THINKING about starting a Scooter Shop

GMan_Scoots · 08-20-2013, 10:09 AM

Hey Gang:

There's definitely a need where I am, here in North Texas. Gas prices are cheaper here, but still not cheap enough

So I was thinking about opening a scooter shop. I ride a BMS Evo9 - I love it, but it seems like the BMS's aren't the best mechanically and durability-wise. We can forget Vespas, because no one can afford them here.

Any ideas on who has the best models? Thinking about offering them in 50-250cc, as well as an out the door package including helmets, so if you know a good wholesale company, let me know.

And WHEN I get it up and running, if you're looking for a job as a mechanic, and you don't mind the Texas heat, hit me up!

Thanks!

techie610 · 08-20-2013, 10:37 AM

Im actually thinking of opening one up when I move to SC next year.
Most of what I see around here and Asheville are the VIP models.
Im looking into getting the Roketa line up.
http://www.roketa.com/product/productlist/2610.shtml

spandi · 08-20-2013, 10:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GMan_Scoots

Hey Gang:

There's definitely a need where I am, here in North Texas. Gas prices are cheaper here, but still not cheap enough

So I was thinking about opening a scooter shop. I ride a BMS Evo9 - I love it, but it seems like the BMS's aren't the best mechanically and durability-wise. We can forget Vespas, because no one can afford them here.

Any ideas on who has the best models? Thinking about offering them in 50-250cc, as well as an out the door package including helmets, so if you know a good wholesale company, let me know.

And WHEN I get it up and running, if you're looking for a job as a mechanic, and you don't mind the Texas heat, hit me up!

Thanks!

Ever consider the Puma line of scoots?

wheelbender6 · 08-20-2013, 08:44 PM

Cool idea. Scooters are in demand, but I think the quads are in bigger demand. The Chinese pit bikes sell well too. Most scooter shops around here some of all those things.

**inuyasha** · 08-20-2013, 09:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by spandi

Ever consider the Puma line of scoots?

Hi
I second that, Puma Cycles produces a wonderful scoot with a high level of quality and excellent customer support
http://www.pumacycles.com/
Heres the one i owned

Scooter Tag 017 by inuyasha50, on Flickr

A short ride around town on the Puma

Take care and ride safely
Yours Hank

Guest_3 · 08-20-2013, 10:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by techie610

Im looking into getting the Roketa line up.
http://www.roketa.com/product/productlist/2610.shtml

+2.

.

techie610 · 08-20-2013, 11:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by scooterwayne

+2.

.

On my way of becoming a dealer.

epyon96r · 08-21-2013, 01:40 AM

I would like to start something here on the outskirts of Houston.

hardd1 · 08-22-2013, 01:13 PM

I would highly recommend Bintelli scooters...Znen built...excellent support...unique model lineup
www.bintelli.com

spandi · 08-22-2013, 08:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hardd1

I would highly recommend Bintelli scooters...Znen built...excellent support...unique model lineup
www.bintelli.com

A Good choice too. Again, better than the average brand of scoots.

bintelli · 08-23-2013, 08:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by techie610

Im actually thinking of opening one up when I move to SC next year.
Most of what I see around here and Asheville are the VIP models.
Im looking into getting the Roketa line up.
http://www.roketa.com/product/productlist/2610.shtml

There is a big demand for QUALITY dealers in SC. Scooters are moving at a great pace there but in most areas, the dealerships that are still open are not well run. We've been looking to partner with some new blood in SC, so if you move there, give us a call. You can see our models on www.bintelliscooters.com - all units have 2 year limited warranties, one year of roadside assistance, and tons of upgrades like Motobatt batteries, NGK spark plugs, Gates belts, Duro tires, halogen headlights, stainless steel hardware, and more.

spandi · 08-23-2013, 10:31 AM

Anti Chinese scooter critics are having less and less to "crow" about these days, as the ever-evolving Chinese manufacturing base continues to to improve both the quality and dependability of their products.

techie610 · 08-23-2013, 12:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bintelli

There is a big demand for QUALITY dealers in SC. Scooters are moving at a great pace there but in most areas, the dealerships that are still open are not well run. We've been looking to partner with some new blood in SC, so if you move there, give us a call. You can see our models on www.bintelliscooters.com - all units have 2 year limited warranties, one year of roadside assistance, and tons of upgrades like Motobatt batteries, NGK spark plugs, Gates belts, Duro tires, halogen headlights, stainless steel hardware, and more.

I will, for sure, keep you in mind. I am moving next spring.
PM me, and we will keep in touch.
Or email me at pswyandt @ trcemail . com

tinstar · 09-14-2013, 03:28 AM

Check out SYM...great bikes from Taiwan. Reasonable prices and as good as anything out there. See the Lance website for information.

Irish · 03-20-2015, 11:36 AM

Think it over before you commit to opening a shop! I just moved to Fla. from NH. When I lived in NH , I had two customizing & repair motorcycle shops. Owning a shop sounds very glamorous but there are also a lot of headaches. It's your decision but just a word of warning from experience! If I had it to do over , I'd probably do the same thing! Motorcycles & Scooters are my life but I'm 71 now & I'm all done except to ride. Irish

08-20-2013, 10:37 AM	#2
techie610 Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Buncombe Co. N.C. Posts: 337	Im actually thinking of opening one up when I move to SC next year. Most of what I see around here and Asheville are the VIP models. Im looking into getting the Roketa line up. http://www.roketa.com/product/productlist/2610.shtml __________________ 2007 Sportiva Falcon GY6 150 4T 7,200+ Mi. 68 ( GPS Verified ) 76 MPG Few Mods, Lots-O-Tweaks 2003 Vento Zip R3i TurboCam 50cc 2T 8,500+ Mi. 62mph ( GPS Verified ) 90 MPG Seriously Modded Check out the new group for the Mountain Area! http://www.scootdawg.net/group.php?groupid=4
	0

08-20-2013, 08:44 PM	#4
wheelbender6 Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Houston area Posts: 945	Cool idea. Scooters are in demand, but I think the quads are in bigger demand. The Chinese pit bikes sell well too. Most scooter shops around here some of all those things. __________________ "Beer never broke my heart" - Luke Combs
	0

09-14-2013, 03:28 AM	#14
tinstar Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Spotsylvania, VA Posts: 15	Check out SYM...great bikes from Taiwan. Reasonable prices and as good as anything out there. See the Lance website for information. __________________ SYM RV250 Spotsylvania, VA
	0

08-21-2013, 01:40 AM	#8
epyon96r Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: pasadena, tx Posts: 135	I would like to start something here on the outskirts of Houston.
	0

08-22-2013, 01:13 PM	#9
hardd1 Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Ft Myers Beach Posts: 13	I would highly recommend Bintelli scooters...Znen built...excellent support...unique model lineup www.bintelli.com
	0

08-23-2013, 10:31 AM	#12
spandi Join Date: Nov 2011 Posts: 482	Anti Chinese scooter critics are having less and less to "crow" about these days, as the ever-evolving Chinese manufacturing base continues to to improve both the quality and dependability of their products.
	0

03-20-2015, 11:36 AM	#15
Irish Join Date: Dec 2014 Posts: 738	Think it over before you commit to opening a shop! I just moved to Fla. from NH. When I lived in NH , I had two customizing & repair motorcycle shops. Owning a shop sounds very glamorous but there are also a lot of headaches. It's your decision but just a word of warning from experience! If I had it to do over , I'd probably do the same thing! Motorcycles & Scooters are my life but I'm 71 now & I'm all done except to ride. Irish
	0