Philadelphia Scooters

DRESSED FOR THE HOLIDAYS PROMOTION!!!

2011-11-18T12:34:00.003-05:00

BACK BY INCREDIBLE POPULAR DEMAND!!!

With the holiday season upon us, what better way to celebrate than with a Genuine Scooter that is fully dressed for the holidays! Buy a "pre-2012" year model Genuine Scooter from any participating dealer between NOW and December 31, 2011 and you will receive a FREE bolt-on accessory package* (click on the banner above for details). Hurry in, while supplies last!!!

ROYAL ENFIELD HERE NOW!!!

2011-11-18T11:52:00.003-05:00

KYMCO DOWNTOWN 300i - COME GET IT!!!

2011-11-18T11:40:00.003-05:00

The Downtown 300i was designed and built for it! With the open road performance of a maxi scooter and sport bike agility, the Downtown 300i delivers the ultimate scooter riding experience. This new entry in the KYMCO Scooter family is powered by an all new 4-valve Electronic Fuel Injected engine coupled to an agile, responsive, light weight dual cradle steel chassis.

FANTASTIC highway machine, yet nimble enough to ride around town. All the power you need without the heft and shifting. IN STOCK NOW!!! COME & GET IT!!!
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KYMCO PEOPLE GT300i - In Stock, Ready To Roll!!!

2011-11-18T11:33:00.005-05:00

You'll only need to ride it once to appreciate the performance, style and balance of all new People GT from KYMCO. It's distinctive contemporary design, impressive ergonomic comfort and modern technology gives the People GT instant rider appeal.

Large 16" tires, Telescopic front fork and adjustable rear shocks smooth out the ride whether navigating down town city traffic and cruising through the back roads on your way home. Powered by an all new 4-valve Electronic Fuel Injected engine, plenty of under-seat storage, 12 volt accessory plug and a top case as standard equipment the New KYMCO People GT is the complete package!
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2012 GENUINE BUDDY 170i - IN STOCK!!!

2011-08-11T14:38:00.002-04:00

WOW! The new GENUINE BUDDY 170i scooter is a fuel-injected retro ROCKET! Smooth robust acceleration, excellent ride and handling, the Buddy 170i just kicked it up a notch! We have all 3 colors IN STOCK!!! Come on in and check out what all the buzz is about!

GAS PRICES HEADING TOWARD $4 A GALLON!!!

2011-04-08T12:29:00.004-04:00

Hurry in now for a fun, economical, gas sipping scooter!!! We still have great deals on a few remaining BRAND NEW leftover scooters.

Gas prices are at their highest level since September 2008! Click HERE for the story.
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2011 VESPA PX

2011-04-08T12:16:00.005-04:00

You can't get one here in the USA, but you CAN get a GENUINE STELLA, 2-stroke and 4-stroke!!!

SPECIAL PURCHASE KYMCO PEOPLE 150!!!

2011-04-07T13:15:00.004-04:00

We just made a SPECIAL PURCHASE of BRAND NEW Kymco People 150 scooters. SAVE HUNDREDS!!! Just in time for $4.00 a gallon gas, the Kymco People 150 is a Consumer Reports BEST BUY! Hurry, we have 2 Cream and Black, 1 Silver and 1 Green and White People 150 left.
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Gas Prices Rise to Highest Level Since 2008. Possible $5 Gallon by 2012!

2011-01-04T13:49:00.007-05:00

Gas prices are going UP, UP, UP! Numerous news sources are reporting oil and gas prices are at their highest level since 2008! Ex-Shell Oil boss predicts gasoline prices may rise to $5 a gallon by 2012 according to CNN Money and USA Today.

NOW is the time to take advantage of the cold weather and get your gas saving Genuine or Kymco scooter while they're offering generous payment options and free accessories worth up to $600 (see previous blog post). Hurry in, as most scooter dealers and distributors ran out of scooters in 2008!

GENUINE DRESSED FOR THE HOLIDAYS!!!

2010-12-16T14:43:00.002-05:00

Purchase any in stock Genuine Buddy, Rough House, and Stella from now until January 31, 2011 and receive up to $600 of a way cool and very functional accessory package! The accessory package includes Chrome goodness, windscreen and even a lock! Accessories vary with each Genuine scooter model. (Click on the pic above for full details.) Hurry in!
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FALL RIDING!

2010-11-10T16:25:00.006-05:00

Some of the best riding of the year is now! The weather is cooler and wearing all your gear keeps you warm, cozy and safe. A full face helmet definitely keeps you warm in the cool fall air. We are fully stocked with Corazzo Jackets, warm gloves and of course, full face helmets. Watch out for those slippery leaves on the road!

Cooler air is more dense, so it requires you to warm up your scooter a bit longer than in the summer. You should always let your scoot warm up a good 3-5 minutes the first time you ride the scooter in the morning. If you've let the scooter warm up properly, but still feel your scoot is not running quite right, please give us a call or come on down to the shop. A minor carburetor adjustment for the cooler weather may be all you need!
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THE GENUINE BLUR 220i

2010-10-29T15:02:00.000-04:00

The best handling sport scooter is back with an upgraded 220cc FUEL INJECTED engine for more powerful performance and higher top speed! Check out the new BLUR, click HERE.

Check out the video introducing the NEW BLUR 220i, click HERE.

We have both white and charcoal IN STOCK and ready to roll!
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Scooter Cookies!!!

2010-03-15T21:25:00.004-04:00

Here's one of our favorite scooterist, Jennifer and her custom Kymco Sento Scooter Cookie! Modeled after her own scooter, the cookies were not only a great artistic rendition, but also DELICIOUS!!! Thanks Jennifer!

Jennifer's cupcakes she made at Whipped Bakeshop where she bakes, have also been featured in the preeminent cupcake blog, Cupcakes Take the Cake.
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GENUINE STELLA 4-STROKE!

2010-02-25T16:40:00.002-05:00

Just got word from Genuine Scooters that the new Stella is scheduled to arrive in April, but initial supply will be limited!!! New colors in the first shipment include Avocado, Slate Blue, Dijon Yellow, Cream and Red.

Be one of the first on the East Coast with the new environmentally friendly, 140 mpg, quieter, cleaner 4-stroke Stellas!

Word is California dealers and riders who have been itchin' for a Stella are swamping Genuine with orders, so hurry in and put down a deposit TODAY to reserve your favorite color!!!
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Jay Leno is our BUDDY!

2010-02-17T13:14:00.001-05:00

Jay Leno is our Buddy. He's your Buddy too. Click on the pic above to check out the Jay Leno's Garage episode featuring the Buddy Black Jack!!!
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Viva La Vita Baby!! The Hammerhead La Vita.

2010-02-17T10:35:00.004-05:00

Here are some pics of the Hammerhead La Vita, based on the iconic Italian VBB! Initial, brief ride impressions are positive.

The single seat/buddy seat combo gives the La Vita a similar seating position to the original VBB, with a higher seat, bent knees and low handlebar height. Smooth acceleration from the electronic fuel injection, good stopping power from the dual disc brakes, familiar, modern GY6 4 stroke engine sound. You look cool in the reflection of the storefront window as you pull up to park.

Stay tuned for a full review once we put a few more miles on it.

For more pics of the new La Vita, click HERE.
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Philadelphia Scooters is now a URAL DEALER!!!

2010-02-15T19:41:00.004-05:00

Philadelphia Scooters will now be servicing and selling URAL Motorcycles and Sidecars. Let our experienced URAL mechanic service your motorcycle.

Interested in purchasing a URAL? Now taking orders for all URAL Motorcycles and Sidecars.
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WE LIKE THE KYMCO LIKE!!

2009-11-11T12:49:00.002-05:00

Just got in the brand new 2010 KYMCO LIKE 50. Large 12" wheels, mondo-storage, excellent Kymco fit and finish. Larger scooter with plenty of room for your partner! Pack a lunch in the INCLUDED color matched top case! Best of all, the KYMCO LIKE 50 comes with the tried and trued, quick and powerful PEOPLE 50 2-stroke engine for plenty of zip around town!

Stop by right away for excellent payment plans, including zero down, zero interest for over 6 months!
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SACHS MADASS 125cc IN STOCK!!!

2009-10-24T09:46:00.004-04:00

A lightweight (only 209 lbs) kick-ass, 4-speed, 125cc 4-stroke engine, unique framed, mono-rear suspension, minimalist motorcycle with big 16" alloy wheels, meaty low profile slicks, and dual disc brakes. The Madass is a blast to ride around town!

Why be burdened with a 600 lbs beast when you can get your rebellious motorcycle thrills on a SACHS MADASS! German engineered for unconventional fun, SACHS has a long and storied history of lightweight two wheelers.

Stop by and check out the all new MADASS! For more pics, click HERE.
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GO PHILLIES! Genuine Buddy Phillies Scooter

2009-10-18T14:08:00.001-04:00

Here's our Philadelphia Scooters' Genuine Phillies WORLD SERIES Buddy! GO PHILLIES!!!

DOT DAVIDA STYLE HELMETS!

2009-10-08T15:12:00.000-04:00

BACK IN STOCK!! We just got in a shipment of Davida style helmets with the original design features of 1950's low dome racing helmets. Low profile replicas of the first motorcycle racing helmets, popular with both vintage and modern scooterists!

These helmets meet or exceed DOT standards, and at only $65, they're a third of the cost of the genuine British replica. Stop by and get yours today!

KYMCO SUPER 8 - Ready to Roll!

2009-10-08T14:03:00.003-04:00

Kymco's all new Sportsbike Scooter, the SUPER 8. Big 14" wheels, powerful 150cc 4-stroke engine, front disc brake and the look of a SUPER sportsbike. Fun and style on wheels, the bigger wheels make this nimble scoot a blast to ride! Stop by, in stock and ready to roll!
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Philadelphia Scooter Parking!

2009-09-08T18:04:00.007-04:00

Note: Our understanding is that on streets where there is no dedicated scooter parking, the "unofficial" scooter parking policy remains (park next to a building or on a bicycle "U" rack.

On-Street Parking Reserved For Motorcycles, Scooters

by KYW's Mike Dunn

The Philadelphia Parking Authority this week launches a new type of on-street parking: 60 spaces in center city are being set aside for motorcycles or scooters.

For the rest of the article, click here.

Dickson stresses that this is a six-month pilot program which could be expanded:
"Once we see how this works, we'll replicate it in other areas of center city."
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The following list of locations of the motorcycle/scooter spaces was supplied by the parking authority.

Some of the installations are not yet complete:

1700 Sansom Street
1800 Sansom Street
1500 Chestnut Street
1700 Chestnut Street
1900 Chestnut Street
1700 Market Street
1900 Market Street
1600 John F. Kennedy Boulevard
200 South 17th Street
1600 Chancellor Street
1700 Locust Street
1900 Walnut Street
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Marvelous Marvin!!!

2009-08-18T13:21:00.003-04:00

Here's our newest customer Marvelous Marvin with his brand new Genuine Buddy 150 Saint Tropez with the rear rack, side protectors and matching top case.

Marvelous Marvin used to ride in the Steel Globe of Death for the Barnum & Bailey Circus over 60 years ago! Now at a sprite 84 years young, Marvin hadn't ridden a motorcycle or scooter for half a decade.

A few simple instructions and Marvin was flying around the parking lot like a pro! Easy to ride, great on gas, a breeze to park, stop by and get your Genuine Buddy today!

Great financing deals still available!
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PHILLY ID IX SCOOTER RALLY!!!

2009-07-02T09:54:00.001-04:00

Philadelphia Scooters will be closed on Friday July 3, and re-open on Tuesday July 7. Come check out the 9th annual Philadelphia Independence Day Scooter Rally!!!
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$0 Money Down / $0 Payments / 0% Interest!

2009-06-04T18:39:00.000-04:00

Choose 9 months same as cash, or 4.9% financing for 24 months on all GENUINE SCOOTERS!!! Click on the banner above or stop by the shop for all details!

And don't forget, as part of the Economic Stimulus Package, you can deduct your sales tax on all scooters purchased this year!
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Win a BUDDY SCOOTER!!!

2009-06-04T14:00:00.003-04:00

Stop by the Equality Forum booth at Penn's Landing during the Annual Gay Pride Festival on Sunday, June 14, noon to 6pm. Raffle tickets are $5, 3 for $10 and 7 for $20 for your chance to WIN A GENUINE BUDDY 50 SCOOTER!

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Oil rises to new high for 2009!

2009-06-04T13:54:00.004-04:00

Oil rises to new high for 2009

CHRIS KAHN
The Associated Press

NEW YORK - Oil prices on Thursday set a new high for the year, buoyed by a weaker dollar, the first drop in unemployment numbers since January, and renewed expectations that crude will extend its rally this year. For the rest of the story, click HERE.

Here we go again! Big difference is this year we have a large selection of our best selling scooters from Genuine, Kymco and SYM! Plus, there are special financing deals from Genuine and Kymco! PLUS, PLUS, FREE ACCESSORIES with select SYM or KYMCO scooter purchase.

So hurry in for all the details before we run out of scooters again!
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SYM SYMBAS ARE HERE!!!

2009-05-15T12:04:00.005-04:00

(click on the image above for a larger pic)

Hurry in, they're going fast! Our initial shipment of SYM SYMBAS are in! Stop by the shop to check out the most popular motorcycle in the WORLD!

SYM manufactured Honda scooters and motorcycle for many years, and the SYMBA is the SYM model of the Honda Cub, or Passport as known in the US.

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PHILLY IX Independence Day Scooter Rally!

2009-04-25T09:09:00.004-04:00

Save the date! Get 'yer scooter ready! Philly's 9th annual Independence Day Scooter Rally is in the works. Check on the HostileCitySC.org website for details to come, and reminisce about the excellent past Rally's, immortalized on Scoot.net!
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Vintage Vespa VBB

2009-04-23T23:37:00.012-04:00

Here's a lovely restored Vintage Vespa VBB we just got in. Classic wide body design, retro seafoam color, dual seats for you and your sweetie, and check out that curvy tail end!

Full body restoration and upgraded 10" wheel conversion, this VBB comes with a BRAND NEW LML 150cc engine. All the class and style of a vintage Vespa with the reliablity and dependability of a new Stella!

(We also have all colors of the Genuine Stella IN STOCK! The last NEW 4 speed manual, 2T engine, steel bodied scooter in the US!)

Fun to ride, with excellent handling, have a blast tooting around town on this retro scoot. This classic VBB is the quintessential Vespa icon!

Titled and ready to go. Stop by the shop and check it out! She's a beauty!
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KYMCO FREE T-SHIRT GIVE-A-WAY!!

2009-04-16T20:14:00.003-04:00

Kymco is giving away a FREE T-SHIRT !!! Here's the link.

Stop by the shop and check out the new two-tone Kymco People 50 and 150, America's favorite big wheel scooter!
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Scooter Rally Season in NEAR!!!

2009-04-08T23:37:00.002-04:00

For you vintage folks, a great old school scooter rally video by localsixhundee.

Thanks for finding this Ted!

8.9% Financing on ALL KYMCO SCOOTERS!!!

2009-04-08T17:24:00.006-04:00

8.9% FINANCING for 48 months
on all KYMCO scooters
*Stop by the shop for details.

New stock of large 16" wheeled Kymco People 50 and 150 just arrived, just in time for SPRING! Easy to ride, a breeze to park, scooters are the best way to get around town!
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Genuine Scooters BLACK JACKS ARE IN!!!

2009-03-16T15:00:00.003-04:00

Hurry in and Get your Genuine BLACK JACK before they're gone! We only received a couple, and they're gonna go FAST!!!

Even better looking in person! The BLACK JACK RIPS!!!!

From Genuine's website:

Our Little 90mpg Rocket!

Who says performance and economy don't mix? The Buddy Black Jack 150 gives you arm-stretching, eyeball-popping acceleration and still sips fuel like a bird. But we didn't stop at the engine. The brake and suspension bits are name brand, top-shelf, race-tuned and beefed-up. The transmission is primed to launch you from stop lights. The Black Jack goes like heck, corners like a go kart, and stops on a dime. Want even more? The dealer-installed accessory performance pipe (off road, closed-course use only) deals out a winning hand!

We also got in a couple 49cc International Series Pamplona and Series St. Tropez! Only a Car Driver's license required to operate a 49cc scooter in PA!
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THE SNOW IS MELTING!!!

2009-02-07T11:51:00.004-05:00

So the snow's melting and SPRING IS RIGHT AROUND THE CORNER!!! Hurry in for the best selection of NEW 2009 Genuine BUDDY's, SYM FIDDLE II's, and KYMCO scooters!

ALSO, stop by for GREAT DEALS on NEW 2008 LEFTOVER SCOOTERS, USED SCOOTERS and PROJECT SCOOTERS! We're losing our garage space, so we gotta move 'em out!
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South Street Bridge DETOUR!

2009-01-14T14:54:00.005-05:00

THE BEST SOUTH STREET BRIDGE DETOUR!!!

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What better way to get to University City and West Philly than on a SCOOTER!!!

Click here for an article about the South Street Bridge closure.
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Happy Holidays!

2008-12-20T09:32:00.005-05:00

Philadelphia Scooters will be closed for the holidays from Wednesday, December 24, 2008 and re-open in the New Year on Friday, January 2, 2009.
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SYM Citycom 300i Review and Pics

2008-10-17T07:28:00.000-04:00

Fuel Injected Highway Cruiser! Here's pics of the NEW SYM CITYCOM 300i. Another excellent choice from Sang Yang Motors (formerly a Honda joint venture in Taiwan).

Phenomenal ride quality we've come to expect from SYM, excellent build quality, smooth, super fuel efficient FUEL INJECTION!

Stay tuned for more detailed reviews soon! In the meantime, here's some Citycom 300i eye candy.

(click on any pic for high resolution images)

2009 Genuine Buddy 50 IN STOCK!

2008-10-11T21:06:00.001-04:00

The most popular scooter in 2008, we just received our new shipment of 2009 Genuine Buddy 50's! BLACK, RED, TANGERINE, LIGHT BLUE and the SERIES ITALIA 50 are available RIGHT NOW!

No waiting lists, cash and carry (or financing available), your choice of color! Be ready and get your Genuine Buddy today, before gas prices soar again!
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2009 Genuine Rough House 50 BLACK!

2008-10-11T20:51:00.001-04:00

Rough and rugged, the Genuine Rough House 50 in bold BLACK is in stock and ready to rumble! FAT, MEATY dual purpose tires are ready to take on the mean streets of Philly. Potholes, no problem, trolley tracks, no problem, hard packed dirt roads, no problem. The Rough House is the ultimate urban assault scooter!

Bright dual halogen headlight, LED rear tail light and a LOUD stebel horn all make for a scooter that will be seen and heard around the streets of Philly!

A deep underseat storage bucket, included standard rear rack and underseat hook for your bags make for a scooter ready equipped to carry your gear to work, class or to the market!

With a de-restricted speed of up to 50 mph, the Genuine Rough House 50 is one of the fastest, most reliable, and most fun city scooters available. No motorcycle license needed in PA! And don't forget to charge your cell phone while riding by pluggin' in your charger to the handy 12v socket and cell phone holder under the handlebars.

With gas mileage up to 75 miles per gallon, don't wait, be ready when gas prices soar again! Stop by Philadelphia Scooters and get your Rough House, ready to go! We only have 2 black Rough Houses available, as well as a blue and olive green. Hurry before they're gone!
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Avocado Genuine Stella and Sidecar

2008-10-11T19:50:00.002-04:00

Haul your significant other, your kids, your pet, your weekly groceries in our Genuine Stella with matching Sidecar! Unique 3 wheel vehicle for your scootin' fun!

Definitely old skool cool, motoring fun! Stop by Philadelphia Scooters and check out our newest fun form of transportation! A blast to ride, a blast to ride in.
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THE NEW SYM FIDDLE II REVIEW!

2008-10-08T20:37:00.000-04:00

BACK IN STOCK!!!
We have one RED, one White and one GREEN Fiddle 125
Hurry in before they're gone!

(originally posted 9/2/08)
Just received our first shipment of the new SYM FIDDLE II 125. SYM or Sang Yang Motors was once a Honda partner and Taiwan's largest scooter manufacturer. With SYM's excellent build quality and reliability, we have high expectations for SYM's newest model. Here's our first impressions of the SYM FIDDLE II.

At first glance, there's an obvious nod to the retro style and a close resemblance to the Vespa LX 50 and 150 series.

Vespa LX 150 MSRP $4399 (not including dealer prep & destination fees)

With similar dimensions as the Vespa LX 150, the SYM FIDDLE II 125 sports a telescopic front forks for a more stable ride quality, and a substantial feel much like the more expensive Italian marque.

The SYM FIDDLE II is larger than the new industry standard Genuine Buddy. While the Genuine Buddy feels a bit more nimble and more sportsbike like, the longer wheelbase SYM FIDDLE II offers more of a luxury, cruiser like ride. Not that the SYM is sluggish around the corners, it's just that the Genuine Buddy has set such a high standard in the handling department.

The generously sized saddle gives more room for you and your passenger, or to carry more stuff. We also enjoy the curved floorboard up front which allows riders to "kick their feet up" for even more of a feet forward ride.

Acceleration is brisk block to block. With proper break-in, we expect the SYM FIDDLE II to be quite quick with plenty of power to get around town, and keep up with traffic on Kelly Drive and Delaware Ave.

Attractive and easy to read analog dash, it's very nice to see the MPH in big print, a nice feature indicating SYM's commitment to the US market. There's a neat "Seat Open" button on the handlebar to open the seat while the scooter is running, so there's no need to turn off the scooter and use the key. Plenty of storage under the seat, and a functional rear rack comes standard.

Along with the steering column lock, there's also a spark arrestor switch under the seat that does not allow the scooter to be started for extra security. (We always recommend using the very strong ONGUARD LOCK).

So if you're considering the Vespa LX 150, the SYM FIDDLE II 125 is definitely worth a look as an excellent alternative. With double the warranty (2 years parts & labor) and at a price OVER $1500 LESS the new SYM FIDDLE II is a sure winner in the increasingly competitive scooter market!

Oh yeah, the SYM FIDDLE II is rated at 105.9 miles per gallon! (ok, so the rating is based on a constant speed of 31 miles per hour, your mileage may vary).

We currently have RED, GREEN and WHITE available, so stop by the shop and check out the new SYM FIDDLE II 125cc. Philadelphia Scooters is excited to offer the SYM FIDDLE II as another excellent choice for the scooter enthusiast.

(The 49cc SYM FIDDLE II coming soon).
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SYM RV 250 Review and Pics

2008-10-04T10:19:00.002-04:00

Just received our RV250 SYM scooter, and all we can say (again) is WOW! With 4 valves per cylinder, this liquid cooled 250cc is the most impressive 250cc scooter we've come across. Ergonomically well designed, there's plenty of room for taller riders, yet the seat height and low center of gravity also fits average to shorter riders looking for a highway capable scooter.

Bigger than Kymco Grand Vista, and smaller than the XCiting 250 and Honda Reflex, the SYM RV250 may be your perfect sized scooter. The seating position is very comfortable, without feeling cramped or that you're sliding forward. The seat width seems just about right, and includes a welcome backrest for both the rider and the passenger.

Bright, bright halogen headlights with a very unique high beam offers car quality lighting to see the road ahead. The super bright LED taillight may be all other cars and scooters see as you quickly accelerate away. Additional driving lights also improve visibility.

The Sym RV250 is very well designed, with a build quality among the best in the scooter market, including anything from Japan or Italy.

Thoughtful design features such as the ignition key cover to prevent theft, and the attached gas cap shows the forward thinking and engineering that SYM is well known for. Once a Honda partner, SYM has taken the 250cc class scooter one step further.

The RIDE! That's what the SYM RV250 is all about. Fully highway capable scooter, the liquid cooled, 4 valve per ceramic coated cylinder really hums along at speed, with front and rear hydraulic disc brakes to haul you back down. Quick, smooth, step less acceleration gets you ahead of traffic. The 13" wheels offer a stable ride without sacrificing scooter maneuverability. With a more refined sound and feel, the SYM rides like a luxury car, yet quite nimble and capable around Center City.

From getting groceries to a quick overnight getaway to the shore, there's plenty of room under the seat to carry everything you need. If you're looking for that perfect gas saving scooter to replace that gas guzzling SUV, the SYM RV250 is an excellent choice (and should get you around 70 mpg!). Stable at highway speed, yet not too enormous to ride and park around town, SYM has a top quality scooter in the RV250!

KYMCO PEOPLE 250S RED IN STOCK!

2008-09-25T20:26:00.001-04:00

Just arrived in time for the best riding of the season. We were out of stock for the entire summer, as the People 250S were sold before they got to our showroom floor! We finally have a fire engine RED available. First come, first to ride her away!!!

For our review on the Kymco People 250S, click HERE!

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NEW 2009 SYM HD200 SALE!!!

2008-09-24T20:45:00.005-04:00

In Stock! Ready to go! We just received a shipment of the SYM HD200, one of our favorite BIG WHEEL scooters. Large 16" meaty tires mounted to large alloy rims for one of the fastest, smoothest and most comfortable rides of any scooter on the market today! 4 valves per cylinders which are a SYM exclusive one piece head and ceramic coated for ultimate performance. Check out our impressions and review of the SYM HD200, click here.

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We have Shiny Silver, Fire Engine Red and Midnight Metallic Blue available for delivery. Just in time for the best riding season of the year. Don't wait until gas goes up again, and miss out on your chance to pick up this excellent scooter at a great price!

We're ready to cut a deal and move 'em out! Stop by today!

SYM MIO 50 REVIEW - Packed full of features!

2008-09-13T21:04:00.003-04:00

The Sym Mio 50 is the ultimate small, 4-stroke urban scooter packed full of features. With a lineage to Honda, the SYM Mio has similar styling cues as the Honda Metropolitan in both looks and size.

However, the SYM Mio is packed full of extra conveniences not found on the Honda. The Sym Mio is also quite a bit quicker than the Honda Metropolitans we've serviced and ridden.

Honda Metropolitan

The multi-function key and ignition switch of the Sym Mio has a safety feature that slides a cover over the ignition to prevent theft attempts with a screwdriver or other objects.

The key ignition switch also opens the neat gas cap that you'll never drop or fumble with, as it's spring loaded and permanently ATTACHED to the scooter!

As the Honda Metropolitan is designed for one person, the Sym Mio is a sturdier scooter designed for two-up riding, with trick fold-out passenger footpegs.

If you're riding your Sym Mio on errands, like mailing letters and packages in the mailbox on the corner, there's no need to turn off your Mio to remove the key and open the seat! Check out the neat "Seat Open" button on the left handlebar control, that only works when the scooter is on.

The controls feel solid, but a "push to cancel" turn signal would be a welcome addition, and standard on other quality scooters.

The Sym Mio also features an elegant, easy to read and easy to understand speedo and fuel gauge. (Note: the speedo reads in MPH! not in Km/H).

Clearly the Sym Mio is a well thought out scooter loaded with features that every scooterist can appreciate. Of course, what really makes the Sym Mio stand out is the ride!

THE RIDE. Smooth, stable and FAST! Did we say fast? Yes. We usually recommend 2 stroke scooters in the 49cc class (no "M" motorcycle license required in PA) for the quick acceleration and higher top speed when compared to 4-stroke 49cc scooters.

However, the Sym Mio is quite peppy off the line, and gets up to speed in a hurry. Not quite as fast as the Genuine Buddy 50, but certainly quick enough to negotiate Center City driving.

Addressing the weakness (slowness) of the Honda Metropolitan, the Sym Mio is definitely one of the quickest 49cc 4-stroke scooters on the market. The Sym Mio also features a hydraulic front disc brake vs. the Honda Metropolitan's drum brake.

Gas Mileage? We expect the Sym Mio to get around 80mpg+ in city driving (the SYM-USA.com website rates the Mio at 152.9 miles per gallon at 25mph!)

So if you're in the market for a smaller/low seat height, quiet, clean burning, more fuel efficient 4-stroke scooter, and thought your only choice was the Honda Metropolitan, stop by the shop and take a good hard look at the Sym Mio.

With twice the Honda warranty, so many more features, faster speed and front disc brakes, the Sym Mio is a big improvement over a proven design. Bang for your buck, value for your money, the Sym Mio is hard to beat. The guys and gals at the shop have fondly nicknamed the The Sym Mio as the "Honda Metropolitan Deluxe!"
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SYM HD200 REVIEW

2008-09-06T08:42:00.005-04:00

Just received our first shipment of the SYM HD200. A large wheeled, liquid cooled, highway capable scooter. Wow! Very impressive ride. The HD200 may be one of the quickest and most comfortable and stable scooters in the 200cc-250cc class!

Easy to read instrument cluster, with MPH in large print in the outer circle of the speedometer, again indicating SYM's commitment to the US market. Wide mirrors for a clear rear view. Improvements include a small windscreen that does just enough to direct airflow evenly over the top of the scooterist's helmet. The external, key lock gas cap is located next to the back of the saddle, no need to open the seat to fill up. Abundant storage under the seat. Fit, finish, paint are excellent, the red paint just pops. Controls also have a solid, quality feel.

The weight of the HD200 falls between Kymco's air cooled People S200, and the liquid cooled People S250, at right under 300lbs. The ride and handling of the HD200 is that of a much lighter scoot.

Acceleration block to block is exceptionally quick, especially for a scooter just prepped and right out of the crate. Roll on from 30mph to 50mph is sports car quick, out accelerating cars on Delaware Ave. Although windy down by the IKEA and the river, the SYM HD200 tracked straight and stable with seemingly no effects from the cross winds.

The saddle is sculpted with little room for movement fore and aft, but nevertheless comfortable enough. There's plenty of room between the knees and handlebars for taller riders. The HD200 should fit average to taller riders well. Ride position is upright, feet slightly forward.

Stopping power is provided by a front disc brake and rear drums. The rear rim has a disc brake mount, and a rear disc brake would be a welcome addition. During the test ride on Oregon Ave, a SUV making a left turn out of a bank, pulled out right in front of me, and the HD200 did stop in time. Always look ahead and anticipate. If you think a cager is going to do something stupid, most likely they will. Be prepared.

Overall, our initial impression of the HD200 is exceptional. Smooth power delivery, one of the most stable and comfortable rides. Excellent suspension that handles road imperfections flawlessly, keeping the wheels firmly on the road. The HD200 is all about the ride!

We expect the quality and reliability to be very good, as SYM was once a Honda partner and our 49cc SYMs have had few issues. All SYMs come with a 2 year part and labor factory warranty, supported by Philadelphia Scooters. Gas mileage is stated as 96 miles per gallon at 25mph, so we estimate real world mileage around 70-80 miles per gallon depending on riding style and conditions.

The SYM HD200 is the perfect "get around town with occasional jaunts on the highway" scooter. Light and nimble enough to ride and park in Center City, perfect to ride out to Manyunk, Germantown and Chestnut Hill. Stop by the shop and check it out. We also have a silver HD200 in stock and expecting a blue soon.
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Just In! - THE NEW KYMCO STING

2008-09-04T20:44:00.002-04:00

Just un-crated the new for '09 KYMCO STING 49cc scooter. Formerly known as the "YUP", this Kymco favorite is back just in time for the best riding of the season.

Same engine as the venerable and proven reliable, Kymco People 50, the STING sports a set of more scooter-like 12" wheels with tubeless tires mounted on alloy rims. Kymco 2 year parts & labor warranty.

Fit and finish is excellent as you would expect from Kymco. The STING is a larger 49cc scooter that should fit the average to taller scooterist.

Check back for a full riding review, but in the meantime, here's some STING eye candy.

(click on images for a higher resolution view)

Homage to mechanics, who labor in obscurity

2008-09-01T09:26:00.014-04:00

Deft surgeons of small engines are still in demand.

Bob Martin is a former Inquirer writer and editor

Today, when many will mark the end of summer with a beach bash, or will luxuriate in the advent of five months of football, I choose to focus on the grease monkey.

I use the term deliberately. If it were a description of an ethnic or racial group, it would be rightfully banished from acceptable vocabulary. But in that it refers to a group of workers - mechanics, in polite parlance - who operate on the edge of invisibility, there's no protest to be heard.

These days, I'm not sure if Labor Day should prompt celebration or mourning.

The American labor movement, which gave us the eight-hour day and the minimum wage, among other things, is bailing water from a leaky ship.

One of America's biggest exports is the outsourcing of manufacturing, information-technology and personal-services jobs to the Third World. Call mechanics what you wish, but one thing is certain: Their jobs are too immediate, too hands-on, too face-to-face to be shipped overseas.

Indeed, they join a long list of "anchored" workers - nurses, police, retail-sales clerks, day-care employees, to name a few - whose jobs can't be outsourced.

But what makes mechanics different is their obscurity. They typically toil in the off-limits back shops, where grease and gasoline permeate their skin, engine blades bloody their fingers, and temperatures are often stifling.

Balance all that with the constant demand for problem-solving and critical thinking, and you'll see why I choose to honor mechanics this Labor Day.

for the rest of the article click here.
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SCOOTERS ARE COMING, SCOOTERS ARE COMING!

2008-08-28T22:04:00.000-04:00

Finally, after a long dry spell, scooters are rolling into our shop!!! The Genuine scooters are coming in 3-4 shipments in the next week or so.

If you have a deposit on a Genuine Buddy, please bear with us as it'll take a few days to receive paperwork, un-crate, prep, test ride and make any final adjustments to your scooter. We'll be in touch as soon as your scooter is ready!

We do have a limited number of Genuine Buddy 50s and 125s still available, so hurry in to pick up your scooter for the best riding of the season.

Just got word that our new shipment of SYM and Kymco scooters should also start arriving NEXT WEEK!

The Sym HD200

The Sym Mio

The NEW SYM FIDDLE II

The NEW KYMCO STING

Stop by and check out all the exciting new models from SYM, KYMCO and GENUINE! We have a limited number of each model coming in, so hurry in to get yours!
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Holy Double Vision Batman!!!

2008-08-27T15:02:00.001-04:00

SYM FIDDLE II vs. VESPA LX

Just some pics of the SYM FIDDLE II vs. the Vespa LX. With a 2 year parts & labor warranty the SYM FIDDLE II also comes in at $1500 less vs. the Vespa LX! Stop by Philadelphia Scooters and check out the new SYM FIDDLE II!

SYM FIDDLE II

VESPA LX

Two wheels - better than four

2008-07-26T08:09:00.001-04:00

Fuelproof Your Summer

Two wheels - better than four

With his black-and-red armored jacket and rally buttons across his chest, Bart Weitzman, 51, could be mistaken for a typical biker. He does own a vintage Honda motorcycle, but it's his white 1973 Vespa Sprint 150 that has stolen his heart.

"I get my ya-yas off going 30 to 60 miles per hour - Yee-haw!" Weitzman said by phone from his home in Rydal, Montgomery County .

Weitzman is a member of the Hostile City Scooter Club, a group of local scooter enthusiasts.

His Vespa gets 55 miles per gallon, he said. Compared to his Toyota Sienna, which takes $75 to fill up, it costs Weitzman only a few bucks to fill his scooter's 2.1-gallon gas tank, he said.

That fuel efficiency, scooter-sellers say, is bringing more people through the doors.

Larry Wang, 43, owner of Philadelphia Scooters in South Philly, said business has increased at least 150 percent this year. Wang is having trouble keeping the store's most popular brand, the Genuine Buddy, in stock, he said.

Scooters average between 65 and 75 miles per gallon, Wang said, but he claims that the KYMCO Agility was once recorded to get 114 miles per gallon on a trip.

Vespa Philadelphia is also experiencing a major boost in sales, said general manager Ginger Knight. The store has been on Spring Garden Street since June of 2007, Knight, 30, said. Knight, who used to work at the Washington, D.C. , store, said that Vespa has experienced a 200 percent increase in sales since last year.

"Anybody who walks in could be a buyer, where before you could tell who would buy," she said.

Knight said she asks customers why they need the bike and what roads they plan to take, because not all scooters can go on highways.

Most motor-driven cycles come with certificates stating whether they meet highway guidelines, but each state has its own laws. In Pennsylvania, for example, you don't need a motorcycle license if your scooter engine is under 50 cubic centimeters, meaning it exceede 40 mph. You do have to have a driver's license, though. But New Jersey requires a motorcycle license no matter what.

One major headache for scooter riders has been parking. According to the Philadelphia Parking Authority, scooters must be parked next to bicycle racks or within the property line of a building, which normally means right beside the wall. They also can be parked in parking spaces, but they cannot be chained to parking meters.

ID8 PHILADELPHIA INDEPENDENCE DAY SCOOTER RALLY

2008-07-01T14:25:00.004-04:00

Philadelphia Scooters is proud to sponsor the 8th Annual Philadelphia Independence Day Scooter Rally, July 3-6, 2008!

For more info and registration please go to www.hostilecitysc.org.

Schedule

Thursday 7/03

7pm-12am: BBQ; Registration; Location: Curt and Jeff's lovely home in Fishtown map.

12am: Geiger’s Punk rock DJ Night at Lickety Splits on 4th and South Streets

Friday 7/04

11 am-1:30 pm: Registration; Free pizza lunch and snacks. Sponsored by the Royal Bastards SC and Philadelphia Scooters Inc.; Location: Fountain at Passyunk Ave and Tasker St in South Philly map.

1:30-ish

2 rides depart

Tedford's City Ride to Fort Mifflin
Heather and Jaime's Annual Scavenger Hunt Ride

Evening: Karaoke That Doesn't Suck with Sara Sherr!; Registration and fun!; Drink Specials; Location: 12 Steps Down map

Later: Late night ride

Saturday 7/05

10:30 am -1pm: Registration; Free breakfast; Location: Vespa Philadelphia map

Afternoon

2 rides leave

Sarah and Sean's Long-ish Adventure Ride
Shopping Ride around town

3:30 pm: Meet back at Vespa for free lunch!; Raffle

Evening: Dance Party at the Barbary map; The Ten Commandments: 60's Soul, Reggae and Ska.; Free admission with rally wristband

Later: Late night ride

Sunday Morning 7/06

10 am: Breakfast: $10 for all you can eat buffet; Awards; Hugs and Kisses; Location: Cousin's Coffee Shop in South Philly map

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Scooter Parking in Philadelphia?

2008-06-20T10:03:00.004-04:00

City Council Looks for Scooter Parking in Center City
by KYW's Mike Dunn

With gas prices sky high, City Council is calling on the Mayor and the Parking Authority to find and set aside more parking for Vespas, scooters and other motorized cycles.

City Councilman Frank DiCicco says as gas prices shot up, so did demand for scooters:

"There is a scooter shop that opened up in South Philadelphia, on East Passyunk Avenue a couple of years ago. He is not able to keep up with the demand right now."

Council approved a resolution authored by DiCicco calling on the Nutter Administration and the Parking Authority to resolve the biggest problem with scooters -- there's nowhere to park them:

"I think we need to find an alternative for folks to be able to take their scooter or motorcycle into Center City, which will relieve traffic congestion, and encourage people to leave their gas guzzlers at home."

One idea, he says, is take one on-street parking spot and set it aside for four or five scooters.
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Yes, we have no scooters too...

2008-06-18T23:26:00.012-04:00

Originally found on 2stroke buzz, from Cassandra at Sportique Scooters in Denver -

"We are expecting a shipment next week, a shipment of bikes that are, for the most part, already sold. The next shipment after that is rapidly being reserved for presale customers as well. After that… we don’t really know."

"For those of you just joining the transport revolution, you may need to bring a deposit and be patient for a few weeks. But I promise, it will be worth the wait."

Here's Audrey Hepburn singing what seems to be the scooter dealer's new theme song...

Which, of course, segues to the 'always mentioned in every scooter article' Vespa in "Roman Holiday"

Hurry in! We still have a few Genuine Buddy 50's and 125's available from our next shipment, hopefully due in by the end of the month!

Please bear with us, it's been the craziest scooter season we've ever had. Thanks for your patience. We're doing our best to keep up with sales and service!

Philadelphia Scooters in Philadelphia Weekly

2008-06-11T07:04:00.004-04:00

Stella!: Scooters name desire for Philadelphians these days. (photo by michael persico)

Gas (Conserving) Hogs

Philadelphians are trading in their cars for scooters.

by John Steele

It’s tough to look manly on a scooter. They’re small, they’re cute, they’re popular in Europe. Our car-obsessed cowboy culture should want nothing to do with them. But it’s amazing what $4 a gallon will do to cultural identity.

“The main reason has to be gas prices, but scooters are also very popular in the media right now, in movies and commercials,” says Ryan Targoff, service writer for Vespa Philly. “I think the general populace is finally becoming aware of scooters as an alternative form of transportation.”

The Vespa Philly store at Second and Spring Garden has been here just a year, but already the scooter showroom is having trouble keeping product in stock. Even on a recent dreary Wednesday morning the place was packed with potential customers.

Upon hitting the streets, a young couple tooling around on a red one whizzes up a tiny NoLibs alley, their heads bobbing under helmets. A little farther down, two scooters are chained to a bike rack along Second Street.

A quick jaunt up to Yamaha City, a motorcycle dealership and garage just off Columbus Boulevard, finds a similar scene. Sasha Jancic is loading a newly purchased scooter into the bed of his pickup truck. “I bought a scooter for my father,” he says. “I have a bigger motorcycle, but this is good for him,” he says. “I live in the suburbs, and he can go to the YMCA and back, the grocery store and back, and with a 50cc model, he doesn’t need a motorcycle license.”

Unlike Vespa Philly, Yamaha City is clearly a motorcycle store that has changed its inventory. And according to sales manager Paul Caza, they have good reason. “The scooters are outselling the motorcycles 10-to-1 right now,” he says. “We get a lot of city dwellers and students. On a 50cc you get 100 miles to the gallon. You can’t beat it.”

Despite the positives, some Philadelphians have voiced concern about scooter parking rules. A memo the Philadelphia Parking Authority (PPA) distributed last year to scooter store owners reads, “Motorcycles and scooters are not permitted to park on a sidewalk unless they are against the wall and within the property line … Scooters are permitted to be chained to the bicycle racks but may not be chained to parking meters or sign poles.”

In other words, scooters can’t be parked anywhere there’s no bike rack. So scooter owners may have a tough time. But with scooters quickly gaining popularity, the PPA has explored options to accommodate riders.

“We’re beginning to look into establishing scooter parking spaces,” says the PPA’s senior director of strategic planning Richard Dickson. “That would require some security devices that the scooters can be locked to. We need to protect pedestrians and also accommodate scooter owners.”

Dickson says the PPA is looking to run a pilot program in neighborhoods with high scooter populations to see how citizens respond. But Targoff thinks the PPA may encounter some resistance from City Council.

A bill was already introduced a few years ago to create spaces for scooters, as Dickson described. “There was a study done saying that something like a quarter of all handicapped parking spaces in the city were unused at all times, so the idea was proposed to take a few of those spaces for scooters,” Targoff says. “Of course the lobby being what it is, they ran into some roadblocks.”

But Dickson is confident the new spaces will eventually come to be. “Rest assured, the pilot program for the spaces will be underway,” he says. “However, I can’t give you a definite start date.”

The parking woes haven’t slowed sales at Philadelphia Scooters on Passyunk, a small sidewalk retailer in South Philly, where Glen Hoffman and his daughter Kristen are pricing scooters so Kristen can get around the city.

“I actually have an old dumpy car, but I just park it in South Philly here and never move it,” she says.

“In Europe these are all over the place,” says Glen. “And with gas hitting $5, we’re going to see millions of these—especially downtown.”

The bald, athletic Hoffman makes a funny picture next to the traditional European-style Genuine Buddy model. But still, he confesses, “I’m actually thinking of getting one myself.”

From an Eastern European biker in NoLibs to a tough-guy dad in South Philly, when it comes to scooter riding, manliness is clearly no longer an issue.

“There’s a whole range of scooters you can get, from bombing around town to going cross-country,” says Larry Wong, sales manager at Philadelphia Scooters. “It looks like people are finally changing the way they get around.”

John Steele writes the Green’s Anatomy column on philadelphiaweekly.com.

1.9% FINANCING ON KYMCO PEOPLE 50!!!

2008-05-05T20:14:00.002-04:00

NOW WITH 1.9% FINANCING!!!

See www.sheffieldfinancial.com

DISCOUNTED PRICE ROLLBACK! PRICE TOO LOW TO ADVERTISE, STOP BY THE SHOP FOR DETAILS!!!

SORRY SOLD OUT!!!

Our best selling scooter over the last 5 years, the Kymco People 50 is one of the best built, most reliable, trouble-free 49cc scooters in the market today. Riding on large 16" wheels, the ride is smooth and stable, with excellent stability at top speed of 45mph+. Strong 2-stroke engine, quick off the line to get you out ahead of traffic, perfect for getting around Center City.

The Kymco People 50 is a full size scooter, but with a low seat height. Nimble and well balanced, the People 50 is super easy to ride. Available in Wineberry, Silver, Ivory and Powder Blue.

We still have a few 2007 Kymco People 50s available. In stock and ready to go! Hurry in and get yours just in time for RIDING SEASON!
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Our Shop Buddy...

2008-04-16T21:52:00.005-04:00

Want to add 10 -12 mph top end? Want a better sound? more get up and go?

THIS JUST IN! All stage one performance kits for the Genuine Buddy 50, 125, and 150 no longer void their warrantees if they are installed by a licensed Genuine Dealer. (That's US!) And we have kits in stock and ready to install on YOUR Buddy!

Here's our shop Buddy 50, kitted with the Prima high performance expansion chamber, heavier roller weights, 1000 rpm spring, Sava MC22 whitewall tires, front chrome rack and brown seat and grips. Our shop Buddy RIPS!

Just be careful you don't get a speeding ticket, like one of us in the shop who shall remain nameless!
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Small Scooter Shop vs. The Big Four!

2008-04-16T21:25:00.001-04:00

WE LOVE SCOOTERS! That's all we do. We don't sell motorcycles, we don't sell sell used cars, WE SELL AND SERVICE SCOOTERS! It's our passion and we try hard to do it very well!

Here's a well known name brand scooter where the clutch basically disintegrated to what you see here (yes, even some of the best scooters have problems). The big motorcycle shop told the owner the problem was due to regular wear and tear, NOT covered under warranty (2007 scooter with about 1200 miles on it!) WHAT?!?!??!?

We can only guess that this big motorcycle dealer just didn't want to go through the hassle of fixing this bike under warranty for a scooter customer, or maybe they were unfamiliar with scooters' automatic CVT transmissions???
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2008 Genuine Buddy 150cc International Series PAMPLONA and ST. TROPEZ IN STOCK!

2008-03-30T20:28:00.003-04:00

Just received shipment of our Genuine Buddy 150cc International Series Pamplona and St. Tropez scooters! Fantastic scooters with a powerful 150cc 4-stroke engine with oil cooler, tubeless Maxxis whitewall tires, LOUD 139 decibel intimidator Stebel air horn, excellent handling, two tone paint and custom color saddles and grips.

(click on any of the pics for a higher resolution image)

We didn't think scooters could get any better, faster or more fun than the '07 Buddy 125s, but Genuine has done it again! Great support from Genuine, 2 year warranty and 1 year roadside assistance. We only had the International Series on our showroom floor for a few days last month, so if you missed out last time, make sure you stop by right away!

We also were able to get one Genuine Buddy 125 in the very popular Ivory color, as well as a Red with the tubless Maxxis whitewalls already installed! (usually a $165 option). The Genuine Buddy 125 has been clocked at an indicated 70mph plus!
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Genuine Buddy 150cc International Series SHIPMENT THIS WEEK!

2008-03-23T09:33:00.007-04:00

We're expecting our next shipment of 150cc Genuine Buddy International Series St. Tropez and Pamplona THIS WEEK! They're in short supply, and dealers are selling out quickly. Luckily we put in our pre-order and are receiving 1 Genuine Buddy St. Tropez, 2 Genuine Buddy Pamplonas, and a 49cc Little Italia! (49cc scooters only require a car driver license to operate in PA).

We had our last St. Tropez and Pamplona on the showroom floor for less than 3 days! So stop by and put down a deposit to make sure you get yours, just in time for warmer rider weather!

We also just traded another dealer for a 125cc Series Italia, in stock and ready to go!
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"Coming Soon...." to Philadelphia Scooters

2008-03-22T20:54:00.008-04:00

A roundup of scooters "Coming Soon..." to Philadelphia Scooters! When we're not at the shop, working on scooters or riding scooters, in our spare time we're searching the internet for all things scooter related.

One of our favorite sites for excellent scooter industry coverage and scooter reviews is Dave Harrington's JustGottaScoot.com, which also includes Podcasts with scooter dealers and manufacturers.

As you know, Genuine Scooters has just re-introduced America's favorite scooter, the Genuine Stella in all her 2-stroke glory. (We still have a few left, so hurry in before they're gone!). On the latest edition of JustGottaScoot's Podcast with Phil McCaleb of Genuine Scooters, Phil hints at an automatic twist 'n go Stella Scooter!

Genuine's manufacturing partner, LML was once a joint venture partner with Piaggio, and has the tooling and rights to build the steel bodied LML "Clipper" or what was known as the ET4 . Is this the steel-bodied Stella twist 'n go scooter for 2009? Let the speculation begin...

2009 Automatic Stella?

We're also anxiously awaiting our shipment of the Genuine Roughhouse R50 scooter. Similar to the "Black Cat" with more subtle colors and graphics, we've found this 49cc dual-sport scoot rock solid, and really, really, really fast!!! Pops off the line, and we've buried the speedo on the Black Cat! Can't wait to get on a Roughhouse!

2008 Genuine Roughhouse R50

Over at SYM, dealers have gotten word to expect the retro styled SYM Vogue 50 and 125 sometime in the summer of 2008. We've been very pleased with the SYM quality and reliablity, but the modern styling of many of their current scoots appeals more to the European and Asian markets. With the right colors, smart marketing and anticipated lower price point, the retro looking SYM Vogue is set to compete well in the classic styled scooter market. (Photo courtesy of JustGottaScoot.com and SYM).

2008 Sym Vogue
(and we kinda like these colors)

At the 2008 Indy Dealer Expo, SYM USA also showcased the "Wow Wow", a virtual twin to the most popular motorcycle in the world, the Honda Cub or Passport (CT70?). In the pics it looks like there's no clutch lever, so it may be an automatic or at least a clutchless shifter scoot. We'd love to see the "Wow Wow" on our showroom floor!

Genuine Rattler Buck Ten!

2008-03-21T22:47:00.002-04:00

Remember your first two-stroke dirt bike? That instant burst of power when you pulled the throttle, flying through the dirt trails (or your neighbors' backyards!) Well, here's the modern, street legal, DOT, EPA approved scooter version! The powerful 110cc engine is the largest displacement 2 stroke scooter with an automatic transmission available.

This scoot flies! Instant punch off the line, a wheelie machine with gas charged rear shock, large 12" alloys wheels, street eating - FAT rear tire to really put the power to the pavement. Furious Fast Fun!

...and there's even a performance kit too!
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Highway Cruiser!

2008-03-21T22:05:00.003-04:00

Just received a Kymco People S 250 for the upcoming riding season. A true highway cruiser, the Kymco People S 250 features a powerful, liquid-cooled 250cc SOHC engine, large 16" alloy wheels with fat, meaty rubber, hydraulic dual front disc brakes, hydraulic rear disc brakes to haul you down from those freeway speeds. Dual rear shocks, telescopic front forks and the large motorcycle size wheels smooth out the ride, and offer positive handling and confident cornering.

(click on the pics for higher resolution images!)

We've found the Kymco People S 250 to be a fast, freeway capable machine, with firm handling and excellent braking. One of our favorite 250cc scooters, the People S 250 gives you confidence to ride downashore, and nimble enough to use as an urban commuter, with ample under seat storage and a roomy floorboard. Roomy dual seat to bring your significant other. The perfect second car, the People S 250 gets between 65 mpg - 75 mpg!

Kymco has proven to be one of the most reliable bullet-proof scooters worldwide, with excellent parts and service support, all with a 2 year limited warranty! Stop by the shop and check out all our Kymco scooters!

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Genuine Stella All Dressed Up and Ready to Go!

2008-03-14T22:26:00.007-04:00

(Click on the images for a high resolution pics)

All dressed up and ready to go! Here's the new Avocado color Genuine Stella with Genuine chrome cowl protectors, Genuine chrome backrest with fold down rear rack, and Stainless Steel Moon hubcaps, accented by the stock whitewall tires (Avocado only).

Philadelphia Scooters carries the full line of Genuine accessories including windshields, chrome front fender guards, chrome front and rear fold down racks, chrome leg shield protectors and whitewall tires to dress up your Stella or Vespa PX scooter. BLING! BLING!

IT'S TIME TO GET A SCOOTER!

2008-03-14T22:13:00.003-04:00

Gas prices sustain record run

Motorist group survey shows average fuel prices at another all-time high; West coast drivers pay the most.March 14, 2008: 6:56 AM EDT

NEW YORK (CNNMoney.com) -- The nationwide average price of gasoline set another record Friday, according to the closely watched survey conducted for the motorist group AAA.

The average price of regular rose overnight to $3.28 a gallon, according to AAA's Web site. That's more than a cent higher than Thursday's record and was the fourth all-time high hit in as many days.

Our scooters get 65 mpg, 75 mpg, 85 mpg and more! Fill 'er up is $6 vs. $60! Stop by today and join the Philly scooter transportation revolution and laugh at high gas prices!
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Genuine Buddy 150cc International Series!

2008-03-05T18:06:00.008-05:00

Just in today! Our first two Genuine Buddy 150cc International Series scooters. Here's the Genuine Buddy 150cc Pamplona. A dark shade of red offset very nicely with a rich cafe au lait color seat and grips, whitewall tires and cream lower body panels. Pictures don't do it justice, you have to come by the shop and check them out!

(click on the images for a higher resolution pic)

We also received the Genuine Buddy St. Tropez 150cc scooter. Soothing two-tone blue and blue gray body panels, dark blue seat, gray grips with whitewall tires. Again, you need to see the St. Tropez in person to appreciate the color combo.

Fast and powerful off the line with a full 150cc worth of horsepower. This scoot is fast! LOUD Stebel air horn, you're sure to get their attention. Wider mirrors for full rear view, chrome tipped exhaust and tubeless Maxxis whitewall tires mounted on color matched rims! The Genuine Buddy International series is truly everything you've asked for in a scooter.

Included in this shipment, the 2008 Genuine Buddy 50s, in Red, Seafoam, Light Blue and Tangerine. These colors pop! Once de-restricted, these scoots can reach almost 50 mph! No motorcycle license required in PA.

Spring's right around the corner, so hurry in and get yours today!
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70mph, 85mpg Grocery Getter!

2008-02-29T19:45:00.003-05:00

Here's our Genuine Buddy 125 decked out with Genuine Accessories ready to hit the supermarket! People actually gather around to watch outside the grocery store to see how SIX (6) bags of groceries fit on a scooter!

Philadelphia Scooters carries a full compliment of Genuine Buddy Accessories and Genuine Stella Accessories, in stock and ready to go! This Buddy 125 comes with the Genuine chrome rear rack, Genuine top case, Genuine chrome cowl protectors and passenger footrests, Genuine windscreen, and Genuine front basket.

So here's how to carry SIX (6) bags of groceries on your Genuine Buddy!

One (1) in the front basket...

Two (2) on the "curry hook" behind the front legshield...

Three and four (3,4) in the underseat storage compartment...

Five and Six (5,6) in the Genuine rear top case...

Even Seven and Eight are possible secured with a bungee net on the passenger seat! Scooters were originally designed as Italian ladies shopping bikes. You can certainly get some shopping done with this Buddy, all while getting up to 85 miles per gallon, indicated top speed of 70mph AND free parking! The BEST form of FUN, FUN, FUN transportation for Philly!
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Kymco People 50

2008-02-29T08:21:00.001-05:00

Our best selling scooter over the last 5 years, the Kymco People 50 is one of the best built, most reliable, trouble-free 49cc scooters in the market today. Riding on large 16" wheels, the ride is smooth and stable, with excellent stability at top speed of 45mph+. Strong 2-stroke engine, quick off the line to get you out ahead of traffic, perfect for getting around Center City.

The Kymco People 50 is a full size scooter, but with a low seat height. Nimble and well balanced, the People 50 is super easy to ride. Available in Wineberry, Silver, Ivory and Powder Blue.

We still have a few 2007 Kymco People 50s available at a discount. In stock and ready to go! Hurry in and get yours just in time for SPRING!
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2008 Kymco SUPER 8 - Coming Soon!

2008-02-28T08:44:00.000-05:00

Here's a sneak peek of the new 2008 Kymco SUPER 8! 125cc sport scooter, with large 14" wheels to really carve those turns, flashy graphics and aggressive styling. Stay tuned for a ride review as soon as we get one!

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Tiffany Blue...

2008-02-27T20:39:00.001-05:00

A better pic of the Powder Blue Genuine Stella, fondly dubbed "Tiffany Blue" by one of our favorite customers. There's just something about America's Favorite scooter. Hurry in, they're going... going...

(click on the pic for a high resolution view)
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2008 Genuine Buddy - Scooter of the Year!

2008-02-27T20:26:00.000-05:00

We're excited to share the fresh new colors of the 2008 Genuine Buddys! The first to arrive are the 125 Tiffany Blue, Tangerine and Seafoam Green. You can't beat a Buddy for its seamless blend of modern technology, practicality, and vintage style.

(click on the pic for a higher resolution view)

Improvements include longer, extended mirrors, Stebel air horn (loud!). The new '08 even sound a bit throatier and more powerful (as if 70mph+ isn't fast enough!) And don't forget to dress up your Buddy with Genuine Accessories! Everyone should have a Buddy!

We're expecting the new 2008 Buddy 50's later this week. 2 stroke pop (up to 45mph+) and no motorcycle license required in PA!
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PAIJIFA 150cc 2-stroke Taiwan Vespa?

2008-02-25T16:14:00.007-05:00

The Taiwanese Paijifa 150cc 2 stroke Vespa style scooter. Paijifa Industrial Co. of Taiwan entered into an agreement with Bajaj Auto Ltd. in 1976 to produce scooters in Taiwan. Bajaj had previously entered into a technical collaboration agreement with Piaggio of Italy to manufacture Vespas in India.

The Bajaj Super, Cub and Chetak were all based on the Vespa Sprint style scooters, while the Paijifa scooter looks to be based on the Vespa P series scooter. The Paijifa had a short run, and is no longer being made, but there are a few examples still in existence.

Interesting speedo and fuel gauge, looking more Indian than Italian. You can find more pics of the Paijifa and many other Asian Vespa style scooters at this great Japanese Scooter Blog. Click on the links and check out the Taiwanese T5, some great old Bajaj Ads, and crazy custom Indonesian scooters.

Vespa partnered with many different companies around the world to manufacture scooters. The Paijifa 150 is a distant cousin of America's favorite scooter, the Genuine Stella.
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The Perfect Valentine's Day Gift...

2008-02-14T20:49:00.000-05:00

For the one you LOVE!

Roses are red, Violets are blue,

For Valentine's Day,
I got this Buddy for YOU!

Available in passionate pink, romantic red, tangy tangerine, breathless black and irresistible ivory!
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Scooter Parking in Philadelphia

2008-02-09T09:01:00.001-05:00

So what is the deal with scooter parking in Philly? Latest "unofficial" word is that scooters can be parked within 3 feet of a building, as long as it does not block pedestrian traffic, entrances etc., and the building owner doesn't object. We've also heard that scooters can be parked on bicycle "U" type racks. Scooterists have been getting tickets parking scooters on the sidewalk next to the street (locked to a street sign, parking meter etc.)

You can always park your scooter in a car parking space, but experience has shown that our small light scooters get knocked over, stolen, or even moved by inconsiderate car drivers for that coveted parking space!

If you get a scooter parking ticket, fight it if you can. More often than not, the parking adjudicator dismisses the ticket. In fact, we've heard that many scooterist have been told they shouldn't have gotten the ticket to begin with.

Our advice is, use common sense. Locking your scooter to parking meter, blocking the sidewalk on South St. over the weekend guarantees you a parking ticket. Park on a side street where the Parking Authority isn't as likely to patrol.

And if you're reading this, Philadelphia Parking Authority, scooterists are mostly responsible riders, reducing traffic congestion, saving gas, and making more legal parking spaces available for cars!

Of course, the most important thing to remember when parking your scooter, USE YOUR LOCK!!! Chain your scooter to something secure.
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STELLA UPGRADES!

2008-02-05T21:34:00.000-05:00

America's favorite scooter is back and better than ever! Improvements include deeper, more luscious paint...
(click on the pics for higher resolution views)

...redesigned PX style halogen headlamp...

...Classic whitewall tires on the new Avocado, that stay white!

Genuine "G" embossed super comfy grips...

Sporty Continental Zippy 1 tires on the Baby Blue, Tangerine, Black and Red Stella's. Grimeca hydraulic front disc brakes and new Gabriel shocks for positive braking and firm handling!

And of course, don't forget the bling! Dress up your Stella with Genuine Accessories!

Stop by today and check out America's favorite steel bodied, 2-stroke 150cc, 4-speed shifter scooter! We still have a few left, so hurry in before it's too late!
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2008 Philadelphia Auto Show

2008-02-04T07:58:00.000-05:00

Small is big at Phila. Auto Show
by Marie McCullough
Inquirer Staff Writer

The concept cars, the hybrids, the Hummers, the ultra-luxury vehicles, the ubiquitous SUVs and minivans all got their due.

But the car that seemed to truly capture the imagination yesterday at the Philadelphia International Auto Show was the itty-bitty Smart Fortwo, which has been available in the United States for less than a month.

With a recession threatening and gasoline headed for $4 a gallon, many people who checked out the Mercedes-built coupe said they could see owning such a thrifty, nifty auto ($11,590 base price and an EPA mileage rating of 33 m.p.g. city and 41 highway).

Want even better gas mileage? Get a scooter! We've had a Kymco Agility 49cc 4-stroke scooter that we've calculated to get 114mpg on Philly streets!

How 'bout a BUDDY that'll get you around Center City in style, and get you up to 85mpg!!

Scooters are still easier to park and much less expensive to insure and operate than a car! Plus, they're so much more fun!!!
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SUPER BOWL XLII and Scooters!

2008-02-03T22:20:00.000-05:00

Congratulations to the NEW YORK GIANTS!!!

Super Bowl XLII Champions!

Especially to 1st year Defensive Coordinator STEVE SPAGNUOLO!!! Great job Steve! Steve was the Eagles' linebackers coach last year, is still a Philly resident AND A FELLOW SCOOTERIST!!!

Don't forget to trickle charge that battery Steve!
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Genuine BUDDY PAMPLONA!

2008-02-03T15:45:00.000-05:00

From Kevin K on Modern Buddy, as seen at the Scooterville booth at the Minnesota International Motorcycle Show. A sneak peek of the new 150cc International Series, the BUDDY PAMPLONA!

We're expecting our shipment of the new 2008 150cc International Series Genuine Buddy's as well as the 2008 125cc and 49cc Genuine Buddy's with fresh NEW COLORS this month!

C'mon Philly, get on a scooter! Center City is PERFECT for getting around on a scooter! With our small Colonial one way streets, lack of (or expensive!) parking, high gas prices, stop signs at every corner and SEPTA schedules, the BEST way to get around town is on a BUDDY! Take your BUDDY on the town!
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EXXON MOBIL POSTS RECORD PROFIT!

2008-02-01T16:14:00.000-05:00

Exxon Mobil Posts Record Profits

By JOHN PORRETTO

HOUSTON (AP) — Exxon Mobil Corp. posted the largest annual profit by a U.S. company — $40.6 billion — on Friday as the world's biggest publicly traded oil company benefited from historic crude prices at the end of the year.

Exxon also set a U.S. record for the biggest quarterly profit, posting net income of $11.7 billion for the final three months of 2007, beating its own mark of $10.71 billion in the fourth quarter of 2005.

The previous record for annual profit was $39.5 billion, which Exxon Mobil had in 2006.

The eye-popping results weren't a surprise given record prices for a barrel of oil at the end of 2007. For much of the fourth quarter, they hovered around $90 a barrel, more than 50 percent higher than a year ago.

Crude prices reached an all-time trading high of $100.09 on Jan. 3 but have fallen about 10 percent since then.

Also extraordinary was Exxon Mobil's revenue, which rose 30 percent in the fourth quarter to $116.6 billion from $90 billion a year ago. For the year, sales rose to $404.5 billion — the most ever for the Irving, Texas-based company — from $377.64 billion in 2006.

Do you really want to contribute to this??? THAT'S $40.6 BILLION PROFIT!!!

Do your part, get a SCOOTER! Stop our dependence on oil. Our scooters can get up to 100mpg!
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Avocado and Baby Blue Stellas...

2008-01-31T20:12:00.000-05:00

Purdy! Great new Avocado Stella (with whitewalls), and a vivid Baby Blue. We also have the ever popular Red, Tangerine and Black. America's favorite scooter, in stock and available now at your favorite scooter shop, Philadelphia Scooters! Welcome back sweetheart!

(click on the pic for a higher resolution view)
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Two For Under Two K!

2008-01-31T19:15:00.000-05:00

Here are 2 150cc scooters for UNDER $2K!

First, is the Argo AR150-18, brought to you from the fine folks who brought you the venerable Bajaj Chetak! We just had a customer call us today immediately after taking delivery, to tell us how pleased he was with his ARGO!

Arguably one of the best designed retro "clone" scooters, the ARGO stands out for it's unique features including specially compounded high strength polymers for all body panels, hydraulic front AND rear disc brakes, reliable 150cc GY6 Linhai/Yamaha engine, and is completely compliant with all EPA and CARB emission standards and DOT safety requirements. How many no name, drop-shipped internet/Ebay scooters can legitimately make that claim?

Real fast off the line, stops on a dime. Short wheelbase for quick response and nimble handling around town. With all the added features, the ARGO was originally priced at $2695, but it's time to move 'em out, and the price has been drastically reduced to $1899! Plus the Argo still comes with one of the industry's best distributor support and a 2 year parts and labor warranty! We only have two more of these lovelies, one silver as pictured, and one bright Ferrari RED! Get yours before they're gone!

Looking for a more "Sportbike" looking 150cc scooter? Look no further, here's our 2nd 150cc scooter for less than $2K, the KEEWAY ARN150 150cc scooter.

Stealth matte black finish, front hydraulic disc brake, aluminum floorboards, sporty 12" alloy wheels, grippy 12" sport tread tires and a strong GY6 150cc motor. The KEEWAY brand is a well regarded name in Europe, known for affordable and economical scooters. We sold these bad boyz for $2399 this past summer, now clearance priced at $1899. Stop by quick, it's our last one!

Looking for a great deal on Clearance, Brand New Leftover or Used scooters? Click HERE for Philadephia Scooter's "Used" Scooter BLOG!
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Old Scooter Advertisements

2008-01-30T09:44:00.000-05:00

Just some cool old scooter advertisements and prints found on the internet...

STELLA'S BACK!

2008-01-29T21:06:00.000-05:00

Fresh out of the crate! STELLA'S ARE IN!!! We received our shipment this afternoon, and what a treat it is to have the STELLA'S BACK! Powerful and zippy 150cc 2-stroke engine, 4 speed manual "twist shift" transmission, classic steel body, Grimeca hydaulic front disc brake, Gabriel shocks.

The packaging was extremely protective, and essentially came in a box inside another box. The paint is much deeper and richer and looks to have a clear coat. Halogen headlamps, and Continental Zippy 1's (except for the Avocado with whitewalls in the classic tread pattern). We're excited and proud to again be able to offer America's Favorite Scooter!

The new Avocado is very sharp, yet more mellow and understated than we had anticipated. The powder blue is quite vivid, and begs for chrome accessories and whitewall tires. Black is still the new black, the Tangerine makes your mouth pucker, and nothing says "Scooter" like Red.

Stay tuned for more detailed pictures once we get them fully prepped and ready to roll! Or hurry in an pick up your favorite color before it's gone!

STELLA's IN TRANSIT!!!

2008-01-22T15:08:00.000-05:00

We're expecting our shipment of the NEW STELLA's on Tuesday, January 29! We're getting every color, but a couple are already spoken for...

So...stop by the shop and reserve your favorite color! We're taking deposits. First come, first serve, as we haven't gotten word when the next shipment will arrive.

Click HERE for some eye candy from Scooterville, MN - one of the first shops to get their STELLA's. Originally posted on ModernBuddy.com.
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STELLA'S ON THE WATER!

2008-01-07T17:58:00.000-05:00

We're super excited because Stella's Back! As one of Genuine Scooters' best dealers, we have been allotted a limited number of the first of the Genuine Stellas to return to the US! She's got a new halogen headlight, Continental "Zippy 1" performance tires, and a couple really cool new colors. Avocado Green, Powder Blue along with Black, Tangerine and Red. America's only 2-stroke 150cc, steel bodied, 4 speed manual transmission scooter! Old school cool, tons of fun, miles of smiles!

We've received confirmation that Stella's are ON THE WATER! Hurry in and reserve yours today, WE'RE NOW TAKING DEPOSITS! Make sure you get yours as America's favorite scooter will sure to go fast, so stop by TODAY!
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More Genuine Stella Pics...

2008-01-01T10:33:00.000-05:00

The Powder Blue! One of Stella's new colors for 2008!

The Avocado! Although it's suppose to have whitewall tires. For you Buddy Series Italia owners, how 'bout a matching pair?

LML badged scoots for the rest of the world.

From www.eddybullet.com, UK's premiere LML supplier, as posted on StellaSpeed.
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Series Italia, Pamplona, Saint Tropez!

2007-12-31T08:55:00.000-05:00

Introducing the 2008 Geniuine Buddy International Series! With the introduction of the very popular Series Italia in 2007, the new year brings two International siblings, the "Saint-Tropez" and "Pamplona," AND a 50cc baby sister, the "Little Italia."

If you just can't wait, we still have a Black Buddy 125, and Buddy Series Italia 125 in stock and ready to go! January's the best time for a great deal on a great scoot!
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VESP.....

2007-12-31T08:51:00.000-05:00

As excited as we are about the return of the GENUINE STELLA (and we are!), it got us looking back at the venerable steel bodied, 4-stroke Bajaj Chetak.

One of the largest 2 wheel manufacturers in the world, reports out of India say Bajaj Auto is looking to return to the scooter market, and has introduced a more efficient Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) 2 stroke engine in its 3-wheelers.

In the meantime, we still have one silver and one misty jade green Bajaj Chetak from the last production run, in stock and ready for delivery. Smooth, quiet 4-stroke engine, buttery 4 speed manual transmission, up to 100 miles per gallon! Get your piece of retro scooter history before they're gone!
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America's Favorite Scooter IS BACK!!!

2007-12-04T18:51:00.000-05:00

America's Favorite Scooter IS BACK!!! The Genuine STELLA is back for 2008, available in hot new colors, POWDER BLUE and AVOCADO with Whitewalls, as well as Red, Tangerine and Black.

America's only 4 speed manual transmission, steel bodied, 2-stroke 150cc scooter for 2008!

Philadelphia Scooters will be one of the first few select group of dealers with a small allotment available as early as mid-January!

For more info on the return of the Stella, check out 2Stroke Buzz, and The Scooter Scoop.
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Gasoline prices still climbing!!!

2007-11-09T09:17:00.000-05:00

Don't be a hostage to high gas prices! We've got some great year-end deals on fuel efficient scooters, up to 85 mpg!!!

Check out our Kymco, TGB, SYM, Tomos, and Zongshen scooters on sale at the lowest prices of the season!

Gasoline prices still climbing

Posted on Thu, Nov. 8, 2007 - Philly.com

INQUIRER STAFF

Gasoline prices continued their recent climb overnight, with the average cost of a gallon of regular gasoline rising 2 cents to $3.01 in southeastern Pennsylvania, AAA Mid-Atlantic said this morning.

The South Jersey average rose 1 cent to $2.82, while the national average rose 2 cents to $3.06, the auto club said.

The Philadelphia price is up 14 cents from a week ago, and 29 cents in the last month. The year's high was $3.10 per gallon on average, set on May 28.

The South Jersey price is up 30 cents from a month ago, AAA said.

Plastico Fantastico!

2007-10-15T12:14:00.000-04:00

Come join the Royal Bastards Scooter Club for the first Plastic Happy Rally in Philly!

The Royal Bastards Scooter Club Philadelphia Chapter invite you to PLASTICO FANTASTICO, Philadelphia's first plastic happy rally.

***NEW DATE: NOVEMBER 3rd, 2007***
Time: Meet begins at 11:00AM

Meet up at Philadelphia Scooters (1737 E. Passyunk) for scooter judging and special offers to Plastico Fantastico Ride Participants. Ride leaves at 12:00!

MAP AVAILABLE HERE

Ride with the RBSC through the scenic points in and out of the city as a celebration of every one's favorite petroleum by-product! Come on and bring those 50cc plastics out for the day! All scooters welcome. After the ride stop on down at the Cantina (1651 E Passyunk) for some margarita's and food.

Scooter Show Awards include:

* Best Genuine
* Best Kymco
* Best Vespa / Lambretta
* Best Other

Awards Sponsored by Philadelphia Scooters!

There will be a magnet test to make sure your bike qualifies! If there's a place on your bike where a magnet won't stick, you qualify so bring on those Vintage plastics too.

Come on by for the ride, and pick up the limited edition patch for $5.00 before the Luchadores of Los Bastardos Reales Scooter Club come lookin' for you to rumble! Break out your Mexican Wrestling Masks and come party!

Wish you were here! Feelin' Lucky? Lucky No. 7

2007-06-27T15:14:00.000-04:00

It's that time of year again for all scooterist, mods, hipsters and anyone interested in two wheelin' fun! Come join us for the 7th annual Independence Day Rally in the city where America was born. Check out all the rides and fun at http://www.hostilescitysc.org/. Bring a friend!

Philadelphia Scooters will be closed June 29-July 5 to join in the festivities, and celebrate the birth of our nation. Come out and scoot with us!

$4-a-gallon gasoline is coming to a pump near you!

2007-04-24T18:09:00.000-04:00

Is $4 gas heading down the highway?

By Joe Carroll
Bloomberg News

Whether it's $50 to fill up your Prius or $130 for the Ford Expedition, $4-a-gallon gasoline is coming to a pump near you.

Fuel prices across the country are rising at a pace not seen since Hurricanes Katrina and Rita knocked out a third of the U.S. oil-refining industry in 2005. The reason: Gasoline consumption is climbing twice as fast as last year and will accelerate when summer travel begins around Memorial Day, while supply has been restricted.

Have fun on a scooter and laugh at high gas prices! Easy to park, good on gas, cheap to insure. Join the scooter transportation revolution!

GENUINE BUDDY 125 Series Italia and Red!

2007-04-12T07:11:00.000-04:00

Great colors that just go together! We're expecting a new shipment of this year's hottest scooter, the Genuine Buddy 125 Series Italia. We've only got two coming, so stop by and reserve yours today! We're also expecting the Buddy 50 in all colors, and Buddy 125s in Ivory and Black.
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The LONG RIDE to WKRP Cincinnati Rally 2007

2007-03-31T10:40:00.000-04:00

The boys right before heading out to the WKRP "Scum of the Earth" 2007 Cincinnati Scooter Rally. The 4 Kymcos on the ride include an XCiting 500, XCiting 250, People 250S, People 250. There's also a Burgman 400 and Vespa GTS 250 with the group. PA Turnpike, to US70, thru Columbus, OH then on to Cincinnati. Enjoy the ride and rally guys, and as always, Scoot safe!

Why we don't sell cheap Chinese JUNK!

2007-03-04T11:08:00.001-05:00

A picture is worth a thousand words...

Scooters manufactured in China will get better. The problem is there are too many fly by night manufacturers in China teeming up with unlicensed Ebay drop shippers. Selling only on price, there is absolutely NO concern for quality or SAFETY! We feel many of these cheap scooters are not safe to operate, and many cannot be legally registered in your state.

Do your research, check out your local scooter shop. Make an informed decision, buy a reliable scooter and enjoy the convenience and practicality of a true scooter lifestyle.

Go to your Happy Place.

2007-03-04T10:52:00.000-05:00

SPRING IS COMING!!! Shot a couple years ago, but still a great commercial to get you motivated to go out and ride!

Commercial features some of our New York as well as Philadelphia scooter friends.

SKUNK IN A BOX!

2007-03-04T10:36:00.000-05:00

We got a little bonus with our Kymco scooter delivery!

The poor little guy must have gotten into the truck somehow, and may have made the trek from Kymco's Arkansas warehouse!

A friend took it to the Schukyll Wildlife Refuge, where they it will be released into the wild.

Never a dull moment at Philadelphia Scooters!