Mopeds

**Cytom5** · 04-13-2011, 06:23 PM

I am questioning If i should Buy a moped or not with gas getting near 4.00 bucks a gallon i think it would be a good idea. any one have any tips or suggestions on what type of moped to get.

where the hell do i buy one at also?

**CloneFan319** · 04-13-2011, 06:27 PM

I used to have one the summer before I started High School and I loved it. It is a great way to save some money. Check craigslist for them. You might even check into buying a cheap motorcycle too.

**RustyClone** · 04-13-2011, 06:27 PM

In 7 years I'll be 50, at that point I'll probably get one since it will have been over 35 years since my last one. And it will be a great way to embarrass my kids. But to your questions, I have no idea where one would purchase one.

**TitanClone** · 04-13-2011, 06:33 PM

I've seen some car dealerships that have some for sell. This was in Council Bluffs, but I'm sure some in Des Moines do as well.

**dmclone** · 04-13-2011, 06:54 PM

The last time I looked there seemed to be two types. Your typical Honda, Kawsaki, Yamaha, and Suzuki. Various sizes but I think anything over 50 cc would require a motorcycle license.

There are also a bunch of POS korean(I think they are Korean) ones on the market that are real cheap. I wouldn't go there.

**dmclone** · 04-13-2011, 06:58 PM

These are the cheap ones I'm talking about.

Scooters

**tman24** · 04-13-2011, 07:02 PM

like fat chicks, a lot of fun until your friends catch you riding one.

**dmclone** · 04-13-2011, 07:11 PM

If you're going to buy a decent sized one you may as well just pick up a used Suzuki SV650 or DRZ400.

**MNclone** · 04-13-2011, 07:19 PM

if you want to buy a moped because you want a moped, then go for it.
If you are going to not own a car and only drive a moped, then go for it.
If you are going to buy a moped to try saving money, do the math first. A decent moped is going to set you back $2000+. Sure you use less gas, but you are still using gas. I ran some nimbers a few years back when I had the same thought and found that the numbers didnt paint a good picture.

**dmclone** · 04-13-2011, 07:22 PM

Originally Posted by MNclone

if you want to buy a moped because you want a moped, then go for it.
If you are going to not own a car and only drive a moped, then go for it.
If you are going to buy a moped to try saving money, do the math first. A decent moped is going to set you back $2000+. Sure you use less gas, but you are still using gas. I ran some nimbers a few years back when I had the same thought and found that the numbers didnt paint a good picture.

This.

I've done the same thing with fuel efficient cars as opposed to keeping mine and the $$$ isn't that big of difference.

**yez** · 04-13-2011, 07:39 PM

Originally Posted by Cytom5

I am questioning If i should Buy a moped or not with gas getting near 4.00 bucks a gallon i think it would be a good idea. any one have any tips or suggestions on what type of moped to get.

where the hell do i buy one at also?

I've owned a few mopeds in my day and currently own two vintage vespas. They're a blast and definitely great on gas. The thing you really need to watch out for when buying a moped is not to buy anything made in China. They are not built well, have tons of mechanical issues and look like hell. A great moped on the market now is the Sachs Mad ***. It looks stylish and hauls major ***. One can get a used Mad *** for under 2K. There are a few websites you can look on when looking for a used bike (in addition to Craiglist).

scoot.net
mopedarmy.com

Good luck!

**dmclone** · 04-13-2011, 07:59 PM

Originally Posted by yez

I've owned a few mopeds in my day and currently own two vintage vespas. They're a blast and definitely great on gas. The thing you really need to watch out for when buying a moped is not to buy anything made in China. They are not built well, have tons of mechanical issues and look like hell. A great moped on the market now is the Sachs Mad ***. It looks stylish and hauls major ***. One can get a used Mad *** for under 2K. There are a few websites you can look on when looking for a used bike (in addition to Craiglist).

scoot.net
mopedarmy.com

Good luck!

That MadAss looks sweet.

**Cybyassociation** · 04-13-2011, 09:56 PM

BTW...theyre pretty dangerous too. Not a lot of drivers look for you on them. Case in point: My brother got run over by one last week. Luckily he did more damage to the dumb *** and his minivan than it did to him. Either way, he wants a new one because he loves it so much. Fast and easy to get around on.

**CycloneRulzzz** · 04-13-2011, 10:52 PM

I love this thread. I was actually thinking about this very issue with the way gas has gone up, but I think the shame in being found riding one isn't worth it.