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Post by wolfhound on Oct 2, 2012 4:47:33 GMT -6
Any one here had any experience with this scoot. It is 150 cc, 4 speed, manual shift scoot made in India and imported by Genuine Scooter Co. It is a rebadged Vespa model.
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Post by JR on Oct 2, 2012 20:52:09 GMT -6
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Post by wolfhound on Oct 3, 2012 5:16:15 GMT -6
It is made in India by a company that once made Vespas for Piaggio. They inherited the works when Piaggio left and
have been making these units ever since as I understand it by agreement from Piaggio. I have been doing a lot of
research on the Stella. It is a true 4 speed unit. It can also acept the Indian made Cozy side car that I have. Actually
it is almost a cult scoot as it is made to the original Vespa design, easily accesseed motor on one side and spare tire
on the other. Powered by a GY6 engine that puts out a little over 8 hp. There is a dealer in Marrietta, GA that I
bought my Cozy from who stocks them. Not quite ready to commit but strongly considering it.
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Post by wolfhound on Oct 3, 2012 5:24:58 GMT -6
Genuine is the importer. Some of their line is made in Taiwan. Having 3 Taiwan built rigs I feel that Taiwan makes good units. So far all my
research indicates that 90% of the postings are positive. 2 things that are attractive to me is the easy access to the engine and the 4 speed
tranny. Things that I dont like is the 10" wheels but I have ridden some rigs with that side wheel and they handle good for the most part.
And there is a noticable lack of storage space. You can get a chrome rear and front rack and strap stuff down but they are not cheap.
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Post by wolfhound on Oct 3, 2012 5:42:44 GMT -6
One last thing and then I will shut up!!! While I dont like the 10" wheels I do like the fact that they appear to be easy to remove and replace
the tires when worn. The spare also fits front or rear axles.
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Post by JR on Oct 3, 2012 7:02:16 GMT -6
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Post by wolfhound on Oct 3, 2012 7:44:30 GMT -6
Written in 2010 before they were coming in due to EPA problems. I have read that top speed is around 60 but can go all day at 55-60.
the 2012 and 2013 models are said to have a bit more power. MPG is betwen 90 & 100 mpg, not bad at all. For my purposes it would
be fast enough. My hack set up runs 50/55 and can hit 65 on a downhill grade. My D150 runs 55/64 and my modded D50 runs 45/50
under the right circumstances. I have read this article before and with a few exceptions seems to be what other writers think of it.
It is a bit pricy, $3700.00 this year and accessories are not cheap. But I do like the retro style and ease of getting to engine. If
I get one it will be next spring when my finances are a bit better. Thanks, JR, for investigating the machine.
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Post by JR on Oct 3, 2012 9:36:04 GMT -6
I think it's a fine machine and anyone who knows Genuine knows they stand behind their products.
I just don't think you can go wrong with the scooter myself.
JR
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Post by wolfhound on Oct 3, 2012 10:42:49 GMT -6
I agree but unless I hit the jack pot it will be spring.
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Post by madcollie on Oct 4, 2012 4:46:58 GMT -6
Hey Wolfie, they're a great bike even with that price tag. Quality like that doesn't come cheap.
I'm pulling for ya, come on Lotto!
M/C
BTW, if you do get it will you finally learn to post some pix???
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Post by wolfhound on Oct 4, 2012 5:35:14 GMT -6
MC, I am saving my pennies but it will be next Spring before I make the decision. I may have to sell off one of my other rides. Sold my Tomos this
past summer and may sell my hot rod TGB Del. 50. With a few slight 'adjustments' it can now hit 50 on the speedo, probably a true 45. I will keep
my R9i hack as the Stella accepts the Cozy if I want to go that route. As for pix, my wife will have to teach me and her time is quite limited due to
her job, her dog show judging, and collectable interests (Read that as FiestaWare). And my dislike of learning new tricks doesnt help.
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