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Forum: 50cc - 124cc 01-04-2017, 01:33 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 4,098
Posted By scootercapecod
You could've soft seized the motor also. Not a...

You could've soft seized the motor also. Not a tough fix for a good DIYer pull the jug and get new rings. Before that though do a vompression check and see if it's that or maybe just aa electrical...
Forum: 50cc - 124cc 01-04-2017, 01:20 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 4,188
Posted By scootercapecod
Silly question (maybe)

I know where most CDIs are on a scooter but the one on my buddy 50 seems to elude me. Any help here? I sound like a noob. Pics might help too
Forum: 50cc - 124cc 01-04-2017, 01:17 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 7,744
Posted By scootercapecod
Be careful with aftermarket stuff buy the better...

Be careful with aftermarket stuff buy the better known products.
Forum: 50cc - 124cc 06-09-2016, 04:39 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 8,538
Posted By scootercapecod
Sorry to say it but leaving it outside locked on...

Sorry to say it but leaving it outside locked on a porch behind a truck and it got stolen! Thus the new buddy 50
Forum: 50cc - 124cc 06-08-2016, 10:46 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 7,993
Posted By scootercapecod
2016 genuine buddy 50 derestricted exhaust and...

2016 genuine buddy 50 derestricted exhaust and variator goes 45 on a level road no problem.
Forum: 50cc - 124cc 06-08-2016, 10:43 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 6,107
Posted By scootercapecod
I usually check my oil injection tank every other...

I usually check my oil injection tank every other fill up and make sure I have a quart under the seat in case I need it. The other thing is I never let the tank go under 1/2 full to be safe.
Forum: 50cc - 124cc 06-08-2016, 10:36 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 18,483
Posted By scootercapecod
It sounds like your carb is a POS. I'd replace it...

It sounds like your carb is a POS. I'd replace it for several reasons and amongst them are the float could be bad or stuck, something plugging up the jets like dirt, a bad drain valve screw seal a...
Forum: 50cc - 124cc 06-08-2016, 10:27 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 5,626
Posted By scootercapecod
Try taking off your air filter cover and drilling...

Try taking off your air filter cover and drilling a couple of 1/8" holes and see if it breathes better a quick and easy fix
Forum: 50cc - 124cc 06-08-2016, 10:20 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 4,729
Posted By scootercapecod
Just bought genuine buddy 50

Hey gang I just bought a new genuine buddy 50. It goes ok and the fact it's a 2t is even better because it's got loads of torque and plenty of power up to a certain point. I get up to 45-50 ok but...
Forum: 50cc - 124cc 04-05-2016, 11:35 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,710
Posted By scootercapecod
the gaps on intake and exhaust are .004 in .005...

the gaps on intake and exhaust are .004 in .005 exhaust for your valves as for the plug .085 or thereabouts the valves i'm sure of but the plug double check.
Forum: 50cc - 124cc 04-05-2016, 11:26 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,546
Posted By scootercapecod
make sure you do the valve lash at 500, 1000, and...

make sure you do the valve lash at 500, 1000, and 1500 mi and then at 3000. As for the carb and fuel issues replacing most everything from the tank up is the best way to go IMHO the whole setup...
Forum: 50cc - 124cc 04-05-2016, 11:09 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 8,538
Posted By scootercapecod
Seems ok now, for some reason i think there was...

Seems ok now, for some reason i think there was something loose but after another go-through of connections it fired right up like nothing happened
Forum: 50cc - 124cc 03-01-2016, 04:29 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 8,538
Posted By scootercapecod
Genuine Rough House won't start w/ electric starter

Hmmmm, this is interesting... Last week it warmed up enough finally to get my scooter out of winter storage and take it out for a ride. Anyway, it ran great and started just fine even after I got...
Forum: 50cc - 124cc 02-13-2016, 12:36 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,945
Posted By scootercapecod
No, generally though changing the air intake...

No, generally though changing the air intake requires a rejet of both idle and top end. You might see another 3-5Mph depending on how much air the stock filter was allowing. IMHO if it isn't broke,...
Forum: 50cc - 124cc 02-13-2016, 11:44 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 5,033
Posted By scootercapecod
"Pull the plug" when it comes to the stock airbox...

"Pull the plug" when it comes to the stock airbox means there is a restrictive inlet inserted between where the air intake and the filter meet. Usually it's a donut shaped ring which you can simply...
Forum: 50cc - 124cc 02-01-2016, 09:46 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,113
Posted By scootercapecod
great info, thanks

great info, thanks
Forum: 50cc - 124cc 01-20-2016, 08:22 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 3,472
Posted By scootercapecod
Seeing the expansion chamber suggests that your...

Seeing the expansion chamber suggests that your scooter is a 2T and not a 4T. That said there's room for discussion. If you want stock sounding and normal performance stick with the smaller one. The...
Forum: 50cc - 124cc 01-20-2016, 08:03 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,534
Posted By scootercapecod
I'll go with what bull said and add on do a PDI...

I'll go with what bull said and add on do a PDI to make sure your throttle cables are tight, your calipers aren't grabbing etc.... Just do a general inspection on everything and make sure you're not...
Forum: 50cc - 124cc 01-20-2016, 07:50 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,113
Posted By scootercapecod
I have the 2 year serviceplan on it so once the...

I have the 2 year serviceplan on it so once the clock hits 500 I gotta bring her in. It's not that I mind doing it myself but the dealer can do a better job and much faster. Seeing as i wont be...
Forum: 50cc - 124cc 01-18-2016, 07:18 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 6,827
Posted By scootercapecod
Well, I've had my experiences with both 4T and 2T...

Well, I've had my experiences with both 4T and 2T and i prefer the 2T simply because of the instant power
Forum: 50cc - 124cc 01-18-2016, 07:09 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,113
Posted By scootercapecod
Glad to read that! I'll put plenty on the clock...

Glad to read that! I'll put plenty on the clock this Spring and Summer. My last scooter (the one you see shown) had 5K on the clock but I rode it daily for over 8 months putting triple digits on the...
Forum: 50cc - 124cc 01-11-2016, 07:13 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,549
Posted By scootercapecod
In terms of actual speed it's rather minimal....

In terms of actual speed it's rather minimal. Maybe you'll see a 3-5 MPH at best. The REAL difference you'll see is consistency and better overall running qualities of the scooter, better starts and...
Forum: 50cc - 124cc 11-24-2015, 12:04 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,062
Posted By scootercapecod
clutch springs, drive spring

clutch springs, drive spring
Forum: 50cc - 124cc 11-24-2015, 12:02 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,994
Posted By scootercapecod
check your battery connections and the coil....

check your battery connections and the coil. Sometimes also it's possible to get a defective CDI that doesn't allow the current to fully engage the starter but that sounds less likely, again check...
Forum: 50cc - 124cc 11-24-2015, 11:58 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,258
Posted By scootercapecod
if you tried your original stock low jet you...

if you tried your original stock low jet you probably worsened your situation, try a BIGGER low jet and THEN adjusting your air/fuel mixture of course making sure the scooter is warmed up on the...
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