Mopeds

[rcnixon]

My daughter and I call the "DUI's" but I like the liquorcycles comment a lot!

Russ

 

[BLACKHAWKNJ]

They were very popular with the more affluent kids here in NJ in the 1980s-no license needed, etc, but then the insurance companies said they would not pay for any injuries incurred while operating one, so they quickly went out of fashion. Haven't seen one in years.

 

[Bert Man]

Best I recall, my Eagle was about 8 hp but they came in a 5 hp as well. Mine had the cushioned buddy seat and leather saddlebags and started really great if you jumped hard enough on the kick start. Longest one way trip I made with it was 40 miles Most trips were within 5 miles of home. I suppose I would still own it had it not been for a left turning Buick Electra 225. Have you ever seen the exhaust system on one of those Buicks while still half way on a hot Eagle?

No, but got up close and personal the rear winshield of a Chevy when I rearended my science teacher on the way to school one morning. No damage to me or either vehicle except a very shallow dent in the Eagle's front fender. Didn't help my grade much though.

 

[BillBingham2]

...... they keep scratching the paint on the hood of the car as they bounce off it

Go faster, they eject quicker and higher that way. While your mileage may vary, the fun is rated Seven Flags......more flags more fun!!!

B2

 

[BillBingham2]

On a more serious note I really like the idea of every one having to do six months on one before a car. Might teach people how to drive further ahead. Not to mention some respect.

B2