I am sorry for the bad audio quality. I filmed this with my phone. I did another video that has much better audio and talks about same stuff and the link is in the description. To summarize, 50cc scooters will be cheaper to buy, cheaper to run, do not need a motorcycle licence and great for intown use, 150cc scoots are faster, give you more freedom and are just as practical but are more expensive, may be heavier and do require a licence in US at least.
50 cc and 150 are almost the same price here in europa, the 150cc scoorter use less gasoline, and inshurens is cheaper for motorscooter in the netherlands,
@@florisnr11 In Europe 150cc are almost absent: in most countries it is possible to drive up to 125cc on a regular car driving license (with some small exceptions), so I can observe that there are model of scooters with 50cc (actually 49cc), 125cc and 300+cc. And there is a big price gap between 50cc and 125cc (usually something like 30%) and quite low (below 10%) between 125cc and 300cc.
Upsides of a 50cc: 1.Better fuel efficiency 2.Cost effective maintenance 3.Better handling. 4.Good to start off for a novice. Upsides of a 150cc: 1.Better high speed stability. 2.Increased storage space. 3.Longer engine life. The bottom line is both are two different machines made for two different purposes,however on of the parameters in which the 50cc has an upper hand is the low end acceleration,it tends to hit the revving limiter quickly compared to the 150cc,but once it reaches the mid end the 150cc plays a wider role,so I suspect that 50cc is better for overtaking and street commuting, thanks for making the informative video.
Actually wrong. 50cc is crap. Breaks way easier, constantly paying for maintenance, and worst part is if you break down, you can only depend on yourself. And if you don't know Jack about scooters and that thing breaks down on you away from home because parts are crappy, you're outta luck. Got one of my own and have spent a couple thousand just for upgrades and better parts because they original stocks are garbage on these things. I should've went 150cc because they not only last longer but aren't as crappy of quality as the 50cc bikes. I upgraded my 50cc to where it's more dependable than most but it's also a lot of racing upgrades too. I get it to 50mph flat ground no issues and haven't even cranked up the gear ratio. Which upping the gear ratio is next on my list after I upgrade my CDI and stator and the rest of the ignition system. I've already upgraded to a racing trans.
@@adrianscoggin7212 Idk if ur talking about the 50cc scooter in the VID only or every 50 cc, i had around 6 - 50cc and 1-2 70cc scooters and i can say that those didnt break once and never had a problem and they were from around 2001-2014.
50cc scooters in general are WAAYY underpowered and will definitely get you run over even on roads with the 45 mph speed limit. I can't understand why 50cc scooters are even still being manufactured. The top speeds of most of the 50cc scooters are about 30 mph or so and most people drive 50 in a 40. People may have driven slower in the 1980s and the 1990s because the speed limits were slower back then but people drive a lot faster now than they did then. The only place safe enough to drive a 50 cc scooter is on back roads and residential areas away from the main roads.
@@spottedsaint957 not if you're washed in the blood of Christ my friend... That is not possible to enter in to Christ's rest if you be "spotted" be washed and be free
I'm 47 and been riding a motorcycles since about 10yrs old. My largest was a 1700cc Kawasaki Vaquero. But my wife and I are getting a 50cc scooter for our camping trip to carry behind our Jeep and small camper. Just to ride around the campground. I can't wait.
Thanks for this! I also have a 50cc and 150cc. I ride both as well. However my 50cc is my local (to the store at the end of the block) and back scoot. My 150 I use for primary transportation (weather permitting). Awesome video!
Tonya I like them both and am lucky to be able to have two. I live in a town where speed limit is not over 40 so I ride both pretty much the same but if I take longer trips I take the 150cc. It’s just easier on me and I dont annoy anyone.
The only thing about the 50cc for me is the hills while on the road that could be a problem in traffic. Depends though if it tops out around 40 anyway that’s not bad loss on the scooters end and for most of my commute including short distance to work it would actually be perfect for that. I might try and go with a 4-stroke if I could though and also I have to look into at what point I need a motorcycle license and what I can just get on and ride with a regular drivers license like lots say I went with a 125cc would that require a motorcycle license or ami I good because that margin seems like the good area for a little of both ends.
@@edwardadelin689 because I always ride with my wife as passenger and we are quite heavy :-) I chose the Sym Fiddle 3 for its large and flat buddyseat. It’s very comfortable and super easy to hop on. The 50 cc is a smart choice for urban riding, it’s easy to manoeuvre around and low cost for maintenance and fuel consumption.
Thanks for the video, i just bought a 50 and am looking to move up to a 150 after riding for 1 month. For all the reasons you mentioned in your good film!
All of them do, buddy. Even 50cc. But the good thing for the new 2020 year and going forward is you only need a regular car license to drive any kind of scooter.
Same.just started with a 50cc because I’m my state of NC you need a motorcycle license for a 150cc.basically anything over 50cc…the 50 cc I have actually can go up to 45-50mph so it’s good for me .
In New Jersey you don’t need a motorcycle license to ride a 150cc all you need is your driver license to registered it with tags to drive on the road and highway I just did mines yesterday
One of the biggest things to remember is a 50 cc or less scooter does not require a motorcycle license drive. Anything above 50 cc does. Not sure if this is the same in all states, but most of them.
which one to buy has more to do with your countries laws, 50cc are popular because of this, as they can be exempt from age restrictions, licensing and insurance
The first time i rode a 150cc scoot i was riding a 750 honda shadow spirit. Funny thing is i was really impressed with the 150. Yeah it wasnt burn out powerfull but it did the job of getting around at highway speeds. I wouldnt mind buying one.
@@nemanjatosovic well the speed limit where I live is 65mph and anywhere from 50 60mph is really all I need but I will look into one, do I need a motorcycle license to drive a 125?
@@prestonreid3930 in most states if not all you do, but they are simple to get abs you can pass it on a scooter. A 150cc will do 55-65. A good option is a Honda pcx or a Yamaha smax. They both can do 65+ A 50cc will be too slow.
@@prestonreid3930 depending on your budget and where you are you could even get a maxi scooter with 300cc.. super easy to ride and they’ll do 90mph while getting 70-80 mpg
I recently just upgraded from a 50cc to a 150cc and it feels so much better in my opinion. I’m able to switch lanes and keep up with traffic. Although I’m starting to think I want something with at least 250cc. Are they still fuel efficient that’s the main reason I ride a scooter.
I have a 300cc Yamaha Xmax and it gets about 75-80 mpgs which in my opinion is very efficient. My new Zuma which is a 125 gets about 85 mpgs so the Xmax with double the engine size only looses 10% or so in terms of fuel economy, it’s well worth it.
i had a 650 scooter and because of my age decided to give it up and buy a car, which was a1300 the difference in gas was minimal even going from a 125 to a 650 hardly broke the bank, with bikes you rarely drive conservatively to save fuel, its normally rip shit or bust
Hi there, I am a petite female, I can ride a bicycle, but I’ve never driven anything motorized. We are moving to Aruba and I want some thing that I can tool around in and I think a 50cc would be perfect, ( most of the roads are 30 KM /h )but I need a recommendation for a brand that will be well built and reliable. I don’t want the price to break the bank, I need to purchase two of them one for me and one for my husband who is 6 feet tall, and weighs 240 pounds. If you can give me a recommendation that would be really wonderful.
I am not sure what is available in Aruba. They are a small island so my guess would be that it might be hard finding a ton of options. 50cc scooters are just as easy to ride as bicycles, you will learn in a matter of minutes. They are light and easy to handle, for you I’d recommend something like a Honda metropolitan. They are small, easy to ride, and will last forever. But, I don’t know if they are available in Aruba. For your husband maybe a Kymco super 8. Do you plan on buying there or importing from somewhere else?
I am right at 6ft. My super 8 is the last generation model sold in the US. As you see in the video, It fits me fine. The foot rest is enclosed however, but I dont think that is an issue, unless you wear like a size 17. Most scooters are made in such a way that pretty much anyone can ride them, regardless of height. Which model yr are you interested in getting?
Beka Machurishvili I know they are tonnes of fun but the 2 strokes are faster for certain. My 49cc did 48mph stock and with a 79cc big bore kit it dies 68mph . Enjoy your summer scooting 🌈🌈🌈🤙🤙🤙
I'm looking for the rear wheel / rim for a 2015 Kymco super 8 150 scooter , I'm in central Florida area , any recommendations ? does an aftermarket wheel fit on it ? Please help , my friend dropped his scooter and bent the rear rim ,need replacement ,thanks
Consider getting a 250cc scooter or motorcycle instead. Still gets great mpg but can stay up with traffic and is two up and highway capable. Unless you just do city riding then a 150 scooter would be just fine. Thanks for sharing.
Believe me guys you get bored with small CC engines. One day you wake up in the morning you realized it's too slow, then eventually you upgraded it to 300CC 👍✌️✋
Somewhat true. I ride a Xmax 300 now and it’s hard going back just because it’s much more convenient that said, if you can’t afford something bigger you might need to ride a smaller scoot. Also, if you live somewhere where there’s no need to go faster than 30 like a college town a 50 could be a good choice. It’s cheap so you won’t care much if you abuse it
Hey I have never wrote any type of scooter before and looking for my first vehicle to be a scooter I’m in roads that are usually above 45 and I also need to get on the highway what cc would be perfect for me (keep in mind this would be my first scooter)
Well, there is a few things to consider. Do you know how to ride? Do you need a licence where you live? How often will you be on a freeway? If you can ride and want something that isn't too big, 150cc scooters will do 55-75mph. Keep in mind that I would not recommend a 150cc scooter to be driven on major highways although some can do 65mph and more. A few good choices: Yamaha SMAX 155cc - 72mph Honda PCX 150cc - 70mph Kymco Super 8 (like mine) 149cc - 62mph Genuine Hooligan 169cc - 65mph Genuine Buddy 169cc - 65mph Lance Cabo 169cc - 65mph Price range - $2,500-3,500 new, some can be found used for 1,500-2,000 which is a good price. All of these are great choices. These are proven brands that will last a very long time. There are other Chinese scooters but I would not recommend them. My favorites are: Super 8, Hooligan and SMAX. Lance is made by SYM who have made scooters for 60 yaers, Genuine is made by PGO a brand that made engines or Piaggio. They are considered top of the class. Kymco is another bike manufacturer that has made bikes for a long time, in fact they made engines for BMW and are very popular in Europe and I don't need to say anything about Yamaha and Honda. All of these are pretty small, Genuine Buddy is the smallest and probably easiest to ride while SMAX is the biggest but not too big. However, if you want something to take on the highway frequently, 200cc+ would be ideal. They can range in sizes from some being pretty small and easy to handle, to some being kind of large. Good choices: Kymco XTOWN 276cc - 80+mph Yamaha XMAX 292cc - 90mph+ Vespa GTS 300 278cc - 75mph+ SYM Citycom 278cc - 82mph There are others as well, these are ones I know. All brands will have older models too that are no longer produced or sold. I know that Kymco made a model called XCITING which was very popular and a great bike. Hope this helps.
@Rana Afaq in CT if you get the 50cc all you need is a driver license and you don’t have to register it so you can just start riding immediately but if you get the 150cc you need a motorcycle endorsement and you have to register with dmv and have insurance if not and you get pulled over you will get a ticket and possible impound of the scooter but riding in CT in the spring and fall is absolutely beautiful perfect weather hope that info helped
150cc is faster then a 50cc the highest speed you getting 35mph to 40 on a 50cc 150cc I drive now I get 80 mph on a down hill 65 to 75 on a straight line 50cc sucks you gonna wanna upgrade it so just save you money and get a 150cc or better
Personally, I like how the liberty looks much better, it’s sleeker than the Yamaha, it has that Italian styling. On the other hand, I’m am certain the Smax will get you better mpg, will be more reliable and it’s faster too probably by 10-15 mph on the top end. It’s physically bigger too so it feels more substantial. That said, I think the smax is over 500 dollars more, it’s up to you. I’m sure you’ll like both, see what your budget is and what your needs are. If money is no issue usually, more money means better bike but that doesn’t mean the liberty is t great, it is an awesome stylish bike for in town use but the smax might give you a bit more freedom. I think their little 155 can go over 70mph vs 55-60 on the Piaggio
I am doing my Home work and researching Scooters right now. I must say THIS VIDEO BY FAR is the MOST helpful and BEST as far as answering the questions Ive had.. Very very VERY GOOD Job!! I do have questions though if ur able to answer them.. What brand is ur 50cc Scooter? and Which brand name Scooters that are 50cc Scooters do you recommend to be of best quality overall? Also About how much money would you say they are?? Last Would you say a 50cc Scooter is stable and durable enough to make a 20 minute ride to another town without using the highway or are they really just for in town short rides?? Thank You Jaime
Are you in the US? If so, first figure out what your budget is. As with anything, the more you spend the more you get. You’ll be surprised, but, generally, a quality 50cc will run your between 2-3 thousand. Generally, anything under 1500 is Chinese, they’re ok but don’t last. For around $2,000-2,200 you can find some really awesome 50cc scooters that will last. One of the favorites amongst girls is , Genuine Buddy 50. Genuine is a company that imports scooters from Taiwan and China but the Buddy is made in Taiwan and is a quality scooter. It’ll do about 40 mph and is reliable as heck, very popular too. They are around 2000 new but you can find them used for a few hindered dollars less. This will however depend on your geographic area. Genuine also sells the Roughhouse 50, another scooter made in Taiwan by a famous company called PGO. Pretty much as as the Buddy but more rugged in styling. They are also right around 2000. That’s the black one in my video. Used, depending on age, but between 1000-1700. Another company that imports scooters is Lance. They have three great models, Cali Classic 50, Havana Classic 50 and Cabo 50. They are pretty much the same and are made by SYM a well known scooter maker. They only differ in styling. They are also close to that $2000 mark but might be a little cheaper. Kymco is a company that is also from Taiwan and they are one of the Big 5 companies in the scooter world. Right up there with Yamaha and Honda in markets outside the US but are not as know here, still they have some awesome scoots for sale. ps the red scooter in the video is a Kymco super 8 150. Currrently they sell the Kymco Agility 50 for $1850. This is a famous scooter and is sold around the world. Many places in Europe use it as a pizza delivery vehicle. It’s probably the best bang for your dollar. Kymco sells the super 8 50 as well. They are a bit bigger and are around 2000 as well. Now, for a little more money, you can get a premium brand like a Honda or a Piaggio. Honda sells a Metropolitan 50. It’s a famous scooter they have made for years, it’s $2500 and a little small for my liking but very popular and super reliable being a Honda. They also sell the Ruckus this is a Barr bone scooter very popular amongst the guys that like to modify their bikes. It’s pretty rugged and kinda pricey at 2800 but it also holds its value very well. Piaggio which is a patent company to Vespa sells the Liberty 50 for 2400. This is a great scooter that is ultra famous in Europe. So to wrap this up, Genuine and Lance import scooters from Taiwan but they are very highly quality made by well know brands and best they offer are, Buddy 50, Roughhouse 50 by Genuine and Cali and Havana Classic and Cabo by Lance. Kymco is a global brand not super known here but very reliable. They have the Agility and Super 8. They also have the Kymco Like but I believe they spotted selling new models so you’ll be looking at an older model. Honda sells the ruckus and the Metropolitan and Piaggio sells the Liberty 50. All of these are between 1800-2800 with most being around 2200. You can also get something premium like a Vespa but they are 4,000 at least. As far as your commute, 50 cc scooters are best in roads where the speed limit is 35 or less. So if you plan on using it in town on such streets you can ride it as much as you’d like. I’ve taken mine on a 150 Mile trip. It took forever but the scooter had no issues. That said, riding them On roads where speed is over 35 is tricky as you’ll be slower than anyone which can be dangerous. Hope this helps!
@@nemanjatosovic I have been wanting the buddy, however I never see them for a few hundred used and I am not that to far from you. I'm in Janesville so please let me know when you see them in the market for that cheap.
It depends on your needs and wants. A scooter can accommodate a taller person so can certain bikes. Best thing to do is see what you need and then pick a budget and go sit on a few models get the feel for them.
So the 150cc race star moped lasts longer then the 50cc version? Cuz I heard they last up to only 10,000 miles before there done but I hope there talking about the 50cc version not the 150cc
Really depends on your budget. A lot of people like the Honda Ruckus, but they are pricey. That said you may find a used one for about 1800. What’s your budget?
You forgot to mention your weight ! It will help to know that. Please indicate the brand of your bikes, I am interested in purchasing one of them and need as much information that will help in my decision. Great video otherwise, thanks
Hello. At 4:40 of your video as you wait to make your right hand turn, there is a truck approaching the intersection. You completed your right hand as the truck entered the intersection. The story I’m telling myself is that I would wait until the truck passes before I make my turn. When I’m in the position of the truck driver and someone makes their right hand turn just as I’m entering or going through the intersection, I wonder why they would do that instead of waiting one second for me to pass by them. That would keep us both safe.
Depends what you need, generally weight will influence acceleration if you want something to cruise around 50cc is okay otherwise get something bigger, if you’re a big dude you’re better off getting a bigger bike
Hi I live In Easton,Pa would anyone know of any Shops that sell 50cc or 150cc Scooters? Only place I keep seeing on line is in California and they charge like $399 for shipping :( Trying to avoid that huge shipping cost. the ones i'm looking at is like $849 150cc 13" wheels and $1149 15000cc with 14" wheels and $879 50cc with 10" wheels but then with the $399 Shipping plus the $70 tax it makes those sky rocket in price :( It will be my first moped/scooter, I have never driven a Motorcycle. Curious if 150cc might be too much for me as a Newbie
Please brother, help me with all the tons of research and going to bike shops to ask questions where they'll just try to get me to buy something in-shop. What is THE BEST, cheapest, quality 50cc moped there is. Definitely from Genuine? PLEASE, and thank you beforehand!!
to own one, no. you can own anything you want. to register and ride one, I am not sure. I believe that most states will require you to have a drives licence for a 50cc and a motorcycle licence for anything over 50cc
Only thing needed in Florida is to register it, no license or insurance needed, thats why drunk drivers that loose there license get scooters, if you get a 150 or larger you need a license with motorcycle endorsement
I'm sure now no matter what you're driving on the street whether it's a 50cc or not you're still going to have to have insurance nowadays. Used to a 50cc scooter which is a 49 cc you never had to have license or registration or insurance. But now you have to have insurance and a tag
I don’t know Judy about Amigo scooters. You’re best bet is buying one of the better known brands. Kymco Agility 50 is one of most reliable 50cc scooters under 2000.
Thanks for the awesome review! I was looking into 50cc scooters as a first bike. Upon doing lots of research it seems as though the slowness of them could be more dangerous due to inability to accelerate with regular traffic flow. I decided to get a yamaha BWS 125 to start. Anywhere I will ride the speed limit will not exceed 60km/h but I will likely need to slightly exceed that to keep with normal traffic flow. Does this seem like a good option in scooters?
@@nemanjatosovic Thank you very much! I'm pretty excited to get out there however it's quite a process in Canada so still another month before I can hit the road!
I see you are in Illinois and probably have been asked this numerous times, what kind of licensing do you need for either one? Great video, interested in one but learning as much as I can before I purchase. Thanks!
Technically, for anything under 50cc you need a regular car license for anything over 50cc you need a motorcycle license. In IL you have 2 types of motorcycle licenses one for bikes between 50 and 150 cc and one for bikes over 150 cc. From what I can tell, the test is the same, so it’s pointless getting the one for bikes between 50-150 ccs. Only issue is you need a bike to pass a test but that can be overcome as many community colleges have free training and will give you a license if you attend the three training sessions which are usually held on Friday, Sat and Sunday. They even have guys who have bikes come out and teach you. So, in short, for a 50cc just a car license, for anything above a motorcycle license.
I've had at least at least eight 50cc scooters. I got tired of people passing me all the time and about hitting me. And scooters aren't made to run wide open I blew up several 50cc. Now I'm on my third 150cc. It's 10 horsepower and plenty of speed. It's registered as a 50 cc. When you get your insurance just show them a VIN number from a 50cc. But if you if you're doing 50 mph on a scooter it's against the law. I think you're supposed to only go around 30-35 miles per hour. And yes registering a 150 as a 50 is against the law. But I've been taking that chance for years now. I don't have driver's license. But I will never own a 50cc again. I just went to the doctor which was a 150 MI round trip on my 150. After writing about an hour I stopped and take a little break so my scooter can cool. Enjoy scooter life
Looking to get one or the other we live close to Galveston Tx and want to play on one have my license but need to be able to take my small service dog with me …do you think a 50 cc can do that or should I go with the 150 cc…have rode several dirt bikes…I
It should be too hard but people generally either get a big bore kit or just go for higher cc. Swapping an engine will likely be a lot costlier and not worth it
@@Airon79 small displacement bikes, like a quality 50cc engine, you can get 50,000 miles out of them. Higher cc engines, like in my Xmax which is a 300cc, you can get 100,000 plus just like in a car.
I ride my 150 about a hundred miles a day. And I love it plenty fast enough for me. At 50 miles an hour I still got throttle left. I've just never liked 50cc. I've had eight of them. And I usually wear them out cuz I like to cruise LOL
You said the top speed was 40 to 42 literally you can see your top in that thing out at 50 on the genuine. Is your speedometer broken or is that my imagination
The speedometers on pretty much all motorcycles are about 10% optimistic, every bike indicates a much faster speed than what the actual speed is. In the RH’s case, it’s Speedo is about 3-5 miles off for speeds up to 35 mph after which it becomes even more inaccurate. 50 indicated is about 40-43.
Man, I really want a scooter but I don’t have money for shit. Everything is so GOD DAMN EXPENSIVE. I wouldn’t be able to afford the cheapest moped/scooter retailed anywhere on earth, literally. I’m just absolutely and completely appalled, angry, frustrated and broken over how expensive anything of the tiniest value in life is. I live in under TWO TIMES the federal poverty line and barely make any money, not even enough to support myself. Anyway, I’ll save my sob story.
I'm a female i recently bought a scooter it's a150cc akt150dk I don't know much about it could you please do a review on it for me I'm living in jamaica..
@@t_rex8767 look into something like the Honda super cub, it is semi auto you shift but no clutch, it’ll help you learn... but generally, it’s not hard, you can learn in a matter of minutes.
I am sorry for the bad audio quality. I filmed this with my phone. I did another video that has much better audio and talks about same stuff and the link is in the description.
To summarize, 50cc scooters will be cheaper to buy, cheaper to run, do not need a motorcycle licence and great for intown use, 150cc scoots are faster, give you more freedom and are just as practical but are more expensive, may be heavier and do require a licence in US at least.
50 cc and 150 are almost the same price here in europa, the 150cc scoorter use less gasoline, and inshurens is cheaper for motorscooter in the netherlands,
I was gonna talk about that thank you for addressing it. I understand.
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loved it, thanks for the info
@@florisnr11 In Europe 150cc are almost absent: in most countries it is possible to drive up to 125cc on a regular car driving license (with some small exceptions), so I can observe that there are model of scooters with 50cc (actually 49cc), 125cc and 300+cc.
And there is a big price gap between 50cc and 125cc (usually something like 30%) and quite low (below 10%) between 125cc and 300cc.
Upsides of a 50cc:
1.Better fuel efficiency
2.Cost effective maintenance
3.Better handling.
4.Good to start off for a novice.
Upsides of a 150cc:
1.Better high speed stability.
2.Increased storage space.
3.Longer engine life.
The bottom line is both are two different machines made for two different purposes,however on of the parameters in which the 50cc has an upper hand is the low end acceleration,it tends to hit the revving limiter quickly compared to the 150cc,but once it reaches the mid end the 150cc plays a wider role,so I suspect that 50cc is better for overtaking and street commuting,
thanks for making the informative video.
Actually wrong. 50cc is crap. Breaks way easier, constantly paying for maintenance, and worst part is if you break down, you can only depend on yourself. And if you don't know Jack about scooters and that thing breaks down on you away from home because parts are crappy, you're outta luck. Got one of my own and have spent a couple thousand just for upgrades and better parts because they original stocks are garbage on these things. I should've went 150cc because they not only last longer but aren't as crappy of quality as the 50cc bikes. I upgraded my 50cc to where it's more dependable than most but it's also a lot of racing upgrades too. I get it to 50mph flat ground no issues and haven't even cranked up the gear ratio. Which upping the gear ratio is next on my list after I upgrade my CDI and stator and the rest of the ignition system. I've already upgraded to a racing trans.
@@adrianscoggin7212 Idk if ur talking about the 50cc scooter in the VID only or every 50 cc, i had around 6 - 50cc and 1-2 70cc scooters and i can say that those didnt break once and never had a problem and they were from around 2001-2014.
50cc scooters in general are WAAYY underpowered and will definitely get you run over even on roads with the 45 mph speed limit. I can't understand why 50cc scooters are even still being manufactured. The top speeds of most of the 50cc scooters are about 30 mph or so and most people drive 50 in a 40. People may have driven slower in the 1980s and the 1990s because the speed limits were slower back then but people drive a lot faster now than they did then. The only place safe enough to drive a 50 cc scooter is on back roads and residential areas away from the main roads.
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@@spottedsaint957 not if you're washed in the blood of Christ my friend... That is not possible to enter in to Christ's rest if you be "spotted" be washed and be free
I'm 47 and been riding a motorcycles since about 10yrs old. My largest was a 1700cc Kawasaki Vaquero. But my wife and I are getting a 50cc scooter for our camping trip to carry behind our Jeep and small camper. Just to ride around the campground. I can't wait.
you will have a ton of fun
You’ll be amazed. 50cc scooters are underestimated.
Good for you who cares
@@chicochico5703 your just a ray of sunshine.
@@Dannyzelckwhat is best 50cc u suggest to buy for beginner 2023 ?
Thanks for this! I also have a 50cc and 150cc. I ride both as well. However my 50cc is my local (to the store at the end of the block) and back scoot. My 150 I use for primary transportation (weather permitting). Awesome video!
Tonya I like them both and am lucky to be able to have two. I live in a town where speed limit is not over 40 so I ride both pretty much the same but if I take longer trips I take the 150cc. It’s just easier on me and I dont annoy anyone.
The only thing about the 50cc for me is the hills while on the road that could be a problem in traffic. Depends though if it tops out around 40 anyway that’s not bad loss on the scooters end and for most of my commute including short distance to work it would actually be perfect for that. I might try and go with a 4-stroke if I could though and also I have to look into at what point I need a motorcycle license and what I can just get on and ride with a regular drivers license like lots say I went with a 125cc would that require a motorcycle license or ami I good because that margin seems like the good area for a little of both ends.
I think 150cc more requires m1 license
how is it?
Loved the video comparison. Thanks... I'm about to get a 150cc so this has me all pumped up
They are fun and capable machines
Me too
I went from a TGB 303 125 to a Sym Fiddle 3 50cc. The 50cc Sym Fiddle 3 is actually larger and more comfortable when riding with a passenger.
@@edwardadelin689 perfectly on flat but you better avoid steep and long uphills. It’s not recommended for mountain tracks.
@@edwardadelin689 because I always ride with my wife as passenger and we are quite heavy :-) I chose the Sym Fiddle 3 for its large and flat buddyseat. It’s very comfortable and super easy to hop on. The 50 cc is a smart choice for urban riding, it’s easy to manoeuvre around and low cost for maintenance and fuel consumption.
Thanks for the video, i just bought a 50 and am looking to move up to a 150 after riding for 1 month. For all the reasons you mentioned in your good film!
once you get a 150 youll soon want something around 250-400. thats a sweet spot
Nemanja .... Thanks for the warning! I hope to keep to the 150... time will tell!
@@stevebrighttheblackguitar653 so did you get the 150cc?
Well, as it turns out, about a year and a half ago I sold both of my scooters and moved up to a Honda Shadow 750. And love it best!
@@stevebrighttheblackguitar653 O man nice transition, very good choice
This is one of the best scooter vids out there. Thanks. Cheers!
Lol thanks
Thanks for sharing the knowledge. I am in CA, sadly 150cc requires vehicle registration.
All of them do, buddy. Even 50cc. But the good thing for the new 2020 year and going forward is you only need a regular car license to drive any kind of scooter.
@@tonykartracer8032 Is that for all the states or just California?
Tony Kart Racer good to know thanks
Anything above a 50cc scooter is going to be classified as a motorcycle.
great job im going to start with a 50cc to start with then get my motor cycle license for 1500cc
Same.just started with a 50cc because I’m my state of NC you need a motorcycle license for a 150cc.basically anything over 50cc…the 50 cc I have actually can go up to 45-50mph so it’s good for me .
In New Jersey you don’t need a motorcycle license to ride a 150cc all you need is your driver license to registered it with tags to drive on the road and highway I just did mines yesterday
Thank you for the review!
I was wondering if there were faster scooters that I could drive on the road. I’m definitely getting a 150cc :)
Some brands have scooters with even larger engines. I have a Yamaha Xmax with a 300cc engine that will go 100 miles per hour.
There are many options.
One of the biggest things to remember is a 50 cc or less scooter does not require a motorcycle license drive. Anything above 50 cc does. Not sure if this is the same in all states, but most of them.
which one to buy has more to do with your countries laws, 50cc are popular because of this, as they can be exempt from age restrictions, licensing and insurance
The first time i rode a 150cc scoot i was riding a 750 honda shadow spirit. Funny thing is i was really impressed with the 150. Yeah it wasnt burn out powerfull but it did the job of getting around at highway speeds. I wouldnt mind buying one.
Thank you for this man, I'm investing in a 50cc to 100cc scooter as a 2nd ride to work other than my car
A 125 or a 150 would be ideal if you need to go a bit faster. Otherwise, a 50cc is okay but they top out around 30-35 mph
@@nemanjatosovic well the speed limit where I live is 65mph and anywhere from 50 60mph is really all I need but I will look into one, do I need a motorcycle license to drive a 125?
@@prestonreid3930 in most states if not all you do, but they are simple to get abs you can pass it on a scooter. A 150cc will do 55-65.
A good option is a Honda pcx or a Yamaha smax. They both can do 65+
A 50cc will be too slow.
@@nemanjatosovic ok thank you so much man 😁
@@prestonreid3930 depending on your budget and where you are you could even get a maxi scooter with 300cc.. super easy to ride and they’ll do 90mph while getting 70-80 mpg
I recently just upgraded from a 50cc to a 150cc and it feels so much better in my opinion. I’m able to switch lanes and keep up with traffic. Although I’m starting to think I want something with at least 250cc. Are they still fuel efficient that’s the main reason I ride a scooter.
I have a 300cc Yamaha Xmax and it gets about 75-80 mpgs which in my opinion is very efficient. My new Zuma which is a 125 gets about 85 mpgs so the Xmax with double the engine size only looses 10% or so in terms of fuel economy, it’s well worth it.
Good luck my 150cc is great around town or city to city
@@johnengland8619 what's some of the best 150cc to get on the highway with and just in general
@@jf4272 I'm not sure, I have a vfr800 for more spirited riding.
i had a 650 scooter and because of my age decided to give it up and buy a car, which was a1300 the difference in gas was minimal even going from a 125 to a 650 hardly broke the bank, with bikes you rarely drive conservatively to save fuel, its normally rip shit or bust
So this is not a typical 50cc motor scooter? 🤔 Certainly looks faster and has more pop than the ones I usually see.
Its a 2 stroke !
Very informative video, learned a lot, thank you!👍
Hi there, I am a petite female, I can ride a bicycle, but I’ve never driven anything motorized. We are moving to Aruba and I want some thing that I can tool around in and I think a 50cc would be perfect, ( most of the roads are 30 KM /h )but I need a recommendation for a brand that will be well built and reliable.
I don’t want the price to break the bank, I need to purchase two of them one for me and one for my husband who is 6 feet tall, and weighs 240 pounds.
If you can give me a recommendation that would be really wonderful.
I am not sure what is available in Aruba. They are a small island so my guess would be that it might be hard finding a ton of options.
50cc scooters are just as easy to ride as bicycles, you will learn in a matter of minutes. They are light and easy to handle, for you I’d recommend something like a Honda metropolitan. They are small, easy to ride, and will last forever. But, I don’t know if they are available in Aruba. For your husband maybe a Kymco super 8. Do you plan on buying there or importing from somewhere else?
Go to a shop in Aruba and see what they sell and service,
thanks for the input . it's really helpful information. I think it's one of the best comparison from 50cc vs 150cc which one do you drive everyday?
Lol, so I switched to a 300
Great info, especially for a new rider. Thank you!
Any of them scotters to me person feel like riding a bike there so fun
I've heard of people buying 150cc scooters and sticking on 50cc engine decals to avoid licensing and insurance requirements.
Yap lol
Great video, but not a fair comparison. Your 50 is 2stroke and much faster than a 4 stroke 50
SouthFlaDiver hardly? My 50cc 4t does up to 90kmh
@@bekabeka71 check your speed with a gps, you'll be surprised
I don't know, but his 50cc looks like it accelerates pretty well. Didn't really look that slow at all.
@@bekabeka71 BS that is 55 mph !!!! Stock 4 stroke do not go that fast !!!!!
I’m 6’1 tall and I’m thinking about getting a super 8 150. How tall are you and would someone my height be able to fit comfortably on this scooter.
I am right at 6ft. My super 8 is the last generation model sold in the US. As you see in the video, It fits me fine. The foot rest is enclosed however, but I dont think that is an issue, unless you wear like a size 17. Most scooters are made in such a way that pretty much anyone can ride them, regardless of height. Which model yr are you interested in getting?
U need a motorcycle license for 150cc
50cc 4 stroke over any other bike, it’s such a blast, tonne of torque and does 90kmph
You meant 2 stroke right?
William Hanna 4t
Beka Machurishvili I know they are tonnes of fun but the 2 strokes are faster for certain. My 49cc did 48mph stock and with a 79cc big bore kit it dies 68mph . Enjoy your summer scooting 🌈🌈🌈🤙🤙🤙
Hey I like your video but I have a quick question how much was your super 8? Thanks in advance.
2 strokes in this vid, much different than comparable physical size 4 strokes.
I'm looking for the rear wheel / rim for a 2015 Kymco super 8 150 scooter , I'm in central Florida area , any recommendations ? does an aftermarket wheel fit on it ? Please help , my friend dropped his scooter and bent the rear rim ,need replacement ,thanks
If only 50cc scooters are available in my country,i would love to have one i only run 50-60kph
Consider getting a 250cc scooter or motorcycle instead. Still gets great mpg but can stay up with traffic and is two up and highway capable. Unless you just do city riding then a 150 scooter would be just fine. Thanks for sharing.
thanks for the info. great video!👍
Believe me guys you get bored with small CC engines. One day you wake up in the morning you realized it's too slow, then eventually you upgraded it to 300CC 👍✌️✋
Somewhat true. I ride a Xmax 300 now and it’s hard going back just because it’s much more convenient that said, if you can’t afford something bigger you might need to ride a smaller scoot. Also, if you live somewhere where there’s no need to go faster than 30 like a college town a 50 could be a good choice. It’s cheap so you won’t care much if you abuse it
Nah I got a Yamaha Zuma and it makes at 36 I have no problems with it :p
It’s crazy that I know exactly where you were riding😂😂
lol
What a great video thanks man 👍
lol tx
The 50cc two-stroke is equivalent to a 100cc four-stroke in power , supposedly .
They can make about double the power compared to a 4 stroke with equivalent cc but generally I think a 4 stroke with double cc will be faster.
Hey I have never wrote any type of scooter before and looking for my first vehicle to be a scooter I’m in roads that are usually above 45 and I also need to get on the highway what cc would be perfect for me (keep in mind this would be my first scooter)
Well, there is a few things to consider. Do you know how to ride? Do you need a licence where you live? How often will you be on a freeway?
If you can ride and want something that isn't too big, 150cc scooters will do 55-75mph. Keep in mind that I would not recommend a 150cc scooter to be driven on major highways although some can do 65mph and more.
A few good choices:
Yamaha SMAX 155cc - 72mph
Honda PCX 150cc - 70mph
Kymco Super 8 (like mine) 149cc - 62mph
Genuine Hooligan 169cc - 65mph
Genuine Buddy 169cc - 65mph
Lance Cabo 169cc - 65mph
Price range - $2,500-3,500 new, some can be found used for 1,500-2,000 which is a good price.
All of these are great choices. These are proven brands that will last a very long time. There are other Chinese scooters but I would not recommend them.
My favorites are: Super 8, Hooligan and SMAX.
Lance is made by SYM who have made scooters for 60 yaers, Genuine is made by PGO a brand that made engines or Piaggio. They are considered top of the class. Kymco is another bike manufacturer that has made bikes for a long time, in fact they made engines for BMW and are very popular in Europe and I don't need to say anything about Yamaha and Honda.
All of these are pretty small, Genuine Buddy is the smallest and probably easiest to ride while SMAX is the biggest but not too big.
However, if you want something to take on the highway frequently, 200cc+ would be ideal. They can range in sizes from some being pretty small and easy to handle, to some being kind of large.
Good choices:
Kymco XTOWN 276cc - 80+mph
Yamaha XMAX 292cc - 90mph+
Vespa GTS 300 278cc - 75mph+
SYM Citycom 278cc - 82mph
There are others as well, these are ones I know. All brands will have older models too that are no longer produced or sold. I know that Kymco made a model called XCITING which was very popular and a great bike.
Hope this helps.
Great video. What are advantages and disadvantages to drive a bike in CT.
What do you mean CT?
@@nemanjatosovic Conecticut USA
@@raa.8880 I’m not from CT so I’m not sure. If the weather is nice, the easy of riding, parking and the cost is a big plus.
@Rana Afaq in CT if you get the 50cc all you need is a driver license and you don’t have to register it so you can just start riding immediately but if you get the 150cc you need a motorcycle endorsement and you have to register with dmv and have insurance if not and you get pulled over you will get a ticket and possible impound of the scooter but riding in CT in the spring and fall is absolutely beautiful perfect weather hope that info helped
This was helpful, thank you
150cc is faster then a 50cc the highest speed you getting 35mph to 40 on a 50cc 150cc I drive now I get 80 mph on a down hill 65 to 75 on a straight line 50cc sucks you gonna wanna upgrade it so just save you money and get a 150cc or better
Who makes the super 8. That's a sweet looking ride. ✌
its a Kymco. They are a taiwanese brand. Vey reliable
Please make more 50cc scooter vlogs
Which one would you recommend to buy ? I am debating between piaggio Libery 150 or Yamaha smax . Thank you
Mike
Personally, I like how the liberty looks much better, it’s sleeker than the Yamaha, it has that Italian styling. On the other hand, I’m am certain the Smax will get you better mpg, will be more reliable and it’s faster too probably by 10-15 mph on the top end. It’s physically bigger too so it feels more substantial.
That said, I think the smax is over 500 dollars more, it’s up to you. I’m sure you’ll like both, see what your budget is and what your needs are. If money is no issue usually, more money means better bike but that doesn’t mean the liberty is t great, it is an awesome stylish bike for in town use but the smax might give you a bit more freedom. I think their little 155 can go over 70mph vs 55-60 on the Piaggio
Hope this helps
@@nemanjatosovic thank you
I am doing my Home work and researching Scooters right now. I must say THIS VIDEO BY FAR is the MOST helpful and BEST as far as answering the questions Ive had.. Very very VERY GOOD Job!!
I do have questions though if ur able to answer them..
What brand is ur 50cc Scooter?
and
Which brand name Scooters that are 50cc Scooters do you recommend to be of best quality overall?
Also
About how much money would you say they are??
Last
Would you say a 50cc Scooter is stable and durable enough to make a 20 minute ride to another town without using the highway or are they really just for in town short rides??
Thank You
Jaime
Are you in the US?
If so, first figure out what your budget is. As with anything, the more you spend the more you get. You’ll be surprised, but, generally, a quality 50cc will run your between 2-3 thousand.
Generally, anything under 1500 is Chinese, they’re ok but don’t last.
For around $2,000-2,200 you can find some really awesome 50cc scooters that will last.
One of the favorites amongst girls is , Genuine Buddy 50.
Genuine is a company that imports scooters from Taiwan and China but the Buddy is made in Taiwan and is a quality scooter. It’ll do about 40 mph and is reliable as heck, very popular too.
They are around 2000 new but you can find them used for a few hindered dollars less. This will however depend on your geographic area.
Genuine also sells the Roughhouse 50, another scooter made in Taiwan by a famous company called PGO. Pretty much as as the Buddy but more rugged in styling. They are also right around 2000. That’s the black one in my video. Used, depending on age, but between 1000-1700.
Another company that imports scooters is Lance. They have three great models, Cali Classic 50, Havana Classic 50 and Cabo 50. They are pretty much the same and are made by SYM a well known scooter maker. They only differ in styling. They are also close to that $2000 mark but might be a little cheaper.
Kymco is a company that is also from Taiwan and they are one of the Big 5 companies in the scooter world. Right up there with Yamaha and Honda in markets outside the US but are not as know here, still they have some awesome scoots for sale. ps the red scooter in the video is a Kymco super 8 150.
Currrently they sell the Kymco Agility 50 for $1850. This is a famous scooter and is sold around the world. Many places in Europe use it as a pizza delivery vehicle. It’s probably the best bang for your dollar. Kymco sells the super 8 50 as well. They are a bit bigger and are around 2000 as well.
Now, for a little more money, you can get a premium brand like a Honda or a Piaggio.
Honda sells a Metropolitan 50. It’s a famous scooter they have made for years, it’s $2500 and a little small for my liking but very popular and super reliable being a Honda.
They also sell the Ruckus this is a Barr bone scooter very popular amongst the guys that like to modify their bikes. It’s pretty rugged and kinda pricey at 2800 but it also holds its value very well.
Piaggio which is a patent company to Vespa sells the Liberty 50 for 2400. This is a great scooter that is ultra famous in Europe.
So to wrap this up, Genuine and Lance import scooters from Taiwan but they are very highly quality made by well know brands and best they offer are, Buddy 50, Roughhouse 50 by Genuine and Cali and Havana Classic and Cabo by Lance.
Kymco is a global brand not super known here but very reliable. They have the Agility and Super 8. They also have the Kymco Like but I believe they spotted selling new models so you’ll be looking at an older model.
Honda sells the ruckus and the Metropolitan and Piaggio sells the Liberty 50.
All of these are between 1800-2800 with most being around 2200.
You can also get something premium like a Vespa but they are 4,000 at least.
As far as your commute, 50 cc scooters are best in roads where the speed limit is 35 or less. So if you plan on using it in town on such streets you can ride it as much as you’d like. I’ve taken mine on a 150 Mile trip. It took forever but the scooter had no issues.
That said, riding them
On roads where speed is over 35 is tricky as you’ll be slower than anyone which can be dangerous.
Hope this helps!
@@nemanjatosovic I have been wanting the buddy, however I never see them for a few hundred used and I am not that to far from you. I'm in Janesville so please let me know when you see them in the market for that cheap.
@@jher6969 everyone is asking too much these days... I'll let you know if I see one.
Buddy writes you a novel and you don't even reply??? Nice! I will thank him for you!
is the Kymco agility 50 a good starting scooter also is it reliable
It is, it’s great for in town use.
Good video, good luck with the channel.
lol thanks
Love this thank you for the information!
I guess if I'd read below it was a Kymco. What's the price, I'm sure it's less than the Honda PCX or the ADV150.
Is that a GT Avalanche/ Ricochet bicycle on the back? Lol I have the same bicycle.
Haha, it's the GT Pantera withssome oversized tires.
Can I drive them in the rain without any worry about damaging the components?
@@brandonboss6868 yeah, just be careful as riding in slippery conditions can be dangerous
Perfect for city street driving and parking
Good channel, thank you for the information!
50cc is useless in the suburbs. Its good for the congested city.
yeah, it is a good choice for those in the city or someone looking for a pit bike.
Basically 80 % of all benefits you can get from all scooters. Rest of differences have pros and cons.
Hey, do you recommend a scooter for a tall guy? Or a bike
It depends on your needs and wants. A scooter can accommodate a taller person so can certain bikes.
Best thing to do is see what you need and then pick a budget and go sit on a few models get the feel for them.
So the 150cc race star moped lasts longer then the 50cc version? Cuz I heard they last up to only 10,000 miles before there done but I hope there talking about the 50cc version not the 150cc
Wait so is it true? Lol
I’m 16 and just got my permit and want to get a moped I’m about 200 pounds and 5’10 any recommendations for a 50cc moped
Really depends on your budget. A lot of people like the Honda Ruckus, but they are pricey. That said you may find a used one for about 1800.
What’s your budget?
Thank you, very helpful
You forgot to mention your weight ! It will help to know that. Please indicate the brand of your bikes, I am interested in purchasing one of them and need as much information that will help in my decision. Great video otherwise, thanks
170 lbs
Cannot hear you
Great Video!
Hello. At 4:40 of your video as you wait to make your right hand turn, there is a truck approaching the intersection. You completed your right hand as the truck entered the intersection. The story I’m telling myself is that I would wait until the truck passes before I make my turn. When I’m in the position of the truck driver and someone makes their right hand turn just as I’m entering or going through the intersection, I wonder why they would do that instead of waiting one second for me to pass by them. That would keep us both safe.
Does a person weight and height effect what size engine to get ?
Depends what you need, generally weight will influence acceleration if you want something to cruise around 50cc is okay otherwise get something bigger, if you’re a big dude you’re better off getting a bigger bike
Hi I live In Easton,Pa would anyone know of any Shops that sell 50cc or 150cc Scooters? Only place I keep seeing on line is in California and they charge like $399 for shipping :( Trying to avoid that huge shipping cost. the ones i'm looking at is like $849 150cc 13" wheels and $1149 15000cc with 14" wheels and $879 50cc with 10" wheels but then with the $399 Shipping plus the $70 tax it makes those sky rocket in price :(
It will be my first moped/scooter, I have never driven a Motorcycle.
Curious if 150cc might be too much for me as a Newbie
Where can I find a black bike like that one ?
If you are in the US, many scooter dealerships will carry it. They do not sell them outside the US under the same name rather under PGO.
Great video
Audio is way too quiet
I know, I recorded with a phone
@@nemanjatosovic it sounds fine to me
My 49cc was made faster with sport all new fuel system and it goes 80-85km/h and eats around 7-8L/100km
What fuel does it use? If petrol then isn't it too inefficient ?
will go for 50cc
I was going to watch your video but the sound quality is too low
Never buy anything under 150cc unless your state allows you to ride a 50cc without registration fees
How about 550cc Ak550 vs 150cc Kymco? Which one is better?
Lol, I’m going to say the AK
@@nemanjatosovic I will make a intro video on my AK 550 soon. We still have some snow here in Utah, so I'm waiting for better weather.
@@goru426 thats a completely new beast I saw one in Miami and a couple in Europe this year. Amazing machine
Please brother, help me with all the tons of research and going to bike shops to ask questions where they'll just try to get me to buy something in-shop.
What is THE BEST, cheapest, quality 50cc moped there is. Definitely from Genuine?
PLEASE, and thank you beforehand!!
How much do you want to spend?
Get tao tao
Get tao tao
Get italika its manufactured from mexico its reliable
So what size wheel would be good for a 50cc scooter a 10 ? Or 12?.
I’d go with 12. They’re a bit more comfortable and just as nimble
Really great video..
Question? Do I need a license to own a 50 cc ,,,I live in Florida,,? thank u
to own one, no. you can own anything you want. to register and ride one, I am not sure. I believe that most states will require you to have a drives licence for a 50cc and a motorcycle licence for anything over 50cc
Only thing needed in Florida is to register it, no license or insurance needed, thats why drunk drivers that loose there license get scooters, if you get a 150 or larger you need a license with motorcycle endorsement
I'm sure now no matter what you're driving on the street whether it's a 50cc or not you're still going to have to have insurance nowadays. Used to a 50cc scooter which is a 49 cc you never had to have license or registration or insurance. But now you have to have insurance and a tag
do you have to keep your balance on a 50cc moped?
what do you mean? If you know how to ride a bicycle, you should be fine. It does not take much to learn
Nemanja oh. i don't know howS where i was raised no one never rode bikes so i never seen the need yo ride one.
I’m new to scooters. Are amigo 2018 ss50 a good reliable scooter ?
I don’t know Judy about Amigo scooters. You’re best bet is buying one of the better known brands.
Kymco Agility 50 is one of most reliable 50cc scooters under 2000.
Only one to buy. 150cc the other is a toy !!
Is 50cc better to ride in Florida without license? Cause I’m getting a moped
@@namjoon632 what do you mean by better? I believe in Florida you don’t need a license nor insurance to ride a 50cc so that’s an advantage I assume.
@@nemanjatosovic i figured to ask since you have experience with mopeds. 😅
The volume is low on your video.
Thanks for the awesome review! I was looking into 50cc scooters as a first bike. Upon doing lots of research it seems as though the slowness of them could be more dangerous due to inability to accelerate with regular traffic flow. I decided to get a yamaha BWS 125 to start. Anywhere I will ride the speed limit will not exceed 60km/h but I will likely need to slightly exceed that to keep with normal traffic flow. Does this seem like a good option in scooters?
125 is perfect for your needs. I too have a 125 bws. They can do almost 100 kmh so I’m sure you’ll love it
@@nemanjatosovic Thank you very much! I'm pretty excited to get out there however it's quite a process in Canada so still another month before I can hit the road!
I see you are in Illinois and probably have been asked this numerous times, what kind of licensing do you need for either one? Great video, interested in one but learning as much as I can before I purchase. Thanks!
Technically, for anything under 50cc you need a regular car license for anything over 50cc you need a motorcycle license.
In IL you have 2 types of motorcycle licenses one for bikes between 50 and 150 cc and one for bikes over 150 cc.
From what I can tell, the test is the same, so it’s pointless getting the one for bikes between 50-150 ccs.
Only issue is you need a bike to pass a test but that can be overcome as many community colleges have free training and will give you a license if you attend the three training sessions which are usually held on Friday, Sat and Sunday.
They even have guys who have bikes come out and teach you.
So, in short, for a 50cc just a car license, for anything above a motorcycle license.
I've been riding scooters for 35 years and I've lived in several places. And it's never been required to have driver's license for a 50cc scooter.
Great 👍 stuff to know 👍
very good video
Would law enforcement recognize the difference? In my state no license/insurance for under 50cc. Would love to get away with a 150cc
Not sure, in my area they don’t care. You can do whatever they just don’t bother when you’re on a scooter
I've had at least at least eight 50cc scooters. I got tired of people passing me all the time and about hitting me. And scooters aren't made to run wide open I blew up several 50cc. Now I'm on my third 150cc. It's 10 horsepower and plenty of speed. It's registered as a 50 cc. When you get your insurance just show them a VIN number from a 50cc. But if you if you're doing 50 mph on a scooter it's against the law. I think you're supposed to only go around 30-35 miles per hour. And yes registering a 150 as a 50 is against the law. But I've been taking that chance for years now. I don't have driver's license. But I will never own a 50cc again. I just went to the doctor which was a 150 MI round trip on my 150. After writing about an hour I stopped and take a little break so my scooter can cool. Enjoy scooter life
Looking to get one or the other we live close to Galveston Tx and want to play on one have my license but need to be able to take my small service dog with me …do you think a 50 cc can do that or should I go with the 150 cc…have rode several dirt bikes…I
How hard is it to swap motors and transmissions out in these things ; a lot of the 50CCs and 150CCs look like they might use the same transmission ?
It should be too hard but people generally either get a big bore kit or just go for higher cc. Swapping an engine will likely be a lot costlier and not worth it
@nemanjatosovic I was thinking when engines wear out but , Thanks , I'll keep that in mind !
@@Airon79 if well maintained these engines can last a long time. I wouldn’t worry about that
@nemanjatosovic Wait , are we talking about cars and trucks type of miles ?
@@Airon79 small displacement bikes, like a quality 50cc engine, you can get 50,000 miles out of them.
Higher cc engines, like in my Xmax which is a 300cc, you can get 100,000 plus just like in a car.
I ride my 150 about a hundred miles a day. And I love it plenty fast enough for me. At 50 miles an hour I still got throttle left. I've just never liked 50cc. I've had eight of them. And I usually wear them out cuz I like to cruise LOL
To be honest my zip 2T 50cc is more thirsty than 125 uk110 4T ,i don know why ,is that normal>??
It’s not unusual, depends how the car is tuned and how it’s ridden.
THANKS，i konw nothing about carb tuning,,,@@nemanjatosovic
What’s the brand of the 50cc scooter in this video ?
Genuine roughhouse, there made by PGO
You said the top speed was 40 to 42 literally you can see your top in that thing out at 50 on the genuine. Is your speedometer broken or is that my imagination
The speedometers on pretty much all motorcycles are about 10% optimistic, every bike indicates a much faster speed than what the actual speed is.
In the RH’s case, it’s Speedo is about 3-5 miles off for speeds up to 35 mph after which it becomes even more inaccurate.
50 indicated is about 40-43.
What do you get for gas mileage on a 50cc scooter ?
Depends on a few faktors but generally you can expect over 100 mpg
Where do you buy these?
Great question, I'm finding these scooters tough to find where I live. Just doesn't seem like many places sell them. 😕
How much is your 150 scooter that you are showing there what is the price
That is a Kymco super 8, new they’re about 2500, used, depending on year, 1000 or so.
i like the red one friend
In Florida you do need motorcycle license for a 50cc 49cc you do not
Man, I really want a scooter but I don’t have money for shit. Everything is so GOD DAMN EXPENSIVE. I wouldn’t be able to afford the cheapest moped/scooter retailed anywhere on earth, literally. I’m just absolutely and completely appalled, angry, frustrated and broken over how expensive anything of the tiniest value in life is. I live in under TWO TIMES the federal poverty line and barely make any money, not even enough to support myself. Anyway, I’ll save my sob story.
I'm a female i recently bought a scooter it's a150cc akt150dk I don't know much about it could you please do a review on it for me I'm living in jamaica..
I don’t know much about that model
how about scooter vs moped-video?
I think scooter is more practical.. mopeds are usually 50cc and do not have any storage.. but I would love to ride one and do a video
@@nemanjatosovic i have a scooter but the + with the moped would be to learn the gear-shifting, in case i decide to get a higher cc-bike
@@t_rex8767 look into something like the Honda super cub, it is semi auto you shift but no clutch, it’ll help you learn... but generally, it’s not hard, you can learn in a matter of minutes.