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by mhdgraphics
Wed Jul 31, 2019 2:42 pm
Forum: Forza General
Topic: Freeway Ride
Replies: 6
Views: 790

Re: Freeway Ride

I just completed a 4000+ mile 2 week trip from Las Vegas to Oshkosh, WI for the EAA flyin. Lots of hills, twisties and flat highway and freeway for my 2014 Forza. The scoot carried me (170 lbs) and my camping gear (~ 70 lbs) at up to 80 mph. On the hills I only got up to 65 mph. From Vegas through U...
by mhdgraphics
Fri Apr 06, 2018 6:14 pm
Forum: PCX General
Topic: Changing tires, what are the options?
Replies: 17
Views: 1347

Re: Changing tires, what are the options?

I have experience from my Chinese scooter 10" tires before I got my PCX, And while I was able to accomplish many tire changes on my own, the biggest challenge is getting them filled up after changing. I've literally had to tie a rope around the tire to help set the bead. It is not a fun experi...
by mhdgraphics
Fri Apr 06, 2018 6:06 pm
Forum: Forza General
Topic: Where do you park?
Replies: 17
Views: 1759

Re: Where do you park?

Extra lights in daylight.jpg This is where I park most of the time. Which by looking at the picture (the blue paint on the right side is a give away) is the loading area for the handicapped parking spot next to you. After 20 years taking care of a handicapped spouse and dealing with inconsiderate p...
by mhdgraphics
Tue Mar 13, 2018 7:49 pm
Forum: Forza General
Topic: 2018 Maxi-Scooter meetup-ralley Sept 5-9
Replies: 0
Views: 685

2018 Maxi-Scooter meetup-ralley Sept 5-9

FYI and heads up for a maxi-scooter (250cc and up) meetup-ralley happening Sept 5-9, 2018

Goose Pond Colony Resort, AL

http://maxi-scoots.com/scoot/index.php?board=47.0
by mhdgraphics
Tue Mar 13, 2018 7:45 pm
Forum: Forza General
Topic: Can I post info from other scooter forums here?
Replies: 6
Views: 626

Re: Can I post info from other scooter forums here?

Got it.
OK - no violation of rules 1, 2 or 3...
Just a Maxi-Scooter meetup-ralley (250cc and up)
by mhdgraphics
Mon Mar 12, 2018 10:45 pm
Forum: Forza General
Topic: Can I post info from other scooter forums here?
Replies: 6
Views: 626

Can I post info from other scooter forums here?

Of interest (maybe) to other Forza owners...
by mhdgraphics
Sat Feb 03, 2018 2:04 pm
Forum: Forza General
Topic: Just had my 300 valdalized...
Replies: 18
Views: 2663

Re: Just had my 300 valdalized...

Well I'm back on the road and much better prepared. Got an Oxford OF38 Boss Disc Lock, A Big A$$ cable and lock to wrap around the rear wheel and a tree at the parking spot, and a security camera in my window to watch it (so I don't have to look out the window every 5 minutes... Now to get my anxiet...
by mhdgraphics
Sat Feb 03, 2018 1:57 pm
Forum: Forza General
Topic: Just had my 300 valdalized...
Replies: 18
Views: 2663

Re: Just had my 300 valdalized...

What insurance company do you have? I just went from State Farm to Progressive. I had SF for my auto, scoot but for some reason my 09 Nissan Cube kept going up and up in rates even though no one wants to steal it whatsoever. Its kind of ugly you know. State Farm has good really good scooter and mot...
by mhdgraphics
Sat Jan 13, 2018 6:43 pm
Forum: Forza General
Topic: Just had my 300 valdalized...
Replies: 18
Views: 2663

Re: Just had my 300 valdalized...

I did notice that my registration and insurance docs were gone so added ID theft to police report...
by mhdgraphics
Sat Jan 13, 2018 6:40 pm
Forum: Forza General
Topic: Just had my 300 valdalized...
Replies: 18
Views: 2663

Re: Just had my 300 valdalized...

After talking to my insurance co (progressive), the mutual consensus is for me to buy the parts and repair it myself. So I disassembled half the bike to get the damaged lock out. Got an order out to Partzilla and should have it 2-3 days after MLK day. Just under $200 for parts plus untold frustratio...
by mhdgraphics
Fri Jan 12, 2018 2:59 pm
Forum: Forza Technical Help
Topic: stolen, recovered, bits missing
Replies: 5
Views: 1720

Re: stolen, recovered, bits missing

How is you rebuild/repair going?
To paraphrase "Ebay is your friend". You can find a lot of used parts there.
by mhdgraphics
Fri Jan 12, 2018 12:51 pm
Forum: Forza General
Topic: Just had my 300 valdalized...
Replies: 18
Views: 2663

Re: Just had my 300 valdalized...

How about a better parking place? Anything secure around where you live? Out of sight is better. True. Everything at the apartment complex I'm at are open parking. Some apartments in upscale areas have separate garages but I can't afford those. I offered my apartment management to build my own cycl...
by mhdgraphics
Thu Jan 11, 2018 5:50 pm
Forum: Forza General
Topic: Rain riding
Replies: 92
Views: 14589

Re: Rain riding

What kind of tires do you like for rain riding?
by mhdgraphics
Thu Jan 11, 2018 5:42 pm
Forum: Forza General
Topic: Just had my 300 valdalized...
Replies: 18
Views: 2663

Re: Just had my 300 valdalized...

It appears at this point the ignition system held up and prevented a drive away.Nothing was stolen,and the final result was your Forza was vandalized .Replacing some plastic and a new ignition shouldn't be too bad.Depending on your deductible ..good luck.By the way,if you could see your bike from y...
by mhdgraphics
Thu Jan 11, 2018 3:32 am
Forum: Forza General
Topic: Just had my 300 valdalized...
Replies: 18
Views: 2663

Just had my 300 valdalized...

I'm feeling real sick right now. Some jerk(s) tried to steal my '14 Forza. About 9pm this evening I looked out my apartment window (as I usually do before bed) and saw my parking space empty (except for the rain cover on the floor). Got dressed and went outside. Got to the from of the apartment comp...
by mhdgraphics
Sat Oct 21, 2017 2:36 pm
Forum: Forza General
Topic: Bikerzbits
Replies: 12
Views: 1594

Re: Bikerzbits

Jge64 wrote:Ordered levers from them this morning, paid for Thailand air, which was $9. Shipping estimate Says less than 30 days. Will post here exactly when I get it.
Did you ever get them?
by mhdgraphics
Sat Oct 21, 2017 2:28 pm
Forum: Other Bikes
Topic: 2007 Honda Reflex Sport
Replies: 15
Views: 3628

Re: 2007 Honda Reflex Sport

I just recently purchased a 2007 Honda Reflex Sport 250c scooter and it runs great around town but when I do freeway driving it is under-powered. I was considering buying a used 2012 Honda Silver Wing which has a 600cc engine for more power, but I really like the size and versatility of the Reflex....
by mhdgraphics
Sat Oct 21, 2017 2:14 pm
Forum: Forza General
Topic: Action Photo
Replies: 27
Views: 2912

Re: Action Photo

ATGATT?
not so much...
by mhdgraphics
Sat Sep 09, 2017 11:56 pm
Forum: Forza Technical Help
Topic: a little rough or buzz at 4250-4400 rpm
Replies: 42
Views: 8590

Re: a little rough or buzz at 4250-4400 rpm

It might be the CVT belt- the long stretch between the pulleys might be going into oscillation...
by mhdgraphics
Sat Sep 09, 2017 1:05 pm
Forum: Forza General
Topic: Is Tire Balancing Really Necessary ???
Replies: 14
Views: 1751

Re: Is Tire Balancing Really Necessary ???

I bought some Dynabeads for my next tire change...
Has anyone used them?