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Yalzin

1) The G400 should be available for purchase everywhere in the US except for California in about three to four weeks. Because of California's more complex emissions laws, we won't see them until near the end of the year. 2) SF Scooter Center will be carrying the G400 in their store. So what you are...

Yalzin

Are one of the wires bared/stripped, particularly near the cowl lever?

Since the turn signals route through the cowl, that might be your culprit?

Yalzin

I have to agree. I was very enthusiastic about the G400C when it was first announced and as more information and reviews came in. Now I'm kind of leaning toward the Svartpilen 401 as a second bike. Genuine is really dropping the ball on getting the G400C out, and it is very disappointing. (Well, Ge...

Yalzin

I could probably drive up from Oakland sometime...

Yalzin

It doesn't take long, with practice. If you've ever shifted a motorcycle before, more than half the battle is done already (getting off the clutch without stalling or poppin' a wheelie). If you've never shifted a bike before, it's a bit steeper of a learning curve. I'd never shifted anything before ...

Yalzin

Yalzin wrote:I remember when I first bought my 4T in 2014, and there were a lot of posts about Clutch Cables breaking (mostly from 2Ts I guess?).

My cable finally started shredding 2 days ago. Got 11,500 miles out of that sucker.

Update: Replacement cable lasted 6,000 miles. Now on the third

Yalzin

Did you go with 12g because others told you to, or because it was the right weights for you/your bike/riding situations?

Yalzin

For what it's worth, I love my 4T. Just shy of 18,000 miles, and has traveled through the Adirondack, Rocky, and Sierra-Nevada Mountains, as well as many, many country road miles in Indiana.

Yalzin

5'7" (on a good day)

Yalzin

I mean, I've got over 17k miles on mine...

But you definitely need to know how to tinker with it.

Yalzin

I was really confused when I saw the ignition coil circled in red.

Yalzin

When I bought my windshield for the cross-country drive, I ended up getting the Prima Medium Size Windshield (https://www.scooterworks.com/Prima-Windshield-Medium-Vespa-P-Series-Genuine-Stella-P12630.aspx) Keeps the wind off the body (and hands) without being too much. One negative if you ride with ...

Yalzin

Because they can be taken to a recycling center for a few bucks? Don't have to bother finding a buyer then

Yalzin

Get a Stella. Keep 'em guessing where the battery is

Yalzin

Keep any bare metal bits painted. Wash the bike regularly - a clean bike is a happy bike (side note: my bike is not a happy bike right now >_>).

The third thing you can do is come riding with me some time, I just moved to the East Bay ;D

Yalzin

I was reading a similar situation about a buddy and it sounded like it was a vapor lock issue. The "vapor lock" issue you read about with Buddy's is actually a tank venting issue. You can diagnose that by loosening the fuel cap a little to let air into the tank. If the problem goes away a...

Yalzin

Perfect since I'm on the Oakland/Emeryville border.

I look forward to getting a drink at 'oh crap, we need a new bar' except I can't find it on Google Maps

Yalzin

Hi everyone! Now that things are settling down for me at the new place, I'm ready to start branching out and making friends. What better way than with a scooter club! Problem is, I'm having some trouble finding one that isn't make/model/year etc. specific. Any clubs in the area that take all scooter...

Yalzin

Your best bet would probably be to contact Scootertworks directly. I imagine they have the parts, if they don't list them.

Yalzin

I was under the impression that the Kill-Switch was meant to be used in emergencies (engine reving out of control, user needing to stop the motor for whatever reason quickly, etc.) and not meant to be used on a day-to-day basis?

Yalzin

Second the bungee nets.

Yalzin

Got Donna back today from the shop. New rear tire (as expected), new front shock and the mystery oil leak solved.

Read all about it

http://stellartravels.bryanhoey.com/201 ... ntry-trip/

Yalzin

waffling between a buddy50 and a venture, because of this. Not expecting unexpected speed (no replacement for displacement), but whatever scoot i end up with, I'd rather have it to its full potential. If anyone has any insights, please share. thanks! No waffling necessary. The Buddy 50 is miles ahe...

Yalzin

ok, there we go. If you are the kind of person that likes to watch a show from start to finish, and not have to wait a week for the next installment like most people do, your prayers have been answered! 8 complete days listed, pictures uploaded, the narrative mostly complete. Just have to wait on th...

Yalzin

Where did you get the picture of me while I was driving in Nevada?!

(Except there were no cacti to lean against).

Anyway, I've added all of the posts except the last two (Fallon, NV --> Oakland, CA, and the final reflection thingy...which I'm waiting until I get Donna back from the SFSC).

Yalzin

Have you changed the air filter recently?

Yalzin

Anyone have any idea how to de-restrict the Genuine Venture? I read that all it is is taking the de-restrictor chip on it? Anyone have any idea where it is or what to do? If I remember correctly, one of the restrictions is in the carburetor as well. When I worked at a Genuine dealer, we experimente...

Yalzin

Congrats and you got here just in time, our Summer will start soon...I hope. I'm getting tired of riding in 50 degree weather and in the wind and fog... Anyway, hope you land a good job soon. Our summer is (finally!) on the out. I'm getting tired of riding in the 110s. Well done Yalzin! I bet! Driv...

Yalzin

Congratulations! So now that you've had some time to rest and recuperate, what do you think? Would you do it again, or is once enough for a lifetime? Best, -Slashy I was thinking about that as I drove through the 105*F heat in the California Valley. On Donna, I think it was a once in a lifetime thi...

Yalzin

So, Donna is currently in the SF Scooter Centre shop. Apparently she has a blown front shock (which will explain the wobbling at very slow speeds)

How exciting. Wonder when THAT occurred?

Yalzin

Trip complete! I made it to my destination in Oakland/Emeryville around 5:30pm local time. Pictures tomorrow. Blog posts tomorrow. Sleeps now. That California Valley is a killer. I think I drove through >100*F for over two hours. Thank goodness for the camelpack and friends with tips on hydration (a...

Yalzin

424 miles from Delta, UT to Fallon, NV.

My butt hurts.

...not in a good way.

(no blog post, I'm going to sleep).

The end should be tomorrow!

Yalzin

Made it to Delta, UT. Slashy, I'm doing 6 and 50. Adventure!

Latest blog post is up, but I'm too lazy to edit the top post here. I'll do it sometime.

Yalzin

GoSlash27 wrote:Yalzin,
The heat will only get worse as you travel west, and the rest stops will get much farther apart. More hydration and cooling!

Loving the blog,
-Slashy

And more leaving earlier in the day!

Yalzin

Hey, Southern Indiana has some hills

Yalzin

No problem. Iowa was a lot more fun than I thought it would be! Honestly, I never pictured Iowa as being Hilly, but it definitely was!

Currently in Nebraska (Omaha), and taking a rest day after a rather rough night with heat, storms, etc. I'll update posts soon as I can

Yalzin

Yalzin, Are you still crossing at Ft. Madison? If so, I can't make any guarantees. What time do you plan on arriving and leaving? Best, -Slashy That's the plan - hopefully staying at Nauvoo Park on the IL side, or one of the state parks near Ft Madison. Likely leaving around 6am from there so I can...

Yalzin

Launch day was postponed one day so I can sell my truck.

Stand up tomorrow around 10am! Will post updates.

Slashy, Plan on being at the Il/Iowa Border tomorrow night

Yalzin

Got the rejection e-mail last night. Oh well. Hard not to think of it as $500 wasted on travel (and quite a lot of time), but I suppose these things happen. At least I got a lot of my luggage moved out there via Amtrak, so I don't have to worry about shipping some things! Just realized Sunday is tom...

Yalzin

Interview went very well, I think! Fingers crossed.

I'll be posting soonish with all the pictures from the California Zephyr. That train ride was SUPER Amazing!

Thanks for the well wishes everyone.

Plan is still to leave on Sunday

Yalzin

Thanks! I've done a long haul from Chicago to Trinidad, CO before, spend a lot of time in the lounge car!

Currently in Ottumwa IA, so I'll be going right along the scooter route for a bit. It's a great preview!

Yalzin

Thanks!

Once you get your Stella, you should head down to Bloomington. There is a small scooter club there (Hoosier Ride Scooter Club)

Yalzin

Figured out a date! I was going to leave this Sunday (July 16)! ...Then I was informed of an in-person interview in SF for next week. So, I've changed the date. All hail the new departure date of Sunday, July 23! Relevant Blog Post: http://stellartravels.bryanhoey.com/2017/07/14/a-second-trip-the-ca...

Yalzin

srbbnd wrote:Nice! If you go through Southern Missouri, you will have some better scenery.

Thought about going that way, but decided a more middle-of-the-US would be a bit faster.

Definitely going to do it another time though!

Yalzin

Has anyone done that? I was thinking about attaching a sleeping bag (or pad, or something similarly light) to the front, but I don't have a front rack. I'm also not super thrilled about spending $130 towards a front rack. Don't bother without a rack up there? Alternatively, anyone know of a cheaper ...

Yalzin

That might just be the oil that is coating the engine from shipping. Should come off pretty easily with your favorite engine cleaner/degreaser.

Yalzin

Right now, she's a hair over 13,500 miles...a little more than half of it on this motor (it was completely rebuilt, crank and all, at around 6,500mi due to a bearing that came loose, and took out basically everything but the case). Still runs like a champ. I've kept up on her maintenance (which was ...

Yalzin

The Stella should be good for an hour to an hour and a half on a tank of gas (I've been averaging about 80 mpg, but that's without the additional weight of gear and such, so I'm planning on 70 mpg-ish). So, breaks will happen. I've done some pretty lengthy rides (not this long though) around Souther...

Yalzin

Yalzin, I rode 100 miles on US-6 in Iowa yesterday. The bugs were pretty heavy. I've never ridden US-50, but I don't imagine it'd be any better down there. Be sure to protect yourself from bugsplats, especially your neck. *edit* After reviewing my Iowa DOT map, I don't think your planned route thro...

Yalzin

For food, I just carry an old army mess kit and canteen cup. I stop off at a store and buy a can of soup or something simple (chili, etc). I heat it us, and then wash up where ever I can. In the morning, I get breakfast bars at a store, and munch on them as I ride. I try to stop off somewhere like ...

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Re: Not sure what happened to Stella 2T - died mid ride

San Francisco / East Bay Scooter club?

Re: Genuine Venture 50cc De-restrict

Attaching (light) items to the front without a front rack?

Re: Camelback

Re: Trip