maddiedog 170 bbk update?

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maddiedog 170 bbk update?

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I don't know much about the PCX, but I take it you're running a 125 with a 170cc kit installed?
With as much riding as you do, this must be a very reliable conversion, yes?
In my limited 2yrs scooter experience...I came away thinking that most conversions hunting more power and speed for the small scooter usually , if you were lucky, gave you a boost for a limited time --and if not so lucky, blew up your scoot today!, or were crazy-making trying to get it to run descently again.
Not so with your conversion? It is reliable with no driveability issues?
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Re: maddiedog 170 bbk update?

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I haven't been riding as much as I used to. My wife made me stop commuting on the PCX when we had our son, and my V-strom has been my ride of choice lately for trips (my dog prefers to ride the Strom more than the PCX).

That said, the kit has over 2k miles on it and is fine. No oil use, runs like a bat out of hell. I don't have an aftermarket cam, which helps a LOT in terms of reliability (less boom means less strain on the engine), but means the kit doesn't have as huge an affect as it could. I'd get absolutely smoked by PCXDemon's "chainsaw" PCX.
Currently ride: Nothing right now - mostly mountain biking with my boys until they're old enough to ride :lol:
Previously rides: 2011 Honda PCX 125, 2005 V-Strom DL650, 1974 Vespa Ciao, 2011 Honda PCX 170 (tons of mods - takegawa 170cc big bore kit, gears, etc), 1996 Honda Nighthawk 250, 1987 Honda Spree, 2000 KTM 125SX, 2003 Honda Silverwing, 2007 Genuine Buddy 125, 1998 Honda PC800, 2008 Buddy 125 (white), 2008 Buddy 125 (red), 2001 Honda Reflex, 1987 Honda Elite, 1988 Honda Spree, 2007 Yamaha Vino, 2007 Honda Metro, 2x 125cc pure-chinesium dirt bikes
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Re: maddiedog 170 bbk update?

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And i would like to add that Dave's bike DOES run like a bat out of Hell! I rode it once and it was a real joy to ride. Even though I have a 150, his now 170 is faster. Of course, his Strom is waaay faster!
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Re: maddiedog 170 bbk update?

Post by Steph »

I can picture Dave and Maddie Dog heading out to the garage. Maddie makes her selection. The V- Strom it shall be! :D
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