tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-79848471976288252652024-10-04T10:04:25.658-06:00What's happening with scooters in the state of Colorado. Events, Colorado scooter laws, regulations, theft reports, scooter clubs, and scooter shops.colorado skibike goes skibikinghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02975838261651641147noreply@blogger.comBlogger27125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7984847197628825265.post-36486514172139518932012-06-15T19:37:00.001-06:002012-06-15T19:37:07.305-06:00

Many people are under the impression that scooters under a certain cc do not require a drivers license in Colorado.  This is especially true for those who have had their drivers license revoked due to a DUI.  Underage kids are in for heartbreak too. Under Colorado law, all scooters require the operator to have a drivers license.  There is no engine cc size that does not require a

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The Colorado DMV doesn't approve just any scooter brand for title, registration and plates.  They have to be on the official DMV approved list.  If your new scooter isn't on the list, you're going to cry a river. Colorado and the USA has been flooded with mainland chinese scooters the past five years.  Many did not meet Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) or the United States

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While it may seem like a great deal at the time, don't even consider buying a scooter in Colorado without a legal title that can be signed over to the buyer.  Get a legal Bill of Sale at the same time too.  Without these legal documents, you may never be able to register your scooter. In the state of Colorado, there are specific responsibilities put on the Buyers and Sellers of motor

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There are quite a few scooter clubs and groups in the Denver, Colorado Metro area.  Some are very informal and go out on scooter rides together.  Other scooter clubs emulate motorcycle clubs and go through the full sponsorship method of recruiting new members. Clubs can be based on engine size, manufacturer, manual or automatic, model of scooter, gender, scooter shop affiliation, or

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Locking your scooter up to something solid is pretty important in the Denver Metro Area.  If you don't lock it up, the scooter could be stolen fairly quickly.  As one unsecured scooter owner found out at her Denver home - stolen in 30 seconds. Armored cables are locking cables with reinforced steel cable.  They come in a variety of lengths and diameter sizes.  They offer a

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Registration is currently open for the 2012 Colorado Chaos Scooter Rally.  Registration is limited to the first 100 registrations. This year's rally theme is "gone to the dogs".  It is a fundraiser for Freedom Service Dogs of America.  Events for the rally start on Friday June 8, 2012 and wrap up on Sunday June 10.  Activities include a Friday night social, Saturday

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Kind of a strange question I came across.  Can you legally ride double up on a scooter in Colorado? That really depends upon your scooter and your driver's license. If your scooter is built for two people, knock yourself out.  The more the merrier on a scooter ride.  Be aware of the scooters handling characteristics for riding two-up. Those who are 18 and under may be restricted

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The best scooter engine oil for your scooter is one that meets all the specifications listed by the scooter manufacturer for your scooter model.  Not all scooter oil is the same or works for all engine types. Scooters come with either 2 stroke or 4 stroke engines.  Four stroke engine parts are lubricated by oil contained within the engine - sorta like a car engine.  They use a oil

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Being seen by inattentive car drivers is the biggest challenge to scooter riders.  People will be staring right at you and just turn or pull out right in front of you.   Yeah, you have the high beam highlight on but they still don't see it and you end up slamming into the car. The best visibility solution to be seen by car operators while driving your scooter?  Wear a

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I still see car drivers get angry when they see a scooter without license plates.  The local cops used to be the same way until they learned the rules and regulations governing low-power scooters, mopeds, and motorcycle scooters. Scooters registered in the state of Colorado may or may not be required to have license plates depending upon the engine cc size. If the scooter has an an "

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High gasoline prices have people looking at scooters again.  Before jumping on the bandwagon, are you really knowledgeable about scooters, scooter maintenance, and scooter repair? Before buying a scooter, ask questions about the scooter, the seller, the dealer, and the local scooter repair shops. Where is the scooter made?  If it's in Taiwan, Japan, India, or Italy, it's probably a

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Scooterists should check their fuel line annually for leaks and cracks.  Ethanol fuel blends, heat, cold, and age all take their toll on it. One of the dead giveaways that fuel lines need replacing are pools of gas on the garage floor or parking lot.   Seeing dripping gas is another.  If that hits a hot exhaust pipe, well that just isn't good. Sometimes aging scooter fuel

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So when was the last time you checked your belt and rollers?  If you're not mechanically inclined the answer is probably never. Check your scooters owners manual for recommended belt mileage change and then look at your odometer.  If you've had your scooter a few years and have ridden it daily - it's probably time to get it changed.  If you have a mainland chinese scooter with

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The clueless bozo's are advertising their scooters on Craigslist in Colorado again. The current crop includes: http://boulder.craigslist.org/mcy/2936539276.html  - this ding dong says "Registration, license or insurance is not required."   That's false advertising lady.   All three are required by Colorado state law. http://boulder.craigslist.org/mcy/2914704692.html&

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This question comes up alot.  Mainly from potential or novice riders. First off - there is no such thing as a motorcycle license in the state of Colorado.  There are drivers licenses and motorcycle endorsements that go onto the drivers license. A 50cc scooter, 49 cc scooter, mopeds, and electric scooters are considered low power scooters in the state of Colorado.  One needs a

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I'm just as guilty as anyone for not regularly monitoring the tire pressure in my scooter tires.  There's a price to be paid for doing that - an expensive one at that. Scooters run optimally with the proper tire pressure,  They get better gas mileage, have better handling, accelerate better, and give a more comfortable ride. There's another expensive cost for not maintaining the

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Since the Colorado 50cc scooter insurance law changed a few years ago this question comes up - alot. YES! And double YES!!!!!!!  All motorscooters that plan on traveling on public streets now need liability insurance in the state of Colorado.  That includes low-power scooters aka mopeds, 49 cc scooters, 50 cc scooters, electric scooters, etc. You'll need to bring proof of insurance

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Cheap gas prices the past few years resulted in a drop of motorscooter sales in Colorado.  With the recent rapid rise in prices locally and nationally, that's sure to change in 2012. Those in the market for a new or used scooter in Colorado will find a host of inaccurate information out there.  Cagers are happy to repeat this information to you. Before purchasing a scooter, become

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We are all busy with life and forget about things. One thing you should shouldn't forget about is renewing your low power scooter registration in Colorado. Can you get a traffic ticket for not renewing your low power scooter registration? Five years ago I doubt the cops would have cared. Scooters were still under the radar then. Today, I'd say it depends upon the cop, what you were doing

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I don't know why but people still ask if you need a drivers license to operate a scooter including 49cc scooters in the state of Colorado.The answer is most definitely - YES. Has been for the past 30 years. If it's a motorized vehicle that wants to operate on a public Colorado roadway - you need a drivers license - period! If you have a scooter that is above 50cc, you'll need a motorcycle

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On Tuesday June 28, 2010, Denver area scooterists can watch an advanced screening of the new Tom Hanks/Julia Roberts movie for free if you ride your scooter to the movie screening. Larry Crowne features scooters and a 'scooter gang' so Universal Studios is treating scooter riders to this special screening to generate some buzz. Adam at Sportique Scooters is organizing the scooter ride from

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It appears a scooter thief in Florida picked the wrong scooter to steal. With a Facebook account and a bevy of Facebook friends, she got her scooter back. The entire story can be read at The Orlando Sentinel. The story demonstrates how social networking is effective in a major metropolitan area. It does help if one has pictures of the scooter to post and the VIN number. Facebook helps ladies

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With scooters, one either pays for a quality scooter upfront or pays for repair on the back end with a cheap mainland chinese scooter. Those with cheap chinese scooters have three options. Repair it yourself, pay someone to repair it, or sell it to some unsuspecting soul. Quality scooter repair isn't cheap and neither are the scooter parts. The lost time in using the scooter defeats the

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Some of the current Denver and Boulder Craigslist scooter advertisements look like slow motion disasters waiting to happen. A number of private Colorado scooter sellers are claiming that 50cc and under scooters don't require a drivers license. WRONG! Anyone who plans on driving any scooter on a Colorado public roadway needs a drivers license and liability insurance. A 50cc scooter operator in

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If you see this scooter, it's stolen. Call the cops. Details: From Sportique Scooters in Denver This scooter was stolen near Mississippi & Dayton - in the Legend Oaks apartment complex. It's a 1977 Vespa TS 125, Black with Silver side cowls. It has a white Mutiny Artist banner painted above the tail light. It has MHM magnets on the glove box. Sportique is offering a $200 reward for any

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