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HonoluluAdvertiser – Bikers, ‘scooterists’ wheel in for rallies

8. November 2005

…Vespa rider Shawn Murphy said “one hallmark about scooter riders is that they’re pretty much accepting of anyone – punkers, heavy-metal types, skinheads, mods and even normal people.” And veteran cyclist Michele Opiteck, sales manager at Cycle City – which happens to sell Vespas as well as Harleys – says she’s equally at ease with […]

More And More People Are Turning To Scooters, Mopeds And Motorcycles As A Transportation Alternative

8. November 2005

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Display Story: “For 40 years, Bud Horner has sold motorcycles and scooters, and with the recent increase of prices at the gas pump, he says he’s seen a significant increase in people’s interest as well. ‘People are looking for a less expensive way to get to work or school and a moped or a motorcycle […]

Cardo Scala Rider Bluetooth helmet headset review is in.

3. November 2005

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Here’s the first review I’ve seen on this little baby. Not bad, a seven outta ten.Some of the good things were:-Audio quality was clear and very loud. Even with loud engine and wind noise, we could hear our callers plainly. -Callers could hear us clearly. -Battery life is solid with 6 days of standby time […]

OMG! I think I’m in love (again)

3. November 2005

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(The cast aluminum Rumi Formichino Sport…. Sexy!) This is a rare little item. Max is proud of his. Here’s what he says about it: 1958 Rumi Formichino Sport. 125cc two-cylinder, two-stroke with a 22 mm Dell’Orto carburetor. ~8hp, ~70 mph top speed. Quite a little screamer, especially given that Formichino means, simply, “Little Ant.” Moto […]