Blur 220i

Bjc617 · Post by **Bjc617** » Wed Jul 07, 2010 5:15 am

Just picked up the new blur and i got to tell you it is one fast machine I had it up to 83mph only for a second and it is very stable at those speeds doesn't feel shaky at all

Lostmycage · Post by **Lostmycage** » Wed Jul 07, 2010 5:22 am

Excellent!

jasondavis48108 · Post by **jasondavis48108** » Wed Jul 07, 2010 11:50 am

awesome! and congratulations on you sweet new ride

I'm assuming that was 83mph indicated right? Does anyone know yet about what percent the new Blur speedos are off by? I'd be interested to see what thier gps top speed ends up being.

Rippinyarn · Post by **Rippinyarn** » Wed Jul 07, 2010 12:33 pm

I think that my speedo is off by about 5 mph, maybe a little more at higher speeds. I've not explored much WOT, but I can tell you that the most remarkable feature so far is the mid-range. The handling is so solid and the brakes so good, I'm riding deeper into turns and hitting the throttle just past the apex and really feeling the push on the back (acceleration) that I'm just not used to on a scoot.

Also, darn near perfect exhaust sound at speed, loud, but not too loud. Everything is breaking in nicely, it's riding smoother, getting a bit louder and the engine is getting smoother (I think). I did the oil and the gear oil this past weekend, and both were is good shape.

I am very impressed, and at almost 400 miles (2 weeks old tomorrow!), I'm still very excited every time I go for a ride.

jasondavis48108 · Post by **jasondavis48108** » Wed Jul 07, 2010 12:45 pm

Rippinyarn wrote:I think that my speedo is off by about 5 mph, maybe a little more at higher speeds. I've not explored much WOT, but I can tell you that the most remarkable feature so far is the mid-range. The handling is so solid and the brakes so good, I'm riding deeper into turns and hitting the throttle just past the apex and really feeling the push on the back (acceleration) that I'm just not used to on a scoot.

Also, darn near perfect exhaust sound at speed, loud, but not too loud. Everything is breaking in nicely, it's riding smoother, getting a bit louder and the engine is getting smoother (I think). I did the oil and the gear oil this past weekend, and both were is good shape.

I am very impressed, and at almost 400 miles (2 weeks old tomorrow!), I'm still very excited every time I go for a ride.

400 miles in two weeks, not bad! Glad to hear that your scooter only gets better with miles, thats a really awesome feeling. I couldn't believe how much more I came to love my sh150 the more I rode it.

peabody99 · Post by **peabody99** » Mon Jul 12, 2010 1:11 am

realistically is it freeway capable (or as much as any 250)? I would not expect long cruising, but say, 10-15 miles or so?

Bjc617 · Post by **Bjc617** » Mon Jul 12, 2010 1:23 am

Yea sure is took it on the freeway today you can cruise at around 70 without putting stress on the motor max speed I got up to was about 85

Rippinyarn · Post by **Rippinyarn** » Mon Jul 12, 2010 12:07 pm

I would agree, most certainly freeway capable, especially for short stretches. I've not been on the freeway yet due to the break in, but one of these days (and off hours), I'm going to do it. I'd like to install my Dyna-Beads first too.

BeachBuzz · Post by **BeachBuzz** » Mon Jul 12, 2010 12:43 pm

shouldn't have any problem on the superslabs - I've done short stretches on my 150 without any issues. I wouldn't recommend extended trips on the slab though, for me just an exit or two to get there quicker when the need arises. Otherwise I prefer to stay on the quieter, safer, bendier surface streets on the scooter

fs8gbe · Post by **fs8gbe** » Mon Jul 12, 2010 1:52 pm

i work from home, but on the days i do go in to the office (4 times a month) i use the superslab for a stretch of about 3 exits. the 150 is perfectly capable, so i'm sure you'll have no trouble at all.

BeachBuzz wrote:shouldn't have any problem on the superslabs - I've done short stretches on my 150 without any issues. I wouldn't recommend extended trips on the slab though, for me just an exit or two to get there quicker when the need arises. Otherwise I prefer to stay on the quieter, safer, bendier surface streets on the scooter

Bjc617 · Post by **Bjc617** » Mon Jul 12, 2010 3:26 pm

I was on the highway for about 20 mins had no issues at all going with even passing traffic and like I said really didn't put that much stress on the motor at all

ericz · Post by **ericz** » Fri Jul 16, 2010 12:36 am

I agree. The new Blur 220 is a mover. 75+ mph and then I ran out of nerve since I was in a 40 mph zone. Very smooth and stable so I'm betting highway travel is reasonable with it.

leo.urbis · Post by **leo.urbis** » Thu Jul 29, 2010 9:10 pm

jasondavis48108 wrote:awesome! and congratulations on you sweet new ride I'm assuming that was 83mph indicated right? Does anyone know yet about what percent the new Blur speedos are off by? I'd be interested to see what thier gps top speed ends up being.

Just Gotta Scoot says it's 15%-17% optimistic. I test rode the Blur and had similar results. I was shocked at how far off a digital speedometer could be.

Has anyone done a GPS verified top speed on a broken in Blur yet? I'm very curious.

Bjc617 · Post by **Bjc617** » Thu Jul 29, 2010 11:59 pm

I had hit what the speedo said 88 on the highway not gps verified once I get a mount for my gps i will let you all know, only thing that is bugging me is the cover around the gas cap vibrates and it is really annoying I might tape or glue the bottom in

Lostmycage · Post by **Lostmycage** » Fri Jul 30, 2010 12:56 am

Don't glue it down! It turns about 1/4 turn (I can't remember clockwise or counter clockwise) and lifts off. There's a chance it could just be loose. Being that it's fuel injected, you'll want to have the option of getting to the gas tank should the pump fail. If it's rattling, get some foam weatherstripping to place around the bottom, put the trim ring on press and turn and that might take care of the rattle.

Bjc617 · Post by **Bjc617** » Fri Jul 30, 2010 1:24 am

I will try the weather strips thanks

Mikie M. · Post by **Mikie M.** » Fri Jul 30, 2010 1:48 pm

Rippinyarn wrote:I think that my speedo is off by about 5 mph, maybe a little more at higher speeds. I've not explored much WOT, but I can tell you that the most remarkable feature so far is the mid-range. The handling is so solid and the brakes so good, I'm riding deeper into turns and hitting the throttle just past the apex and really feeling the push on the back (acceleration) that I'm just not used to on a scoot.

Also, darn near perfect exhaust sound at speed, loud, but not too loud. Everything is breaking in nicely, it's riding smoother, getting a bit louder and the engine is getting smoother (I think). I did the oil and the gear oil this past weekend, and both were is good shape.

I am very impressed, and at almost 400 miles (2 weeks old tomorrow!), I'm still very excited every time I go for a ride.

I to am a new SS220i owner. What were your choices for motor oil and gear lube? All synthetic, I assume?

Rippinyarn · Post by **Rippinyarn** » Fri Jul 30, 2010 3:14 pm

You betcha, Rotella semi-syn (as the only 15-40 available locally and as POC Phil recommends somewhere) and I think Mobil or Valvoline gear oil of a near equivalent (very thick!) I also picked up some Mobile One 4t synthetic for the next engine oil change. I'll probably go back to Rotella as it's available in those large jugs and that cuts the price down a bit.

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