Scooters
Not sure what forum to put this in, so I thought I would start here. Has anybody bought a 150 cc scooter made by Tao Tao? If so happy with or not?
Forum Discussion
Joe, I have been riding motorcycles and scooters for over 50 years. I currently own and ride a Chinese Linhai 300 (Yamaha clone). I would only recommend a Chinese made scooter to those who are mechanically inclined enough to handle any maintenance needs. Most established shops will not work on the Chinese brands due to parts availability and perceived quality issues. I have had several and I have had good service from mine as I do all of my own service. I would suggest you look at one of the major Japanese motorcycle brands for their offerings in the 150 size range. The quality, longevity, and performance are worth the extra cost. If you are interested in a used scooter check out Honda, Yamaha, Suzuki, and Vespa/Piaggo on craigslist and e-bay. I found my current Linhai (Yamaha) on Craig's list with only 24 miles for $1400. Best luck in your such. And don't let the naysayers sway you. Scooters are fun, safe, and economical when ridden responsibly.
