I've had one for 4 or 5 months now, have used it as my daily commuter since.. rode it through a couple snow storms early on, definitely a little sketchy.. Its a 2011 that came in new condition with 450km, also ended up with one of the 63cc ones. I let it sit for a month at one point and had to replace the carb after. its up to about 2000km now and has been reliable aside from the time I let it sit.. I just got around to changing the factory oil yesterday lol, Ive kept an eye in it since I got it and it never really looked that bad.

@@jseden All my carbs that have been sitting became useless, rusted out, especially the accelerator pump. Yes, weak spot.

Savage with the NY winters!

Bikes And Outdoors are you in NYC?

I have been driving basicly in winter in Finland because bicycling in winter is too hard to drive about 15 mile trips. With good tires and warm clothes and boots, it is near comfortable most of trips. Snow and ice not are big issue. Some troubles in scooter was electrical and belt issues. I carried tools and parts with in every trips for those troubles. In twelve year period I needed repair it on the road 6 times. Engine swap three times in twelve year. Best engine was with 69 mm valves. It was reliable and have more power than regular engine.

LOL it does work.

sounds like he is lacking "vacuum"

Still running good?

@@roscoeelcocko1863 i have 10000 on it now

@@jamieturnage4574 Thats good to hear. I think ill get one. Thank you for the quick reply.

5,000 isn't even close it's not even high mileage

Yea....but how much of that was due to climate? not like Hawaii is kind to cheap toys lol

bobtheunplayer I am out of state currently, just google Stansport saddle bags. On Stansport website they are $26

Nathan Dalke I am the same guy that has the black scooter too (older video) Not these scooters read in kilometers not miles. I drive it clear across San Antonio sometimes and this is my main means of transportation. I use it to make deliveries and really rack up the miles on it.

I'm that other guy. Just not having a car and needing a daily commuter, that's how KM get on. Remember, the odometer reads KILOMETERS, so in miles I have just above 7,500 miles. I also have a Honda Rebel (1987) and from now on the mileage is divided between those two bikes. Bad weather - I take the scooter (hail, snow storm, flood...)

I'm considering taking mine to Oklahoma from southern Louisiana can the Tao quantum be used on a 700 mile trip...the longest I've gone on it is Louisiana (Slidell) to Biloxi Mississippi (100 miles round trip) there's only 650km on mine and I would change the oil before going to Oklahoma

how many km on it? would definitely recommend an oil change.. standard 10w-30 or 40 is fine. dont let it sit for too long. I let mine do so for a month or two and had to replace the carb after

James Eden Damn bro, I bought my scooter in Mid-May and had it sitting for about a month or two... put about 10 miles on it and it started shutting off on me... when idle it would lose power and shut off on me. Could this be what you’re talking about? The carburetor?

FiftyTwoThirtyHoops dirty car could cause this.. might be a pilot jet issue. These have a very small (~.3mm) hole that gets gunked up easily. Some of the stock carbs are sealed at the factory to prevent access, in which case I'd just get a new one anyway.. if you can remove the bowl (bottom portion held on by three screws) then id just do that and clean the Jets. Search KZfaq for "kei hin gy6 carb" to find a good video on them. Since my earlier post, I've cleaned and switched back to the carb that came on the bike (was a higher quality aftermarket one) the replacement I bought was a generic one that I now just use as a parts doner... Recently had to take the float from it as my other one flooded causing inconsistent fuel delivery. You'll figure it out! These things are surprisingly easy to work on and parts are very inexpensive. There is also tons of info out there. A month ago, mine overheated causing the Piston to disintegrate.. I was able to do a full rebuild for $70 over a weekend. Have put another 1000km on it since! Good luck.

I’m not sure about it’s size. But to be completely honest with you I wouldn’t even bother fixing the Kickstarter because they are known to be shit. I’ve had about 5ish Tao Tao scooters over the last decade and none of them had a working kick starter.

@@jasontevepaugh Where do you buy them at?

@@meowstre The scooters?

@@jasontevepaugh yes

@@meowstre basically I checked Facebook Marketplace and looked around for cheap Chinese scooters now keep in mind that these Chinese scooters are nowhere near as good as the name brand Hondas but will work if you're willing to take care of it and keep in mind that the scooters generally can be found cheap online or by asking people due to the fact that there are known to be notorious for failing and people want them gone for cheap now if you purchase one it will be a constant project but it's cheap and fun good luck

Should bud I own one and use ride a girl on the back easily 350-400 pound and it still carry me and her. It maybe go real slow but it carry u

Yes as stated you need to be prepared and knowledgeable in scooter repairs

@@stephenashworth1951 lol I'm not, but I know a lil bit about fixing cellphones. I bought two Moto Mojos or.. Viaggio RX50... well... they have the 1E40QMB Engine, Lol, still don't know what they are... I got them as is and they were not running. I got one almost ready for the road. I spent so much time learning how to work on them and actual time trying to fix them to be road worthy.. that I've kinda fallen in love with them. Its a commitment. Lol

@@stephenashworth1951 12,500 miles... that is a goal to shoot for. By the way mine were from 2005 and they only have 1,500 lol 😆

Italo Fortier Texas requires no license. Not sure about Oregon. I ride in the rain, but very, very carefully

My stock 2020 TaoTao Pony gets up to 50mph on flat ground no wind. I'll still get 40-45 with a little bit of headwind.

SpaceFighter TZZ yes, the odometer reads in kilometers

Yeah I have had several low beam bulbs go out. I now use Phillips S-2 bulb and it has lasted for thousands of miles

Midnai Midna Yes, they break often, I have even tried Kevlar belts.

jason morgan sold it with 23,000 kilometers on it, I am currently Walking Across America

@@stephenashworth1951 well if your ever in polk county FL lmk i wanna learn how to fix mine

It depends on the state

Have Van Must Travel in NY you have to tag and insure, but no bike license required since it is 50cc. You can use your regular car license

Brian No, I bought both my scooters from 360 powersports in Texas

No drivers license needed in Texas for a 50cc, just insurance and registration

sp33d3r1 Also, it can be hard to get insurance for a 50cc without a license even though you do not need one. Best to to do title, registration, and insurance in someone’s name with a drivers license.

I have a Class A CDL with a motorcycle endorsement, so I'd do it all under my name. I was just wondering for my wife, something she could cruise around the neighborhood on. I appreciate the information!

@@sp33d3r1 As long as she has a drivers license, she will be all set driving a 50cc scooter. That's all she needs for a 50cc scooter.

@@neilouellette3004 Most states do require a license for 50cc or less.

Brian Rockwell Hey Brian, I sold it recently with 23,000 something kilometers on it, but it was still going strong!!

Yes I do. Considering someone took the time to assemble it from the shipping crate. Chinese scooters read in kilometers not miles do you actually have only 372 miles.

It is ES5LBS ?

It’s a Tao Tao 50

I bought it at Walmart it’s one size bigger than the regular size scooter battery

It is better to stick with a 50cc if you don’t have a license. I find my 80cc big bore kit on my 50cc gives me a top speed of 45 mph. Personally, I have yet to be pulled over by the cops after over 2 years of daily commuting on mine. Unless you are land splitting or just driving crazy, you basically have “Invisible Powers” to the Police.

@@stephenashworth1951 cool thanks for responding and how much did you pay for your bike and what website

Sean A I bought 2 scooters from 360powersports.com. I bought them from a dealer in my state because they handled the tax, title, and registration for me. One for about $800 tt&l, and the second for $904 tt&l.

@@stephenashworth1951 thanks i want the one that looks like the motorcycle the tap tao racer 50. Just really dont want to have people see me drive a moped cause where i live thats a dead giveaway that you got a dui so just trying to avoid the humiliation

Texas requires a license plate.

That sucks big time Cody, hate to hear that yours running. I sold mine over a ago

yes I think about it everyday. especially during the summertime. nothin beats scooting. I might have to wake her up this year

How do you bypass the governor?

AgentBubbles I change my every 1000 miles and I always use synthetic oil

@@stephenashworth1951 what type of gear oil gl4 or gl5 my scoot says gl4 very hard to find locally

Brian McK I live in Texas

Depends on the state. In SOuth Carolina, you have to get them registered now but no insurance required. Some states you don't, some states will require insurance on top of tags.

When left outside in a heavy thunderstorm, mine can be a little hard to start sometimes

@@stephenashworth1951 okay so light rain is fine?

It's better to cover it if you plan to leave it outside the wiring and ground leads tend to oxidize and create electrical problems.