I second Jimmys advice.
Genuine Buddy and kymco also make quality built scooters. You can generally find great deals on lightly used ones.
> Jimmy Cincinnati Wrote:
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> I like Hobbits, they are great bikes and can be reliable. there is just
> 1 main reason I would advise against it for a long haul bike and that is
> the carb placement. if you needed to clean the carb or jet it, it's
> quite involved getting to the carb.
>
> I really think you could find a decent Japanese scooter that would serve
> you well. it would give you better take off and top speed compared to a
> cdi, likely better storage space, and would have a CDI igniton thus
> eliminating the need to clean / adjust points. I'd consider like a zuma,
> razz, aero, elite, etc... just my advice. if riding over wrenching is
> your goal stay away from true mopeds and stick with a Japanese scooter. (edited)