Need some advice

Gimpy · Post by **Gimpy** » Thu Mar 13, 2008 8:22 pm

Gee, My first post on this forum!
I am not new to bikes but have been away for several years. Due to the rising fuel prices and my love of bikes I have decided to "dip my toe back into the water". I am looking at a 2007 125 Buddy with windshield plus trunk and a stock Rattler 110. The dealer has priced the Buddy at $2739 and the Rattler for $2500, both are out the door prices (tax, title & plate). Are these good prices? The scooter will be used to run into town 10 miles for errands, all back roads no highways. I am a big guy around 230 lbs and wonder what you would recommend for an errand runner.

nissanman · Post by **nissanman** » Thu Mar 13, 2008 8:30 pm

You can guess my vote

You've got a win-win decision on your hands there. The Rattler will accelerate better, has an adjustable rear shock and stop better. The Buddy will go faster and lack that two stroke smell. And both have a different look. I'm 200lbs 6'0" and the 110 does fine by me. Either way scoot and have fun...

jfrost2 · Post by **jfrost2** » Thu Mar 13, 2008 8:34 pm

Very nice out the door prices, similar to what I paid for my buddy, go for it, quick!

afriendofcheese · Post by **afriendofcheese** » Thu Mar 13, 2008 8:35 pm

The Rattler does have more leg room with te pegs on the side. The handle bars are also much wider too.
Test ride them both and you'll likely know right away which feels better.

Leeroy Jenkins · Post by **Leeroy Jenkins** » Thu Mar 13, 2008 9:52 pm

ride them both before you buy.

me, i would go with the buddy I have put 4k miles on my bud and about 100+ on a rattler. I know the both well.

maribell · Post by **maribell** » Thu Mar 13, 2008 11:07 pm

I'd go with the buddy. just to let you know the accessories, (windshield, trunk, and rear rack that you must have to mount it run about $260 before tax). My buddy 125 handles my 200 lbs just fine, and at 600 Buddy units I am a happy camper.

Gimpy · Post by **Gimpy** » Fri Mar 14, 2008 1:25 am

Thanks for the replies, I appreciate your input! Going to go test ride them tomorrow and maybe one of them will follow me home

. Hopefully it will not rain or snow.

dannyW · Post by **dannyW** » Fri Mar 14, 2008 6:17 am

people are going gaga for 2008 buddies, i bet yo could get a better deal on the buddy, (that price is good) but if you have cash... you never know.

enjoy what you get.

Corsair · Post by **Corsair** » Fri Mar 14, 2008 11:40 am

Those sound like REALLY great OTD prices (especially with all the add ons). Either way I think you'll be happy. Have you gotten a chance to test ride one? I had a blast testing out the Rattler (surprisingly fast) but the Buddy suits me perfectly (another 6ft 200 pounder) Plus I liked the style, storage, and it being a 4 stroke.

illnoise · Post by **illnoise** » Fri Mar 14, 2008 5:43 pm

You might want to look at the Blur, if they have any. It's discontinued, and dealers have been selling the orange 2006 models pretty cheap. (the black 2007 model is harder to get a price break on) It's a 150, but not really much different speed-wise from the Buddy 125, it's just a bigger frame that might fit you better and the suspension and brakes are awesome. I'm 250, 5'11, and I feel like it's the perfect size for me, and it's just such a nicely-engineered bike with great ergonomics and handling.

Gimpy · Post by **Gimpy** » Sat Mar 15, 2008 3:03 am

Well I did it, I am the proud owner of a Red Buddy 125. The dealer even threw in a free helmet and first time service, not bad. Do any of you know how to get the bugs out of your teeth

? I am grinning so much it's like the grill on a Buick.
I tried the Rattler and it has impressive acceleration and a good top end, but to me it was overly responsive to input on the handlebars. Not knocking the Rattler but the Buddy just felt better to me. Thanks to all who responded, I sure enjoy this forum!

Corsair · Post by **Corsair** » Sat Mar 15, 2008 3:30 am

MANY MANY MANY CONGRATS!

jrsjr · Post by **jrsjr** » Sat Mar 15, 2008 10:10 pm

Gimpy wrote:Thanks to all who responded, I sure enjoy this forum!

And we're glad you're here! Welcome to both Modern Buddy and Buddy ownership.

Have Fun and do that Ride Safe thing.

nissanman · Post by **nissanman** » Sun Mar 16, 2008 12:31 am

One less full time cager... nice

jmazza · Post by **jmazza** » Sun Mar 16, 2008 12:48 am

Gimpy wrote: Do any of you know how to get the bugs out of your teeth ? I am grinning so much it's like the grill on a Buick.

Fullface helmet and shield works well to keep them out!!

Congrats on the Buddy!!

Post by **ericalm** » Sun Mar 16, 2008 1:19 am

Congrats! I find it very hard to compare the Rattler and Buddy. They just have totally different looks, feels and ride very differently from each other. Even the seating position on a Rattler really had me confounded—just felt weird to me, as I'm used to the more retro-styled modern scoot with a less aggressive stance. Or maybe it's just my weird proportions.