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Aprilia SportCity Cube 250 – Scooter Service Manual

Scooter Nut — Thu, 22 Dec 2022 10:26:11 +0000

Free to Download – Aprilia SportCity Cube 250 Service Manual This manual provides the main information to carry out regular maintenance operations on your vehicle. This manual is intended to Aprilia dealers and their qualified mechanics; several concepts have been deliberately omitted as they are considered unnecessary. As it is not possible to include complete mechanical notions in this manual, users should have basic mechanical knowledge or minimum knowledge about the procedures involved when repairing scooters. Without this knowledge… Download […]

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Honda Silver Wing (FSC600)

Scooter Nut — Sun, 18 Dec 2022 09:34:00 +0000

HONDA SILVER WING (FSC600) Sold from 2002 to 2013, the 600cc Silver Wing (FSC600) was by far Honda’s largest scooter offering. Prior to the Silver Wing, Honda’s largest scooter had been 250cc (Elite 250, Helix, Reflex). The Silver Wing was the second full size maxi-scooter introduced in the USA (after Aprilia’s Atlantic 500), with Suzuki’s landmark Burgman scooter arriving a year later. Suzuki gets a lot of credit in the maxi-scooter scene as they were the first seller overseas, but Honda deserves […]

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Aprilia SportCity One 50 / 125

Scooter Nut — Sat, 10 Dec 2022 04:36:54 +0000

Aprilia SportCity One 50 / 125 The SportCity One 50 and 125 scooters expanded Aprilia’s SportCity line beyond the original SportCity 250. The SportCity One design was entirely new and thus shared nothing but inspiration with its bigger sibling. To differentiate the two models, the original SportCity 250 got ‘Cube’ retroactively added to its name, while the smaller SportCity models used a “One” suffix. Despite being introduced in a recession year when scooter sales were down 50% in the USA, the […]

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KTM 390 Duke Beginner Bike Profile + Owner Reviews

Jared Northcott — Thu, 25 Aug 2022 00:46:49 +0000

Excellent For New Riders; Loved By Experienced Motorcyclists The KTM 390 Duke is lightweight and simple to drive; it provides the necessary torque to make driving on city streets enjoyable and safe. Yes, it is an aggressive-looking naked bike, and you will hear over and over at BBM that 600cc Super Sport bikes are not good beginner bikes, but this is the kind of choice to check out if performance is your jam. Simply put, riding this machine is a […]

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9 Famous Motorcycles From Contemporary Movies

Graham Miles — Tue, 15 Feb 2022 12:50:45 +0000

Motorcycles appear in plenty of movies, often symbolizing a character’s rebellious nature or adding extra excitement to a chase sequence. In fact, so many actors ride bikes that sometimes their contracts have clauses preventing them from doing so when not on set (just in case of an accident that could set production back). But what are the most notable appearances of motorcycles in movies—the ones where bikes were either an integral part of the story or used in such a […]

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The Best Upcoming Scooters in 2022

Scooter Nut — Wed, 12 Jan 2022 08:50:54 +0000

The world is in a bit of turmoil at the moment, with the economy feeling the effects of the new surge in cryptocurrency, the global pandemic raging, and working from home becoming the preferred norm. It’s confusing, it’s stressful, and it’s wearing away patience and compassion at an alarming rate. What this world needs, then, is some two-wheeled therapy! Thankfully, a lot of manufacturers have also realized this. It is a great time to be a scooter enthusiast, because ever […]

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HIP TO BE SQUARE: Can You Rock Car Tyres on a Motorcycle?

Andrew Jones — Tue, 14 Dec 2021 14:29:12 +0000

Admit it, after being shocked at the replacement price for that almost-new rear tyre which picked up a big fat wood screw puncture with only half a year of riding, we’ve all considered cutting corners on the replacement rubber. Maybe it’s a cheap-ass new tyre from a loosey goosey, no name brand, or maybe you considered scouring the classifieds for some ‘good as new’ second hand rubber being flogged by someone keen to make a quick buck. Whatever the case, […]

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The Best Modular Helmets for Scooter Riders

Jared Northcott — Fri, 12 Nov 2021 20:02:43 +0000

Modular helmets are perfect for scooter riders, bringing the same type of flexible character as their vehicles. I personally ride most often with a modular helmet (though there is a small weight penalty over a normal fixed full-face helmet) when I am on short rides or doing errands. I love being able to open the helmet’s front instead of fully removing the entire helmet. Many of the helmets on this list include features like internal sun visors and Bluetooth communication […]

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The Best Full Face Helmets for Scooter Riders

Jared Northcott — Tue, 02 Nov 2021 20:00:02 +0000

Is there much difference between a scooter helmet compared to a motorcycle helmet? The basic answer is no. The goal is always to protect our head, but there is nothing wrong with showing off a little style. I think there are a few characteristics that change when looking at a scooter helmet. Often the length of the ride is shorter on a scooter, which makes an extremely light helmet less important. Typically I would be riding a scooter in an […]

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[PROFILE & REVIEW] 2012 Kawasaki ER-6f Ninja 650

Simon Bertram — Tue, 24 Aug 2021 14:59:51 +0000

The 2012 Kawasaki Ninja 650 features a 649cc parallel-twin engine, producing 71 HP and tickling at 50 lb-ft of torque. That engine is attached to a 6-speed transmission, and mates between the two with a multi-plate, cable-operated wet clutch. The same engine is in pretty much any Kawasaki that sports the 650 numberings, such as the Z650, the Versys 650, and the like. Oriented very much towards the sport touring crowd instead of the pure sportbike crowd, the Ninja 650 […]

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BMW G 310 GS: Beginner Bike Profile + Owner Reviews

Jared Northcott — Wed, 07 Jul 2021 15:11:23 +0000

The BMW G 310 GS Welcomes New Riders To The Adventure Bike Relm Many new riders are not “totally new” to motorcycles. I have heard stories very similar to my own where the first time getting a leg over was on a dirt bike. In many respects, this can be a great way to begin learning the skills around riding with less stress. Starting out across a field generally means fewer obstacles than out in the front street and I […]

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Honda Shadow Phantom: Beginner Bike Profile + Owner Reviews

Jared Northcott — Sun, 04 Jul 2021 18:18:07 +0000

A True Japanese Classic Shaking in their biker boots! That’s what the Honda Shadow caused in a certain head office in Milwaukee back in 1983. The fear was such that by 1984 the US government introduced tariff restrictions on imported Japanese bikes over 701 cc. Clearly, it would take more than that to stop this legend in the making. The Honda Shadow in all its various forms during the last 38 years, has proven that a 750cc V-Twin cruiser really […]

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Honda Rebel 500: Beginner Bike Profile + Owner Reviews

Jared Northcott — Sun, 04 Jul 2021 18:10:30 +0000

This Is The Cruiser To Attract New Riders In the motorcycle world, all motorsports really, the trend is usually around more power, more speed, more and then even more, please. Being a lifelong motorcycle addict, I often forget that talk of insane horsepower levels and top speeds tend to create fear and anxiety in those who don’t ride. Feeling a thumping exhaust note beat your chest like a sledgehammer, oddly, doesn’t seem like an invitation to put a leg over […]

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Honda Rebel 300: Beginner Bike Profile + Owner Reviews

Jared Northcott — Sun, 04 Jul 2021 18:02:12 +0000

Let Me Hear Your Rebel Yell! Japanese cruiser bikes have occupied a cherished space in many new riders’ learning tenure. Honda decided to modernize their small-displacement cruiser offering with the introduction in 2017 of the new Rebel 300 and 500 machines. Though the Honda Rebel 300 shared many components with its 500cc sibling it is very much its own bike, with its own unique character. The Rebel platform takes a simple, raw, cutting-edge style and makes it approachable. The Rebel […]

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Honda NC700/750X: Beginner Bike Profile + Owner Reviews

Jared Northcott — Sun, 04 Jul 2021 17:53:25 +0000

Hard To Love And Hard To Hate, It Does So Many Things Right Introduced in 2012, the Honda press release reminds me of an excited toddler. “Look, I made a thing!” “Wow, it sure looks nice, what is it?” “It’s that! I took a bunch of different stuff and stuck it all together.” “Yes, you sure did. Well done, we are very proud of you.” This was my gut reaction to seeing the NC700X at the motorcycle show for the […]

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2020 Honda Super Cub Review

Scooter Nut — Sat, 03 Jul 2021 09:09:53 +0000

Honda Super Cub The most popular motor vehicle in the world (more than sixty million have been sold worldwide), the Honda Super Cub first hit the marketplace in 1958. The design came about after Honda founder/president Soichiro Honda and director Takeo Fujisawa went on a trip to Europe in 1956 to gather data and ideas for Honda’s next product. The popularity of small, lightweight mopeds impressed them. Apparently, one of Fujisawa’s design criteria was that the vehicle had to be […]

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2013 BMW C600 Sport Review

Scooter Nut — Sat, 03 Jul 2021 08:56:15 +0000

BMW C600 Sport I have wanted a maxi-scooter from BMW Motorrad since they hit the USA market in 2013 (2012 in Europe). The 2001 BMW C-1 was a short-lived, Europe-only “enclosed” scooter with a roof and seat belt. I think it was the partnership with Kymco (provided the 650cc powertrain) that sparked my interest. There is also some flaw in my personality that makes me want to own one of every available maxi-scooter. Being persona non grata at BMW meant […]

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Honda Grom: Beginner Bike Profile + Owner Reviews

Jared Northcott — Fri, 02 Jul 2021 15:10:12 +0000

Calling All Hooooooligans, Let’s Ride! I love the Grom, there I said it. Honda’s crazy little machine just makes me smile every time I look at one. Does it make sense? Nope. Is it fast? In the corners, it can be. Do I need my motorcycle license to ride one? Yes, you sure do. Is it a good bike to learn on? Now that is a challenging question. I am writing this article and others, to share my honest thoughts […]

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Honda Monkey: Beginner Bike Profile + Owner Reviews

Jared Northcott — Fri, 02 Jul 2021 15:00:40 +0000

Time To Flaunt Your Funky Monkey! Honda is doing everything possible to make getting in the saddle accessible to all. Utilizing a fuel-injected 124.9cc air-cooled single-cylinder four-stroke engine, Honda has developed a family of fun bikes they call the Mini-Moto series, sitting in pride of place in the brand’s current line-up. 2014 brought the Grom, and in 2019 Honda hit the nail on the head by reprising the classic Z50 Monkey styling. Borrowing on many of the best parts of […]

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Honda Trail 125 (CT125): Beginner Bike Profile + Owner Reviews

Jared Northcott — Thu, 01 Jul 2021 20:21:20 +0000

The World’s First Adventure Bike? The “CT” series bikes from Honda have a long and storied history, honestly calling the bikes legendary is not an overstatement. The current Honda marketing refers to the Trail 125 as “the world’s favorite motorcycle,” and I kind of think they are right. Starting in the early 60s’, Honda has sold millions of Trail bikes in versions ranging from 50cc to 250cc. Often marketed towards outdoors enthusiasts, the CTs were rapidly launched into endless utilitarian […]

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