Modern Buddy

Anyone ever done this? Seems like it wouldn't be that difficult. Is there a existing bracket for simular 10" rims that would perhaps be a good place to start? then just need a way to attach said bracket to Buddy's existing rack mount which shouldn't be difficult. Would like to do it w/o a welder if possible. Any ideas? The Cannonball thread got me thinking about long road trips and what I would bring along.

Haven't heard of anyone doing that, but what about getting the front rack and bungying it on there?

Shouldn't be too hard to fabricate one. I've seen people just tie or strap them to racks.

ericalm wrote:I've seen people just tie or strap them to racks.

That's my plan as of now, unless I leave it in the support car

BootScootin'FireFighter wrote:

ericalm wrote:I've seen people just tie or strap them to racks.

That's my plan as of now, unless I leave it in the support car

Tire with a rim will add a significant amount of weight to your front end. If you're carrying one there, it'll be important to balance the load.

There may be better places to carry it. Rip the glove bucket out and put it behind the legshield!

Ixnay on the rim, looking to just carry a spare tire, just incase.

And take a spare valve stem, too

Wouldn't Tire levers and a tire take up about the same space and weight as a mounted rim? And then you gotta change that little bugger on the road. >>>leaves thread to investigate ripping out the glove bucket.

For the tubeless tires, I think you're better off carrying a plug kit and a 12v pump or foot pump. Most punctures can be plugged and a good plug will last. I used my kit on a car tire (punctured by a wood screw) and the dealer mechanics told me not to bother replacing it—the plug's good. Unless you blow out the tire (unlikely with a tubeless) or have a sidewall puncture, it should be fine. Leave the spare in the support vehicle!

I've got an old-school Slime gooey-string plug kit on board, but if I ever find $40 or so loose in my pocket begging to get out, I may pick up one of the Stop 'n' Go plugger kits - that mushroom design looks nice.

Those CO2 inflators scare me on little scoot tires, though. I think I'll stick to my little pump.

Don't understand the dislike of C02 chargers here on MB(I've heard this before here). Been using them for 20 years with great results, only the last year with my scoot, but both times I flatted they did the trick just fine. Take up just a little space, carry 6 chargers and you got yourself covered. They are perfect for scooter purposes.

I have seen spare tire rear rack mounts for Vespas but not for Buddys. Are there any out there ? Seems that would be a practical thing to have for trips

theflash784 wrote:I have seen spare tire rear rack mounts for Vespas but not for Buddys. Are there any out there ? Seems that would be a practical thing to have for trips

You might be able to modify one of the passenger backrests or rear racks with a spare tire carrier for a Buddy, but it would probably require some cutting and welding. The mounting points are totally different. At that point, might as well DIY!