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Thundertaker 02-14-2025 07:18 PM

Scooter rider interested in finding others of like interest for cruising.
 
I would like to find others that are interested in taking cruises around the area on their scooters. Prefer to cruise after 10:00 AM (not an early riser). I have 150 and 200 cc scooters.

CarlR33 02-14-2025 10:00 PM

LOL, first thing that came to mind in your subject header post was a “mobility scooter”. Had to google 200cc scooter. I have not seen these around much? Educate me, do you ride these on the street or cart paths?

MarshBendLover 02-14-2025 10:13 PM

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Originally Posted by CarlR33 (Post 2409648)
LOL, first thing that came to mind in your subject header post was a “mobility scooter”. Had to google 200cc scooter. I have not seen these around much? Educate me, do you ride these on the street or cart paths?


Thank you. I can admit now - when he first posted, I thought same thing, then googled it and saw it was a actual scooter like the Vespa. I actually had a Honda Elite back in the 90s for awhile. I'm sure they are street legal. Could be fun.

graciegirl 02-14-2025 11:08 PM

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Originally Posted by CigarMaster (Post 2409651)
Thank you. I can admit now - when he first posted, I thought same thing, then googled it and saw it was a actual scooter like the Vespa. I actually had a Honda Elite back in the 90s for awhile. I'm sure they are street legal. Could be fun.

But not to be used on the multi-modal paths, Right?

manaboutown 02-15-2025 10:34 AM

My first thought was the OP was looking for fellow Harley Davidson riders as some of them refer to their bikes as scooters.

Topspinmo 02-15-2025 12:20 PM

No license scooter/motorcycle’s allowed in MMP. IMO that needs extended to electric bikes. But that’s my opinion and we know how far opinions goes around here.:faint:

Topspinmo 02-15-2025 12:23 PM

Actually two classes of scooter’s 49CC and less, no motorcycle license required but scooter license plate require and I sure insurance. Those above 49CC require motorcycle license, plates, and of course insurance.

There was scooter club few years ago? I think it died out just before Covid?

mbene 02-15-2025 02:30 PM

Pretty sure you will also need a motorcycle endorsement on your drivers license.

jimjamuser 02-15-2025 02:32 PM

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Originally Posted by manaboutown (Post 2409702)
My first thought was the OP was looking for fellow Harley Davidson riders as some of them refer to their bikes as scooters.

Most Harley Davidsons are LOUD, vibrate too much, are expensive, have a high center of gravity, and get bad gas mileage. Scooters are QUIET, vibration free, inexpensive, and get good mileage and try to have a low center of gravity. They are the complete opposite of each other. I don't know why HD riders call their BIKES "scooters"? But since I don't know any HD owners, I guess I can't ask. I do have a neighbor with an especially LOUD HD that goes to work early in the morning. Not my favorite person.

MarshBendLover 02-15-2025 04:40 PM

I'm surprised nobody has told the OP he can't drive it on the golf course either. After all, he never said anything about taking it on the paths. He just said cruising.

Topspinmo 02-15-2025 06:11 PM

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Originally Posted by mbene (Post 2409740)
Pretty sure you will also need a motorcycle endorsement on your drivers license.

Only if larger 49CC.

Googled Florida requirements.


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What You Need to Know Before Driving a Moped. Operating a moped is simple: you must be 16-years old and hold a regular Class E driver license or a “Motorcycle Only” driver license. If your moped is 50 cc or less, it does not fall under the category of motorcycles by driver license law definition, S.

Thundertaker 02-16-2025 01:15 AM

Street Driven
 
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Originally Posted by CarlR33 (Post 2409648)
LOL, first thing that came to mind in your subject header post was a “mobility scooter”. Had to google 200cc scooter. I have not seen these around much? Educate me, do you ride these on the street or cart paths?

Talking about regular licensed scooters that are driven on the street. Scooters in the 125 to 300cc class will have a top speed of 60 to 80 mph and cruise in the 50 mph Range. Cruising usually takes place on most roads other than turnpikes or interstate highways.

Thundertaker 02-16-2025 01:16 AM

Highways
 
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Originally Posted by graciegirl (Post 2409656)
But not to be used on the multi-modal paths, Right?

No, they are licensed and street legal.....not used on golf cart paths.

Lovey2 02-16-2025 07:05 AM

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tophcfa 02-16-2025 02:02 PM

I’ll probably get into trouble for this, but I can’t resist. What do scooters and fat chicks have in common? They are both fun to ride, but you don’t want anyone seeing you riding them : )


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