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I am looking to buy a bike, preferably a BMX although I do not do tricks, but I would like to cruise around the city with my pals. I don't really want to spend over $120, but I do want some quality. Haro? Redline? Mongoose? Also, does spray painting the frame of a bike totally mess it up? Thanks everyone! :)
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BMX bikes are TERRIBLE for actually going anywhere. They're only good for tricks. Why are they terrible? They're completely designed for tricks, with a saddle that doesn't get in the way during tricks (not fit for riding comfortably), bars that come high for more controls during spins (you'll be stuck upright in the wind, good luck getting over 15mph or so), etc. You'll be standing up to pedal the whole way (uncomfortable for extended periods) and it'll just be a generally unpleasant experience. If you end up sitting on the saddle, you'll be one of those funny guys I see commuting with their knees hitting their chin on the upstroke of the pedal stroke, hah.
if you simply want to trot along at a casual pace with friends, get a cheap beach cruiser, which might be the only thing you can afford with $120.
If you actually want to *go* places, and go places quickly, you want a road bike. Vintage road bikes can be had for cheap, within your budget, but you'll be put over your budget with accessories (helmet: 20, lock: 20, lights for night riding: 20, random parts you'll need for old bike repair: 20ish). Plus you need to know what you're doing when you're shopping for used bikes.
I pass BMX/cruiser guys all the time on my 1987 Japanese road bike I picked up for $100 on craigslist, in need of about $30 worth of repair. Sometimes, I see those I pass start sprinting in some manly, testosterone-driven spur of the moment competition, but there's no way they ever catch up to me on my road bike with thin, high pressure, slick tires (less rolling resistance).
Also, you said you want 'quality.' There's no way in hell you're getting that with $120 worth of department store bike. Either spend a few weeks learning about bikes, and then buying a used one that'll suit you, get a friend to help you find a used one to suit you, or go to your local bicycle shop (LBS) and tell them your requirements. Your LBS is going to be your best friend if you go in with enough money.
BMX bikes are TERRIBLE for actually going anywhere. They're only good for tricks. Why are they terrible? They're completely designed for tricks, with a saddle that doesn't get in the way during tricks (not fit for riding comfortably), bars that come high for more controls during spins (you'll be stuck upright in the wind, good luck getting over 15mph or so), etc. You'll be standing up to pedal the whole way (uncomfortable for extended periods) and it'll just be a generally unpleasant experience. If you end up sitting on the saddle, you'll be one of those funny guys I see commuting with their knees hitting their chin on the upstroke of the pedal stroke, hah.
if you simply want to trot along at a casual pace with friends, get a cheap beach cruiser, which might be the only thing you can afford with $120.
If you actually want to *go* places, and go places quickly, you want a road bike. Vintage road bikes can be had for cheap, within your budget, but you'll be put over your budget with accessories (helmet: 20, lock: 20, lights for night riding: 20, random parts you'll need for old bike repair: 20ish). Plus you need to know what you're doing when you're shopping for used bikes.
I pass BMX/cruiser guys all the time on my 1987 Japanese road bike I picked up for $100 on craigslist, in need of about $30 worth of repair. Sometimes, I see those I pass start sprinting in some manly, testosterone-driven spur of the moment competition, but there's no way they ever catch up to me on my road bike with thin, high pressure, slick tires (less rolling resistance).
Also, you said you want 'quality.' There's no way in hell you're getting that with $120 worth of department store bike. Either spend a few weeks learning about bikes, and then buying a used one that'll suit you, get a friend to help you find a used one to suit you, or go to your local bicycle shop (LBS) and tell them your requirements. Your LBS is going to be your best friend if you go in with enough money.
Buying a moped and getting a licence in Georgia?
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I've tried looking online, but my scenario is somewhat unique. I am a foreigner (from England) who had a Tennessee drivers license while I was studying in school there. I am now looking to move to Georgia to get a masters degree. My TN license has expired while I was out of the country, and I intend to get a moped rather than a car. My questions:
1) Do I need to retake the tests as my license has expired? It expired in June '07.
2) Do I need to take a different test to drive a moped, or can I drive one on a regular license?
3) Am I correct in thinking I don't need tags or insurance for a moped under 50cc???
I think that's all. Thanks.
Answer
1) As a SCOOTER owner (2003 Piaggio BV200) it bothers me when people refer to a scooter as a "moped." The word moped is actually short for motor-pedal which are motorized bicycles with pedals. If you can't pedal it, it is a scooter or a motorcycle. Scooters are also sometimes called "Step-thru Motorcycles" referring to the ability to step through the space where your legs are while riding.
2) If your license has expired, you will just have to renew it, not take any tests unless it has been over a year in most states so hurry.
3)In most states, any motorcycle with a 49cc or smaller engine is grouped with motorized bicycles and can be used like a bicycle (sidewalks, bike lanes, park at bike-racks basically just like bicycle). Any motorcycle with an engine larger than 49cc's is considered an actual motorcycle regardless of its physical design or riding mount type and you will need either a motorcycle endorsement on your regular driver's license or a separate motorcycle license depending on how Georgia does it (for this you must take a motorcycle driving and written test w/ the DMV).
4)Insurance and registration (tags) is not required for motorized bicycles (49cc's or less) but insurance would probably be a good idea anyway. For motorcycles with over 49cc engines, you must have minimal state-required insurance, a motorcycle license or endorsement, and registration (tags).
5) Bicycles (motorized or not) are required by law to observe the same rules of the road as cars, and many cyclists choose to ride in traffic which is perfectly legal. Just keep in mind that most un-modified 49cc scooters will probably top out at around 30-35 MPH, so if traffic is stacking up on you, just pull to the right into the bike lane or something and allow them to pass just as a cyclist would. There are plenty of modified old vintage Vespa and Lambretta scooters with 49cc engines that can easily exceed 50mph. There are also several newer 49cc scooters on the market today that are somewhat intended for racing and will be much faster than 35 MPH from the factory, so choose the right scoot for your needs and remember to always wear eye protection and preferably a helmet!
Hope that helps!
1) As a SCOOTER owner (2003 Piaggio BV200) it bothers me when people refer to a scooter as a "moped." The word moped is actually short for motor-pedal which are motorized bicycles with pedals. If you can't pedal it, it is a scooter or a motorcycle. Scooters are also sometimes called "Step-thru Motorcycles" referring to the ability to step through the space where your legs are while riding.
2) If your license has expired, you will just have to renew it, not take any tests unless it has been over a year in most states so hurry.
3)In most states, any motorcycle with a 49cc or smaller engine is grouped with motorized bicycles and can be used like a bicycle (sidewalks, bike lanes, park at bike-racks basically just like bicycle). Any motorcycle with an engine larger than 49cc's is considered an actual motorcycle regardless of its physical design or riding mount type and you will need either a motorcycle endorsement on your regular driver's license or a separate motorcycle license depending on how Georgia does it (for this you must take a motorcycle driving and written test w/ the DMV).
4)Insurance and registration (tags) is not required for motorized bicycles (49cc's or less) but insurance would probably be a good idea anyway. For motorcycles with over 49cc engines, you must have minimal state-required insurance, a motorcycle license or endorsement, and registration (tags).
5) Bicycles (motorized or not) are required by law to observe the same rules of the road as cars, and many cyclists choose to ride in traffic which is perfectly legal. Just keep in mind that most un-modified 49cc scooters will probably top out at around 30-35 MPH, so if traffic is stacking up on you, just pull to the right into the bike lane or something and allow them to pass just as a cyclist would. There are plenty of modified old vintage Vespa and Lambretta scooters with 49cc engines that can easily exceed 50mph. There are also several newer 49cc scooters on the market today that are somewhat intended for racing and will be much faster than 35 MPH from the factory, so choose the right scoot for your needs and remember to always wear eye protection and preferably a helmet!
Hope that helps!
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