Why is my scooter shutting off?
The engine dying when you stop is also symptom of a clogged idle jet. The main jet closes as you let off the throttle and there is not enough fuel coming through the idle jet to keep it running. Pull the carburetor and clean it properly.
Can you ride a 125cc scooter on a motorway?
Yes it can but it, whether you can ride it on a motorway, depends on your licence. If you have a CBT, this is not a motorcycle licence and so you’re not allowed on the motorway. However if you have a full motorbike licence, you can ride a 125cc scooter or motorbike on the motorway. Do I need a CBT for a 125cc scooter? Yes you do.
What to do if your motor scooter won’t run?
You need to check that it too has a little 0.004 clearance to ensure your scooter is running to its optimal performance level. This video by Rouse Garage will show you the process on a 50cc scooter with a common engine layout, you may find your scooter has a slightly different layout.
Which is the best 125cc scooter for women?
Born for the city, NMAX 125 features a low seat height, making it ideal for female riders. It stands out thanks to the edgy, modern look but it conceals a super-smooth and user-friendly scooter.
How much does insurance cost for a 125cc scooter?
A typical insurance premium for a 19-year old on a 125cc scooter is around £600 per year. For a 30-year old, new to riding, it’ll be around £300. Once you get a couple of years of experience, you’ll be getting quotes over under £200 to insure a scooter for a year.
Yes it can but it, whether you can ride it on a motorway, depends on your licence. If you have a CBT, this is not a motorcycle licence and so you’re not allowed on the motorway. However if you have a full motorbike licence, you can ride a 125cc scooter or motorbike on the motorway. Do I need a CBT for a 125cc scooter? Yes you do.
Is the Yamaha Riva 125 motor scooter dangerous?
Doing so is highly dangerous because you can lose control mid-corner if the side stand makes contact and takes the weight off the wheels. With the Riva 125, Yamaha took a shortcut to save a few pennies and omitted a fuel filter. This was a bad call by Yamaha, but they’re not the only brand that’s done this.
What to do if your scooter won’t turn over?
Check your owner’s manual to make sure that you are doing all you need to to complete the electrical circuit which enables it to start. If the scooter doesn’t turn over when you’ve done all the required operations, there’s an electrical problem with the battery. Make sure the battery is charged. If it is, make sure the fuse hasn’t blown.
What to do if your motor scooter won’t idle?
If you find the intake valve is too loose, twist it by hand in a clockwise direction until you reach the desired clearance level. Once you are happy you can just about slide a .004 feeler gauge behind your intake valve then you can re-tighten the intake valve nut and reassemble the intake valve cover and the rest of your scooter.