[NBR] For $3500 I got a (slightly) bigger scooter
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[NBR] For $3500 I got a (slightly) bigger scooter
...which looks like this. I'm a traitor, I know. I still think the sub-$3000 new scooter market is the most interesting, vibrant, dynamic, growing market on the face of the earth. My problem is that it seems like everywhere I want to go is a long ways away. I got on Craig's List and saw that I could get a used Honda Silverwing 600 in near perfect condition with a nice topcase for about the same OTD price as a Buddy SI and that was it for me.
I still love you guys (well, most of you guys ) and I hope you still love me.
I still love you guys (well, most of you guys ) and I hope you still love me.
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My bad. I get a little tunnel-visioned when I try to comprehend anything outside of the Buddy universe.AxeYrCat wrote:sotied wrote:*need to bump this so it travels down with the other Goldwing post*
BUMP!
Woah there!!
Goldwings and Silverwings are very different creatures, as are their riders.
John's a particularly rad guy, and I think the Silverwing sounds like it was a bargain.
Wing this, wing that. Might be a bucket of sauceless hot-wings from KFC for all I know. I just know it's not a Tangerine Buddy 125, one of the most powerful and attractive vehicles known to all of man- and womankind.
You know what comes close though? The dark pink buddy. I think their signature is RBC for some reason. But I still know them all as slow and dark pink.
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Re: [NBR] For $3500 I got a (slightly) bigger scooter
Good luck with it. Be sure and practice your tight U-turns with it...jrsjr wrote:...which looks like this. I'm a traitor, I know. I still think the sub-$3000 new scooter market is the most interesting, vibrant, dynamic, growing market on the face of the earth. My problem is that it seems like everywhere I want to go is a long ways away. I got on Craig's List and saw that I could get a used Honda Silverwing 600 in near perfect condition with a nice topcase for about the same OTD price as a Buddy SI and that was it for me.
I still love you guys (well, most of you guys ) and I hope you still love me.
About 35 MPG's I do hear... (-Iffen you take it easy, that is...)
Anyway, I never really loved you.
And now I don't love yer scoot either!
So there..!
(But I'm sure you'll enjoy the Wing anyway...)
Namaste,
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No, they ain't. Ones just got more $$ than the other, thas all...AxeYrCat wrote:sotied wrote:*need to bump this so it travels down with the other Goldwing post*
BUMP!
Woah there!!
Goldwings and Silverwings are very different creatures, as are their riders.
Namaste,
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Ohhh, jmazza, I'm just not going to comment... nope, keepin the comment to myself... but I have just found a new addition to my sig line!jmazza wrote: We're just all jealous that you will be able to ride for more than 45 minutes without your butt going numb.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/ronin_000/
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Re: [NBR] For $3500 I got a (slightly) bigger scooter
jrsjr wrote:...
I still love you guys (well, most of you guys ) and I hope you still love me.
Welcome to the world of the Maxiscooter!
That sounds like an excellent score! I almost picked up an Swing before purchasing the Burgman Ex (the true Goldwing of scooters!)
Now you just need to join another forum!
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Re: [NBR] For $3500 I got a (slightly) bigger scooter
Honest question....jrsjr wrote:...which looks like this. I'm a traitor, I know. I still think the sub-$3000 new scooter market is the most interesting, vibrant, dynamic, growing market on the face of the earth. My problem is that it seems like everywhere I want to go is a long ways away. I got on Craig's List and saw that I could get a used Honda Silverwing 600 in near perfect condition with a nice topcase for about the same OTD price as a Buddy SI and that was it for me.
I still love you guys (well, most of you guys ) and I hope you still love me.
What is the functional difference in riding experience between that and a traditional motorcycle? I have never ridden a big dawg like that.
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Re: [NBR] For $3500 I got a (slightly) bigger scooter
That's actually a really good question, because "functional" is the operant word here, IMHO. Straight up, riding a motorcycle in traffic is less fun and more work than riding a scooter because of clutching/shifting (maybe add foot braking to this list, too) It's just no fun to work a clutch and shift in stop-and-go traffic. On a scoot, in that kind of traffic, I can can keep it really simple by just working the rear brake with my left hand and the throttle with my right. It's easy enough to still be enjoyable, while doing that on a motorcycle is just tiresome.Pete1ks wrote:Honest question....
What is the functional difference in riding experience between that and a traditional motorcycle? I have never ridden a big dawg like that.
Once you get out of traffic and start comparing the road manners of the big scooter vs a motorcycle, the motorcycle has some advantages, especially as you push the performance envelope. One big difference is the riding position. On a motorcycle, you can "hug the bike;" grip the tank with your knees and manipulate your weight by using the footpegs. Another big difference is that you have somewhat finer control of the power on a motorcycle because you can work the clutch and the gears. Also, a motorcycle has the advantage of larger wheels which are better for dealing with road obstacles like potholes and debris. Beyond that, it's a matter of personal preference for the "sitting on a chair" posture of a scooter vs the "horseback" riding posture of a motorcycle. I like both.
So, for me, the difference is all about functionality and not at all about horsepower or appearance. Excellent question!
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Re: [NBR] For $3500 I got a (slightly) bigger scooter
I agree about not having to shift in traffic, I have had times when riding my Vespas that I get home and my left hand is really tired!jrsjr wrote:That's actually a really good question, because "functional" is the operant word here, IMHO. Straight up, riding a motorcycle in traffic is less fun and more work than riding a scooter because of clutching/shifting (maybe add foot braking to this list, too) It's just no fun to work a clutch and shift in stop-and-go traffic. On a scoot, in that kind of traffic, I can can keep it really simple by just working the rear brake with my left hand and the throttle with my right. It's easy enough to still be enjoyable, while doing that on a motorcycle is just tiresome.Pete1ks wrote:Honest question....
What is the functional difference in riding experience between that and a traditional motorcycle? I have never ridden a big dawg like that.
Once you get out of traffic and start comparing the road manners of the big scooter vs a motorcycle, the motorcycle has some advantages, especially as you push the performance envelope. One big difference is the riding position. On a motorcycle, you can "hug the bike;" grip the tank with your knees and manipulate your weight by using the footpegs. Another big difference is that you have somewhat finer control of the power on a motorcycle because you can work the clutch and the gears. Also, a motorcycle has the advantage of larger wheels which are better for dealing with road obstacles like potholes and debris. Beyond that, it's a matter of personal preference for the "sitting on a chair" posture of a scooter vs the "horseback" riding posture of a motorcycle. I like both.
So, for me, the difference is all about functionality and not at all about horsepower or appearance. Excellent question!
As far as gripping the tank with your knees, well...how much grip do you get with your knees? I have found that when you tuck your knees together...as on a maxi scooter...all you need to do is press on the floorboard..same as pressing the peg. Also the Burgman 650 and Swing handle closer to sports bikes than cruisers. A very light counterstearing touch is all thats needed to lean it into a turn. I am not convinced that "smaller" wheels are a minus, but I will admit that the Burgman suspension could use some beefing up. I really don't know about the Swing suspension.
Power control...perhaps on the Swing. The Burgman 650 has an electronic CVT, no variator, no weights. The funny looking "power" button is just that. It kicks it into a sport mode that is very quick and responsive. There is also a "manual" mode with preselected CVT ratios shifted by left hand paddles...no clutch...heck.sometimes I dont even back off the throttle (makes the Harley riders weep leaving the lights!)
Anti Power? Both the Swing (as an option) and Burgman 650 Executive have true ABS...not those dangerous dump valves called ABS on some of the China crap. True ABS has generally only been available on BMW motorcycles.
Handling on both is, in my opinion (no...I am not humble!) far superior than almost any motorcycle. Even though the Swing is a swingarm mounted (I believe...but could be mistaken) engine (Burgman 650 is frame mounted) they are MUCH lower than a motorcycle engine. Lower center of gravity = much better handling.
My opinion is that the Swing is abit more nimble a low speeds, the Burgman more stable at high speeds (80+)
Then there is the storage. Two full face helmets fit under the Burgman 650 seat. I opten make a 330 mile round trip for work. I fit a 17" laptop widebrim hardhat and rain gear under the seat. Oh yeah ... I also get 58 cents a mile from the company
The Swing is a hot scooter! (But it's no Burgman! ) In my opinion the handling, storage and braking of the high end maxiscooters make them much more useful...and fun..than a motorcycle.
But then again...I am a scooter kind of guy!
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Some would say that's a good thing... Seriously, thanks for the info. Good post!BuddyRaton wrote:The Swing is a hot scooter! (But it's no Burgman!)
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Are the rear (left lever) brakes linked to the front? I think some Swings had that like the pre 2007 Burgman 400s had. It is not necisarilly bad but something to be aware ofif they are.
Are the rear (left lever) brakes linked to the front? I think some Swings had that like the pre 2007 Burgman 400s had. It is not necisarilly bad but something to be aware ofif they are.
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