I'm Getting a Moped Instead

ricland · #1 (**permalink**) 10-19-2008, 09:31 AM

I really don't understand why anyone would mess around with one of these bike motors when they can spend a few more dollars and get a moped.

Bikes aren't built for these motors; mopeds are built from the ground up for their motors.

What's the point?

ric

Pablo · #2 (**permalink**) 10-19-2008, 09:40 AM

Because, well frankly....mopeds are.....well.....limp....

Walter F. · #3 (**permalink**) 10-19-2008, 09:55 AM

The point is Elevendy Billion Chinese motorized bicycle riders. How much is "a few more dollars" to you? Happy Trails anyway Walter F

deacon · #4 (**permalink**) 10-19-2008, 10:12 AM

There are a couple of nice moped forums for people who think your way. I expect you will find them more to your liking. That is not an insult or a put down. It's more that the people on this forum are people who like to stand out and be different. It isn't just about the cheap transportation for me.

Heck someone offered to trade me a 50cc moped for my chainsaw bike yesterday and I said no. I have an attachment to my bikes that you don't get with something you buy.

It's just a different mindset and 'Different isn't good or bad different is just different.' That is my dad's saying by the way.

sb bikes · #5 (**permalink**) 10-19-2008, 10:15 AM

because for some people like the challenge of building them and be able share this with other mb riders though this form etc.

Finfan · #6 (**permalink**) 10-19-2008, 10:43 AM

Where I live you have to licence, register, and insure a Moped. That is an expense I would rather avoid. Besides with the motorized bikes you have endless oportunities to tweak and personalize your ride. In short: It's a hobby.

wheelbender6 · #7 (**permalink**) 10-19-2008, 10:51 AM

Building a motorized bicycle is cheaper than therapy.

FrankTate · #8 (**permalink**) 10-19-2008, 10:57 AM

I agree, go ahead and get a moped. It is a ready made solution to all of the issues that builders face. It is pre tuned, no run in and it comes with very specific directions. It is perfect for anyone who has no vision or ambition. Enjoy your idiotmobile.

comfortableshoes · #9 (**permalink**) 10-19-2008, 11:47 AM

I dunno, I like the feeling I get when I hop on either of my bikes and the sense of accomplishment of being able to tell people that I built it.

If I got a moped I'd have to tweak it and make it mine... So I might as well stick with the cheaper option and build motorized bikes.

I have about $300 wrapped up in my bike... Probably will spend another $100 or so, so for about $400 I'll have a full built custom motorized bike. If I were to start with a moped I'd only be able to get a junk tomos or puch from 1980 and I'd spend as much time fixing that as i would riding it. In the end money-wise for something new I'm happy to have what I have.

I like vintage mopeds but these bikes fit my personality better.

tyrslider · #10 (**permalink**) 10-19-2008, 11:52 AM

I'm a 2 wheeled vehicle fanatic I'll pro'lly get a moped too. But 1st I gotta build another motor bike, 4 stroke this time (maybe), and maybe another, then I've been wantin' to build a small displacement vintage race bike, I gotta replace the motorcycle (BMW GS1100) I sold this summer to help keep my wife in school (think I'll get the 1100S this time) and Oh wait I've always wanted a dirt bike to play around on.

You know it's funny, bicycle enthusiests are pretty mixed about us; I can understand that as they put a lot more physical effort into their riding and that's why they do it mostly. Motorcyclists are pretty mixed as well, most think they're cool but wouldn't have the cajones to stand apart from their m/cing buddies. But, really, someone who wants to go buy a moped giving us crap? Take a #! If after 72 posts you don't get it, your not gonna!

Oh and by the way, I use to repair scooters and mopeds (something my m/cing buddies gave me crap for). Rarely have I seen a moped w/ more than a couple thousand miles on the clock; they may be less finicky but they have no more longevity. Also they cannot be ridden w/o the motor i.e lotsa places they can't go that I can.

So go get a moped they can be really cool, but compliments to each other, they are completely different!