need new to me scoot

[stu]

restarting with bikes as I have a Grandson age 15th next month who I just got a 2007 Ruckus with less than a 1000 miles, which I have been testing out how it works etc. seems a great scooter, I am age 71 200lbs 5' 9" 27" inseam, I think I will get something as well so we can run around some togeather. something 5/7 years old A DO EVERYTHING SCOOTER if there is such a thing our riding would be no highways, 80% paved roads & 20% dirt hunting, fishing etc. nothing over 250cc. We live in New Brunswick Canada very few scooter dealer so service is an issue for a lot of makes I was thinking a Honda Or Yamaha may be my best option? any
modern recommendations for something in the 100/250cc range. Thanks Stu

[SteveK]

If you liked the Ruckus you would love the Roughhouse 50cc (RH50). For twice the power the Rattler 110cc is the same everything mostly but far more power. These are 2 stroke engines however, with oil injection so no premixing required. For off the road the adjustable rear shocks are a true blessing.

We do alot of dirt road and gravel pit driving with ours. It's not quite a CT70 Honda....but that's not a scooter either....heh.

What ever you decide on look for fat tires. Our Buddy 50cc does not fare so well off the pavement but does OK there within reason.

[Lotrat]

Pretty cool gramps wants to get out with his grandson. Not sure what you rode back when you had a motorcycle and what kind of power you're looking for or need. My last motorcycle was a 750cc 14 years ago. I just picked up Rattler 110 and it's great up to 40-50mph. Not much after that. A tad slow up the big hills. I'm an inch shorter than you and 20lbs lighter. The Rattler comes with street tires, but I plan to put something a little more "dual sport" on it when the time comes. I haven't taken it in the dirt, but other have.

[agrogod]

I second the RH50. Very capable scoot. Haven't had mine off road but the stock tires are for on/off road adventures. Good luck finding your ride.