kaktus wrote:I dont want to offend but isnt a two stroke engine a big step backwards? environmentally it would probably be better to drive a H-D.
Or even a car probably has fewer emissions than a 2 stroke moped.
kaktus wrote:I dont want to offend but isnt a two stroke engine a big step backwards? environmentally it would probably be better to drive a H-D.
Ime, most bicycle frames don't need to be built to the same standards of moped frames because the design is inherently better (triangle versus step-through). A decent mtb, cylocross, touring, etc... bike will hand 30mph consistently no problem. The only problem is if the rider can handle 30mph consistently. In fact, I would guess that just about any mtb/bmx can handle way more than any moped. A 10' drop is no sweat for those, but any moped I know of doing the same thing would be junk after. If anything, the only problems would be the skill of the rider, wheelset, and steering characteristics. A small four stroke on a bike should be capable of ~200mpg and 30mph.gg3 wrote:My guess is that bicycle frames would be dangerous at a consistent 30 mph, since they don't have suspension and would be vulnerable to all manner of crappy road surfaces. Mopeds as such, have suspension and heavier frames.
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Terran wrote:Anyone have any experence with a moped?
Mopeds come in many designs, some look more like a motorcycle, while others look like a bicycle.
skeptik wrote:I'm riding a Honda ANF125i semi automatic, 4 gears, fuel injection, good mileage and quiet. Step thru design with big wheel stability. The semi auto gear change is great for in town use. All you do is back off the revs a bit and kick to the next gear - no clutch lever. Also makes the bike near impossible to stall.
ohanian wrote:skeptik wrote:I'm riding a Honda ANF125i semi automatic, 4 gears, fuel injection, good mileage and quiet. Step thru design with big wheel stability. The semi auto gear change is great for in town use. All you do is back off the revs a bit and kick to the next gear - no clutch lever. Also makes the bike near impossible to stall.
That bike is way too cool! what do you get? 100 MPG?
vampyregirl wrote:my bike gets 26 kilometers to the liter at highway speeds. less on the track cause the engine is working harder then. i havent ridden lately cause its been to cold. when i can i often do ride to work and i love trips in the rockies.
kmann wrote:'74 Harley SX 350. yep a 350. It's actually an Italian made bike. Been sittin' in my mom's garage for the last 20 years, needs work.
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