Katman's list usefull sites for scooter & MC owners.

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Accessory Sites for BR & Ruckus and all brands:
(Some sites have been recommended from
members of this forum. When additional sites
are found, I will update this list.
PM me with any suggestions and comments
on products or companies who sell them.)

A really good list of definitions for all sorts of information on
motorcycling can be found at the following site:
http://motorcycleinfo.calsci.com/

A HOW TO DO REPAIRS:
http://www.dansmc.com/MC_repaircourse.htm

http://www.atvsolutions.com/
Carriers, racks, covers for MCs, Scooters & ATVs
Mention your Total Ruckus Member ID and he'll
take care of you. He is listed as, Ruckimike on
Totalruckus.com (that's where you are now)


http://battlescooter.com/
(note: very fast shipping w/ priority mail: included in price of item
delivers on Saturday; a bit slow on replying to initial email;
but, great service once answered) (try this email address:
sales@battlescooter.com for inquiries, let me know if it works)

http://andrewscycles.com/

http://www.ebay.com

http://www.k3.dion.ne.jp/~motoease/ps250_shop.html

https://ssl.perfora.net/www.battlescooterstore.com/sess/utn;jsessionid=15433d43eb4cc02/shopdata/index.shopscript

http://www.honda.co.jp/ACCESS/motorcycles/PS250/index.html#top

http://www.bikehps.com/ProductFiles/OhlinsShocks.html

http://traxms.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=CTGY&Category_Code=ATV_Products_Accessories_SportingGoods

http://www.jpcycles.com/productgroup.aspx?GID=6CF0394B-EBD7-47FB-99CE-FFBE57AB1315

http://www.mooneyesusa.com/Store/index.php?cPath=207&osCsid=81ff9ece277d5681ab270a8ee3735136

http://www.scootertrap.com/
Carries stuff for many brands of scooters.

www.mrcycles.com
Carries parts, micro-fiche for the BR. (You can also get the
manuals and parts catalog from Helms Inc see listing below)

http://www.parts-unlimited.com/catalogs.html

http://www.m-style.co.jp/ar/ps250-1.html

http://www.southurst.com/southtek/
Can order items from Japanese suppliers. Good to
deal with in this one man operation. Worth contacting
for your parts and accessories. Have dealt with him, myself
and recommend him. Katman
Update, 23 Aug. 2007
Jon, is now going to be able to devote more time to his
operation.
Sanjuro, has provided his order form link:
http://www.southurst.com/southtek/

http://www.scootertrap.com
Good price on the K&N Air filter for the Big Ruckus.

http://www.importationsthibault.com/2007/accueil.php?langue=en
Out of Canada. Mentioned on our site.

Alarm Systems:

http://www.audiovox.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?catalogId=10001&storeId=10001&productId=1739755&langId=-1
available at Autozone auto parts stores; might be discontinued
soon; check for availability at their stores (ask for it at counter).
In, Aug. '07 cost is about $39


Audio Gear:

http://www.scubasteve.biz/store/manufacturers/polyplanar/polyplanarspeakers.htm
Carry marine grade audio gear; motorcycle and scooters best choice.
Air filters:

http://www.knfilters.com/filtercharger.htm

K&N air filter forHonda PS-250 BIG RUCKUS.
http://www.knfilters.com/search/product.aspx?Prod=HA-2500-1
Has a list of local dealers (autoparts stores, etc., through which
you can order the filter, or go through the website. Suggest
checking on s&h fee either way. Price on site is $51.50 +s&h.

http://www.scootertrap.com
K&N air filter for the, Big Ruckus. $50 shipped.

Alternator & stator rewinders (sites found by, TR member, BRed)

http://www.trailtech.net/stator.htm

http://www.customrewind.com/

http://www.dropbears.com/r/rewinds/
(these guys are in Australia but they will rewind ANY stator!)

And if you're an adventurous DIY sort of guy, check this out!
http://www.planetklx.com/techtips/stator.shtml



BAGS, Hard shell and soft saddlebags & tail trunks and paks.

http://www.giviusa.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=show_page&page_id=3

http://store.mm411.com/catalog/index.cfm?fuseaction=catalog&parent_id=205
Security systems for storing gear



Batteries, chargers etc. power distribution:


http://www.yuasabatteries.com/search.asp

http://motorcyclebatteriesusa.com/

http://www.batterystore.com/Odyssey/OdysseyProducts.htm

http://www.parts-unlimited.com/catalogs.html

http://www.batterytender.com/
Carries extra wiring harness for your battery at
this link:
http://batterytender.com/product_info.php?products_id=39

http://www.westmarine.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/categoryg/10001/-1/10001/12106/544/9/man/asc/0/grid

http://www.westmarine.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/categoryg/10001/-1/10001/753/118/9/man/asc/0/grid

Bike rentals:


http://www.azride.com/MotorcycleRental.html
Can rent, BMW bikes in Arizona. Good way to ride
a BMW without the expense of ownership.


http://www.bourgetsarizona.com/RentalsBMW.htm
Can rent, BMW bikes in Arizona. Good way to ride
a BMW without the expense of ownership.

Biker Organizations, rider e-mail mailing lists, etc.

Village Idiots Motorcycle Club: Mainly BMW and Harley riders; BUT

Turning into a Potically Correct organization, Katman
no longer recommends them. Elitist snobs have
taken control of the site.



Bolts, nuts, washers, METRIC STAINLESS:

http://www.boltdepot.com/product.aspx?cc=18&cs=23&cm=19&cd=1260


http://www.boltmotorcyclehardware.com/index.php?cPath=27
(has the small plastic push pins for body panels of
the Big Ruckus, cheaper than dealer)

Boots, riding gear, etc.:
http://www.cruiserworks.com/products.cfm#ladylace

Bulbs
see lighting


Butt pads / seat cover:

http://www.alaskaleather.com/sheepskinbuttpads.html

Buying Big Ruckus or Lil Ruckus; new or used

http://www.bikebros.co.jp/A1401.doit?bikeFlg=2&typeid=459.00
Site is located in Japan; shows models not available in US;
ie. 2007 BR

Check dealers; Craigslist; eBay and www.totalruckus.com for
scooters to.


Cables, equipment for making your own.

http://www.wiringproducts.com/?gclid=CKbutov7zYoCFQzDSgodwAm3cA


Camera Bag suggestions:

http://medfmt.8k.com/mf/bags.html
(note: Great ideas for storing, carrying cameras, etc.)


Camera, GPS, and video cameras & handlebar mounts:
see also electronics heading below.

http://www2.oregonscientific.com/shop/product.asp?cid=6&scid=14&pid=560
awesome camera mounts on motorcycles and scooters.

http://www.ram-mount.com/camera_mount/camera_mounts.htm

http://www.gpscentral.ca/accessories/ramaccessories.htm
(carries stainless steel handlebar mounting kits for gps & cameras)

http://www.twowheelradio.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=CTGY&Category_Code=otherproducts

http://www.pashnit.com/more/cameramount.htm
(For motorcycles, some neat helmet mt'd. cameras and video
camera mounts.)

http://www.cammount.com/index.htm
and from the same folks: http://www.cammount.com/faq.htm
FAQs for the various mounts from cammount, of interest to Big
Ruckus Owners can mount to 1-1/2" tubing that is the main frame of
the BR.

Campgrounds for 2 wheelers

http://www.twowheelsonly.com/
In Georgia caters to 2 wheelers

http://www.blueridgemotorcyclecamp.com/
Located in, North Carolina some high elevations around
might want a larger engine and research high altitude
settings before hand. Some areas are above 6,000 ft.



Camping gear, tents etc.

http://www.actiongear.com/cgi-bin/tame.exe/agcatalog/index.tam
Brigade Quartermaster's site. They have some military & tactical
gear that is very durable and is useful for camping and scooter life.
Carry first aid kits, map cases, tool belts, luminous 'cat eye
tape, army "90mph" tape, etc.

http://www.cheaperthandirt.com/?
Carries a lot of useful riding, camping gear.

Carb adjusting
http://www.factorypro.com/tech_tuning_procedures/tuning_carbtune,CV,lower_rpm_engines.html
site provided by BRed from totalruckus.com

Carrier, for hauling scooters:

http://www.tilt-a-rack.net/motor_cycle.htm


Cell phone by Brand Name
Nokia
General info: www.nokia.com
Insturctions: www.nokiahowto.com

Cell phone loss
Reporting loss due to theft or just missing:
http://blogcritics.org/archives/2006/08/24/221016.php

Cell Phone Service
Need some good advice on best service and prices. PM me (katman) so
I can post info.

Cricket has expanded areas of coverage. Intercity use is now available
for $5 extra a month. You can take your Cricket to many cities,
now.

T-mobile: gets a, D- for their variable pricing tactic and rounding off
minutes for which the customer has PREPAID.
My experience w/ prepay t-mobile was disappointing. They
change WITHOUT NOTICE, the cost of the minutes AFTER you
buy $100 worth of minutes for 10 cents a minute to qualify
under their "Golden Rewards" (whose to say, Golden
SHOWER might be a better name for the program) applies..
You have to keep buying $50 or more to keep the rate. If
you purchase lower amounts you pay, 15 cents per minute.
They DON'T publish this on any of their receipts or
advertisements.
IF you page someone, it costs a minute; even though, the call
might take 30 seconds. Kind of reaching into your pocket and
turning over the contents.
T-mobile gets a D-; especially for
Not sharing consumer information with the customer, rate
change tactic, and rounding off minutes.

CDs, recommended music from Katman's collection of KRAZIES

http://www.indie911.com/folk-uke

Clothing, electric and cold weather
http://cozywinters.com/heated-clothing/

Clothing sacks:

http://www.helen2wheels.com/products/sacks_clothes.html


Communication gear: see Cell Phones above, also.

http://www.myforum4free.com/alanuk/index.php?mforum=alanuk
This site uses the same format as Totalruckus.com, so it's easy
for us. They are the manufacturer of bluetooth headsets for
helmets. UK based, though. Products are available in the US.


Computer TECHIE help:

Instructions how to set up keyboard for international use;
(degree symbols °), etc:

http://www.cs.umu.se/~hegner/Misc/Windowskb/windows_all.html



Consumer Affairs:
Phone numbers for filing disputes over warranty issues. List will be expanded as members contribute information for various regions for updates.
State Attorney General's Bureau of Consumer Affairs ( In, Western Pennsylvania) 412-565-5135


Cord closer sacks for chairs, tents, etc.:

http://www.helen2wheels.com/products/sacks_cordclose.html


Covers for MCs & Scooters:

http://www.cycleshelter.com/


Currency conversion:

http://money.cnn.com/data/currencies/
This site was suggest by TR member, Sanjuro. Thanks for
input.


http://www.Google.com
(Note: to use converter, in search block:
type in foreign currency value and currency name [i.e, YEN]
(?) and the desired value in local currency [i.e.,US Dollar] )

http://www.x-rates.com/calculator.html


CURRENT EVENTS
http://www.globalincidentmap.com/home.php

Customer service hotline:

Honda (toll free) 1-866-784-1870

Dealers:
http://www.bmwpgh.com/map_hours.asp
Dealing in mainly European MCs & Scooters in Western Pa near
I-76& I-79 on US Rt. 19 south of this crossroads.

Diesel Motorcycles:
http://www.dieselmotorcycles.com/
Producers of the current military issue, KLR-650 Diesel, an
awesome motorcycle.


Distance calculator

http://www.geobytes.com/CityDistanceTool.htm
Need to plan a trip? This works to find how far you have to
travel.

GPS etc. mounts (see camera mounts listings above, also):

http://www.twowheelradio.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=CTGY&Category_Code=otherproducts

http://www.ram-mount.com/camera_mount/camera_mounts.htm

http://www.gpscentral.ca/accessories/ramaccessories.htm
(carries stainless steel handlebar mounting kits for gps & cameras)

http://www.jcwhitney.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/Product?storeId=10101&Pr=p_Product.CATENTRY_ID%3A2010018&productId=2010018&catalogId=10111

http://www.pashnit.com/more/cameramount.htm

National Weather Service Map
http://radar.weather.gov/radar.php?rid=pbz&product=N0R&overlay=11101111&loop=no
Find your start location and single click that location; then
find destination on map, BUT DON'T it. Just leave arrow over
destination and read chart below. Will show air miles.
I used, Pittsburgh as an example on how to do the procedure.


Electrical components (Relay sockets, H4 sockets, H4 couplers, terminals,
etc.)
http://www.delcity.net/delcity/servlet/catalog?parentid=8776&page=1
good prices on relays, (has them with diodes on the coil), fueses, and wiring harness items.

https://www.expeditionexchange.com/hella/
Carries lots of Hella items; paticularily interesting is a relay
box that holds 4 relays. Can make a neat install of electric
system modifications.

http://www.rallylights.com/hella/hella.asp
Also carries other brands; check them by going to
the home page of this site.

Electronic parts and accessories:

http://www.goldmine-elec.com/

http://www.delcity.net/delcity/servlet/catalog?parentid=8776&page=1
Lots of intersting cables with multi connector plugs, etc

Electronic Devices; audio-visual, computers, etc.

http://www.jr.com/
NYC store, advertises in NY TIMES; good prices and
low shipping charges when compared to others. Have
bought big ticket items from them and their prices were
among the best.


Electrical wiring harness:
http://www.delcity.net/delcity/servlet/catalog?parentid=8776&page=1
convenient way to power and control auxillary
items like lights and audio components.




Extractor set (for broken bolts, screws, etc.)
see Tools section, below.



Fabricating materials:

http://www.aircraftspruce.com/catalog/
mepages/4130tubing_un1.php
Suppliers of tubing, Chrome-moly great strength
tubing, etc.






Fraud , reporting of:
Mail or Internet Fraud hotline with the Postal Police (their jurisdiction)
toll free call to get a form: 800-372-8347

OR: website link for form:
http://postalinspectors.uspis.gov/forms/MailFraudComplaint.aspx


Gear, Riding (jackets, pants, gloves, etc.) [see helmets in seperate
listing]:
http://www.newenough.com/ladies_firstgear_meshtex2_pants_page.htm some of us skinny guys might have to go this route to get
sizing right. (Please, no PINK if you do)

http://www.cruiserworks.com/products.cfm#ladylace

http://store.mm411.com/catalog/index.cfm?fuseaction=catalog&parent_id=205
Security for you gear

http://cozywinters.com/shop/wg-mhlg.html
Electric glove, etc. Suggest buying a thermostat (can get dual model)
Use the following coupon code for an additional 10% off:
BMWMc-MVTNN9


Hand grips:
http://grip-tek.com/SearchResult.aspx?CategoryID=7
These aren't designed to last forever; but, cheap enough
to get a few pairs. On my BMW list they state they get
about 2500 miles out of them. Might find leather covers
for them to make them last, and look MACHO!!!

Heated grips:

Totalruckus member, Southtek can order them from Honda
in Japan. Good to work with have ordered items from him
and recommend him, highly.
http://www.southurst.com/southtek/

BRed from totalruckus has tried these aftermarket heated grips
and had good results:
http://www.dual-star.com/index2/Rider/heated_grip_kit1.htm




Helmets, and alterations to fit mics & speakers, including a site that
provides US troops with helmet kits to improve survivability
over standard issue components (Cher is spokesperson for this
program that shows support of the troops in combat; in spite of
policy differences about the cause of being deployed in some
regions. Helmet reviews, also:


http://motorcyclistonline.com/gearbox/motorcycle_helmet_review/
This site has a good report on the hows and whys of helmet
design.

http://www.normgrills.net/iba/helmet.html
good suggestions for mounting mic and speakers inside a
helmet

http://www.operation-helmet.org/
This site supports the troops in current combat situations. Policy
differences aside; this organization is providing troops (free of
charge a kit that upgrades their combat helmets with an
improved system of fit that significantly reduces injuries and
vastly improves the fit. The Army has adopted the kit; the
Marines have not yet provided this kit. This organization is
financed by donations only. The kit is about, $72 each.
Inexpensive fix for such a savings in lives, costs of recovery.
Worthwhile for any who want to support the troops; no matter
their position on our involvement in the regions.


http://www.reflectivedecals.com/moredecals.htm
Listed under safety items, also. They provide stealth
striping that is reflective at night. It is die cut in paterns
that are displayed on their website in a very interesting
manner.

http://ridesafer.com/store/item/1aeic/Helmets/Pacsafe_
Lidsafe.html
Carries a locking helmet bag that has a stainless steel mesh
between the inner and outer layers of material, can be
locked to the frame of the bike or scooter.

http://www.webbikeworld.com/r2/motorcycle-helmet/caberg-
justissimo/ an interesting design of modular helmet.




Internet or mail fraud: Postal Police jurisdiction. Toll free hotline to get
complaint form 800-372-8347
Ever been ripped off on eBay, gov't agency sending you fake
traffic tickets (my experience) call these guys and file a
complaint? They eventually look into complaints, having
the form filed prevents further actions (retailatory in nature
you are protected by Supreme Court recent ruling.) Notify
offender of your filing such a complaint, could save you grief.



Lifts, (garage items for scooter & motorcycles)

http://www.aerostich.com/product.php?productid=16815

This item is a rotating base that fits under your centerstand and
allows you to rotate the bike 180 degrees inside a small space.

Language, English rules

Punctuation Rules
http://premshree.livejournal.com/39418.html



Lighting, Lamps / bulbs:

Auxillary brake, marker, or turn signals Hyper-lites:
http://www.sampson-sporttouring.com/hyper-lite-universal.html#desc

https://www.expeditionexchange.com/hella/
Carries interesting Relay Box that holds 4 relays. Makes
a neat job of wiring changes.

http://www.importstuning.com/products.php?cat=393
Bulbs including Xenon filled H4; 35-35 watt and 55-60 watt


http://www.luminousfilm.com/
Large flat panel sign making material that is luminous,
vehilce apps. Sounds like interesting modification possibilities.

http://www.mooneyesusa.com/Store/index.php?cPath=207&osCsid=81ff9ece277d5681ab270a8ee3735136
Carries a variety of license plate lights, bolts, etc.
Famous for Hot Rod gear but also carries motorcycle
accessories.


http://superlumination.com/headlights.htm

http://www.suvlights.com/

http://www.motolight.com/
aux. lights for MCs & scooters

PIAA Lights (PARTS, repairs etc.)
1-800-525-7422 ext. 1 [this is PIAA Mfg.]
when prompted takes awhile to answer and it
is silent when you wait. Very helpful. Buy a
broken fixture and you might be able to fix
it might be cheaper than a new one. See what's
broken on it and then decide after checking price.

PIAA mounting brackets
http://www.shopatron.com/product/product_id=PIA74102/353.0
Although made for ATVs with large tubing frames; would fit
the 1-1/2" Pipeset tubing of the Big Ruckus.
http://www.shopatron.com/product/product_id=PIA74100/353.0
For mounting aux lights on, Up to 1" tubing.


http://www.parts-unlimited.com/catalogs.html

http://www.m-style.co.jp/ar/ps250-1.html

http://www.waytekwire.com/CatPDF.htm
(led light fixtures, lamps, wire connectors, etc.)

http://www.rallylights.com/hella/rear_fogs.asp
Has Hella brand rear fog light. Great brake light fixture for the Ruckus family of scooters. Uses single contact bulb, so you might want to get a few of them to get a brake light and running rear light.

http://www.signaldynamics.com/products/DiamondStar/dshmdot.htm
Actual DOT regulation on headlight modulators.

http://www.signaldynamics.com/Press%20Releases/dotltr.htm
DOT letter giving FEDERAL position on Headlight modulators.

http://run-n-lites.com/run-n-lites/prod-LiteBlazer.asp
LED aux. lights similar to Hyper-lites.

Nuts, bolts, screws METRIC STAINLESS:

http://www.boltdepot.com/product.aspx?cc=18&cs=23&cm=19&cd=1260


Metal (fabricating)
See: FABRICATING MATERIALS, category listed above.



Photo developing and printing sites:
Check links for any other services, like prints on mugs etc. besides
normal printing of photos. Please PM me with any sites where
prices are better and/or service issues (good or bad). Compare
shipping charges at each site; as, these can be in a wide range.

http://www.pephoto.com/pricing.htm
Based in NYC, prices look good. Compare; however.

http://www.snapfish.com/helppricing
If you prepay on bulk prices it's much cheaper per print. See
site for info. Better prices per print than Wal-Mart; but must
compare shipping charges, to.

http://www.walmart.com/search/search-ng.do?
search_constraint=5436&search_query=pricing+for+photo
+prints.&ic=24_0&Continue.x=22&Continue.y=9
Interesting mugs, clock faces and poster prices.
I think other sites have better pricing on regular photos.


Plastic

http://www.tapplastics.com/shop/category.php?bid=24&
Supplies plastic for many uses.




Manuals:

PS-250 Big Ruckus
Manuals and Parts Catalog:

Fuel Injection Model, Service Manual and suggested additional
Common Service Manual, Parts manual (suggest getting each of the
following)


Service manual:

http://www.helminc.com/helm/product2.asp?class%5F2=AHC&mk=Honda+Motorcycle&yr=2005&md=Scooters&dt=&module=&from=result&Style=helm&Sku=61KTB01&itemtype=N&mscsid=UGQXR1WUKQVA9J59P2EKXAE87M6W98VA

Parts manual (does not have holes drilled into binding for keeping in binder that is available, will have to take to local printer to have drilled):

http://www.helminc.com/helm/product2.asp?class%5F2=AHC&mk=Honda+Motorcycle&yr=2005&md=Scooters&dt=&module=&from=result&Style=helm&Sku=14KTB501&itemtype=N&mscsid=UGQXR1WUKQVA9J59P2EKXAE87M6W98VA

Owner's manual (same as what comes with NEW scooter):

http://www.helminc.com/helm/product2.asp?class%5F2=AHC&mk=Honda+Motorcycle&yr=2005&md=Scooters&dt=&module=&from=result&Style=helm&Sku=31KTB600&itemtype=N&mscsid=UGQXR1WUKQVA9J59P2EKXAE87M6W98VA

Pin Out manual (for reading the "brain" for FI, written for commoners)

http://www.helminc.com/helm/product2.asp?class%5F2=AHC&mk=Honda+Motorcycle&yr=2005&md=Scooters&dt=&module=&from=result&Style=helm&Sku=61POB00AH&itemtype=N&mscsid=UGQXR1WUKQVA9J59P2EKXAE87M6W98VA



Manuals for the NPS 50/s Ruckus

Service manual
http://www.helminc.com/helm/product2.asp?class%5F2=AHC&mk=Honda+Motorcycle&yr=2005&md=Scooters&dt=Parts+Catalogs&module=&from=result&Style=helm&Sku=14GEZ3E1&itemtype=N&mscsid=V9D6RTLN34PH9GNB248MV9A55BC2B800

News:
http://www.globalincidentmap.com/home.php
map showing current world wide incidents


Parts catolog
http://www.helminc.com/helm/product2.asp?class%5F2=AHC&mk=Honda+Motorcycle&yr=2005&md=Scooters&dt=Parts+Catalogs&module=&from=result&Style=helm&Sku=14GEZ3E1&itemtype=N&mscsid=V9D6RTLN34PH9GNB248MV9A55BC2B800




Paint (Honda approved manufacturer)

http://www.color-rite.com


Political change:

http://www.norml.org/
This organization works to reform the marijuana laws.
Can be considered REVOLUTIONARY by some, offensive
by others. Enter site knowing, BIG BROTHER is most
likely watching you!

www.linktv.org and Dish satellite chan number 9410, Direct TV chan
number 375
No public taxes, advertising, or corporate controls, uses donations
from viewers, as only funding source. Gives a great prospective of
current events. Real Eye openers. Highly recommended.


Photo processing, Uploading

http://photobucket.com/


Reviews of scooters in paticular:

BMW C1 review:http://www.motorcycle.com/mo/mcbmw/c1.html

Honda Helix:http://www.motorcycle.com/mo/mchonda/helix.html


Roll top sacks:

http://www.helen2wheels.com/products/sacks_rolltop.html


Sacks for clothes:

http://www.helen2wheels.com/products/sacks_clothes.html




Safety Items:

http://www.reflectivedecals.com/moredecals.htm
Site is listed under helmets, also. These are
stealthy striping kits that are highly reflective.
Site has an interesting way of displaying the daylight
and reflective mode. They are die cut and on a sheet
are peel and stick type.

http://hometown.aol.com/lrbuck/tailbrights.html

http://www.suvlights.com/

http://www.ironpony.com/ironponydirect/productPagebrand.asp/Brand/ICON/Class3/Safety%20Vests/Class2/Jackets%20and%20Vests
(note: carries mil-spec
vest; which is good on Military Post for motorcyclists)

http://www.waytekwire.com/CatPDF.htm
(reflective tape, bulbs, led lights, etc.)

http://www.ride-on.com/prod_mot.asp
(Ride-on tire sealent, comes recommend by members of the TR site)

Safety:
http://home1.gte.net/res0ak9f/bike.htm
Sobering stats concerning MC fatilities.

Safety stats:
http://www-nrd.nhtsa.dot.gov/pdf/nrd-30/NCSA/Rpts/2006/810606.pdf
U.S. Fed. stats for accidents; table 40 is of special interest as it
shows the % of NON-Licensed drivers in fatal accidents (42% of
all fatal accidents).


Safety Training:

http://www.msf-usa.org/


Scams (rampant) reporting
In Philadelphia (known for sending out bogus parking tickets to
folks who have NEVER been there.
Newspaper site for visitors and vacationers:
http://forums.philly.com/kr-phillytravel
related site, Phone number for Pa. Atty General Pittsburgh
office: State Attorney General's Bureau of Consumer Affairs
( In, Western Pennsylvania) 412-565-5135


Other scooter forums:

http://www.vancouverscootering.com/
note: had difficulty registering waiting to see if they respond
to "contact us" inquiry.




Scooter tires:

http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/departmentC.aspx?Class=282&department=647&division=6

http://www.tiresunlimited.com/ALL%20TIRES/Cheng%20Shin/Cheng_Shin_Scooter.htm

http://www.parts-unlimited.com/catalogs.html

http://www.ride-on.com/prod_mot.asp
(motorcycle & scooter tire sealent. Recommended by members of
TR site.)


Screws, bolts, nuts METRIC STAINLESS:

http://www.boltdepot.com/product.aspx?cc=18&cs=23&cm=19&cd=1260




Service and Parts manuals, Maintenance tips:

http://www.helminc.com/helm/Result.asp?Style=&Mfg=AHC&Make=AHC&Model=SCOO&Year=2005&Category=1&Keyword=&Module=&mscsid=L8JTQ3T09EMK9KSR2FTM0HR1U6BF72P4

http://www3.telus.net/dougsimpson/Elite_4.html








Stainless hardware, fasteners,etc.:

http://www.westmarine.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/categoryg/10001/-1/10001/12354/355/13/man/asc/0/grid


Straps:

http://www.helen2wheels.com/products/straps.html


T-bars not for the bible thumpin' conservative (remember
the first banned book could be your own) or the youngin's

Sugar's - Parkersburg, W.Va. Near Ohio's southern border W.Va.
RT 617 on 7th. St. Near Interstate 77. Awesome place, lots
of entertaining dancers, very clean place.


Time zone calculations:

http://www.worldtimezone.com/time-usa2.htm



Tools:
http://totalruckus.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=6716
Hitech's definition of tools.

http://buy1.snapon.com/catalog/item.asp?P65=&tool=all&item_ID=158&group_ID=1254&store=snapon-store&dir=catalog
Extractor set, from Snap-On very usefull on broken bolts, etc. Thanks to, Total Ruckus member, Bluesmokeracing for this tip.




Translation programs:

http://www.google.com/language_tools?

hl=enhttp://babelfish.altavista.com/

Tools, see headings of this section for variety of types, info, etc.


Tool bag and rolls:

http://www.helen2wheels.com/products/tool_roll.html

Torque Wrench:

Info:
http://www.wrighttool.com/news/article06A.htm
Good write up about how and what to use when using
a torque wrench. Site found by TR member, Sanjuro62.

Vacation areas for 2 wheelers
see above: Camping for 2 wheelers category

Valve adjustment procedures:
http://totalruckus.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=568&postdays=0&postorder=asc&start=0
'Lil Ruckus procedure, good photos and instructions.
Photos and text by member, DaBinChe www.totalruckus.com



Weather reports:

http://www.nws.noaa.gov/
forecasts of weather maps, etc.

http://radar.weather.gov/Conus/full.php
site gives lots of weather radar loops, etc.
point and click your spot on the map and
go for it

http://www.globalincidentmap.com/home.php
current extreme weather and news events
shown on a map

Windsheilds

http://battlescooter.com/
(note: very fast shipping w/ priority mail: included in price of item
delivers on Saturday; a bit slow on replying to initial email;
but, great service once answered)

http://www.denniskirk.com/jsp/product_catalog/Product.jsp?skuId=&store=Main&catId=405&productId=p611748&leafCatId=40502&mmyId=
(handlebar mounted windsheild[personal note: might cause vibration in steering be cautious with this decision])

http://www.denniskirk.com/jsp/product_catalog/Product.jsp?skuId=&store=Main&catId=405&productId=p230092&leafCatId=40501&mmyId=
(handlebar mounted windsheild[personal note: might cause vibration in steering be cautious with this decision])

http://www.denniskirk.com/jsp/product_catalog/Product.jsp?skuId=&store=Main&catId=405&productId=p23829&leafCatId=40502&mmyId=
(handlebar mounted windsheild[personal note: might cause vibration in steering be cautious with this decision])


Wiring, see also Cables above:

http://www.wiringproducts.com/?gclid=CKbutov7zYoCFQzDSgodwAm3cA

[SpoonKiller]

Nice job katman! made it into a sticky.

[katmandoitall]

Did you print it out, chew it up with some double bubble to make it, ah.....sticky?

[katmandoitall]

Removed this post as it was a repeat of the Useful Sites for the scooter owners. Katman

[katmandoitall]

How can you update the STICKY? As I find more usefull sites would like to expand them. Might even add notes about the individual sites, as we get experience of transactions, etc.

[SpoonKiller]

[HiTechRedneck]

Here's a good one for online parts lookup and, unlike RonAyers, they have the '05 Big Ruckus fiche and parts. They are also wholesale.

www.mrcycles.com
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[Ruckimike]

Cool Site HiTech, and the prices are good too.
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[katmandoitall]

Thanks for the suggested site, Hitech. I added it to the list above. Good to get suggestions from folks with experience with different sites. Might work better to PM me with the info when found to save bandwith on this site. Not sure if that is an issue.
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[le_cat]

Great job but some of the sites are in Japanese. How does one convert to English text?

[katmandoitall]

[le_cat]

Thanks. It sure would be nice to be able to read product descriptions and hyperlink labels on those sites. Battlescooter has some add-ons and accessories but I notice that the Japanese web sites have a ton more accessories and cosmetics. I think Honda and other part suppliers would do well to start offering more aftermarket products for the BR.

[katmandoitall]

[le_cat]

I have been scouring internet cycle sites and also auto parts stores for ANY kind of accessories for my scoot, and I agree most accessories need to be modified or customized to the BR, I also agree with you, these modifications DO make each scooter individualized and unique. I guess that's what BR owners are relegated to until Honda starts realizing that BR owbers are a significant consumer group. I think the scarcity of accessories can also be attributed to the relatibe newness of the BR model, but you'd think that with the intro of the BR they'd also promote an accessory line. The absence of an accessory product line may also be attributed to the actual vendors and dealers who feel there isn't much demand for these products. I think WE know better.

[katmandoitall]