without stalling!KRUSTYburger wrote:I rode it the other day though anyway and I stalled out at 2 different lights. Ah, the joys of learning....
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