Your local scooter support group for the Golden Triangle area and beyond since 2006

Contact

Club organizer: Lorenzo

E-mail: rakuchina@yahoo.com

(Contributing writers and photographers welcome!)

34 Responses

  1. Michael

    Lawrence, tried to go to SCGT Myspace and waited forever to load. Gave up.

    Saturday, December 8, 2007 at 2:13 pm

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  2. scgt

    Mike, I will look into it. If the problem persists, please let me know. I did some more updates with the profile last night; just went to the site to check it out and it only took about 15 sec to load. Sometimes the delay may be caused by Myspace itself; but thank you for letting me know. I have learned not to slow down the page too much by making it as simple as I can.

    Saturday, December 8, 2007 at 6:50 pm

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  3. Rebiker/Beckers

    How do y’all look for Feb 23 or 24 March 1 or 2 for our scoot over for lunch and the bridge?

    Tuesday, January 22, 2008 at 11:05 am

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  4. Rebiker/Beckers

    A couple of us will be in your area on Saturday 2/2 – we’ll be going to the Texas Welcome Center (expect to be here by 10am) then coming back through Orange, Bridge City & The Rainbow Bridge to Port Arthur (expect to be here by lunch time) and then Beaumont. In Beaumont we’ll be watching Project Runway and the movie “The Last Hangman” with my friend Michael. Then heading back to Houston about 4pm.

    Any of you interested in joining us on any leg of the trip?

    Tuesday, January 29, 2008 at 10:05 am

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  5. Rebiker/Beckers

    Message for Kelly/Stephen – Jim rose of united scooter riders has a Helix for sale if you are interested – it’s red but a different shade than Marie’s. It’s a beautiful bike and has a hibiscus on the trunk lid. Just a notice if she is interested

    Thursday, March 20, 2008 at 3:38 pm

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  6. David Entwistle

    Hello,
    could you tell me where you are based.
    Thanks
    David

    Wednesday, March 26, 2008 at 3:54 pm

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  7. scgt

    Hi, David

    Thank you for the comment. The club is based in Golden Triangle, Southeast Texas.

    –Lorenzo

    Wednesday, March 26, 2008 at 6:09 pm

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  8. Chris

    My wife is getting into riding a metro from Honda. I have a motorcycle, but want a cheap scooter to ride with her on occasion. Does anyone have any suggestions? I am in Beaumont area, sach@sachlegal.com

    Monday, April 28, 2008 at 10:37 pm

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  9. scgt

    Hey, Chris

    I heard that Larry Elliot of Nederland’s Scootersmith II has a vintage Honda Elite 250 for around $1,500. Go check it out and tell Larry that the scooter club sent you. Then you and your wife can both come and ride with us this weekend!

    Lorenzo

    Monday, April 28, 2008 at 10:46 pm

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  10. Justin Hale

    How do I join?

    Thursday, May 8, 2008 at 9:37 pm

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  11. scgt

    Hi, Justin

    You are welcome to join the club by coming to the rides. BTW, we have one this Saturday, please come! See HERE for details.

    –Lorenzo

    Thursday, May 8, 2008 at 10:39 pm

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  12. Tara

    Hey, Scooter Club. I was looking into buying an Aprilia Mojito 150, but I didn’t know how reliable they were. It looks like a sweet little ride, but it’s not Japanese. :p I was wondering what the maintenance ran and about how long they would last. I figured it would be good for school.

    Wednesday, May 28, 2008 at 9:43 am

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  13. scgt

    Tara,

    I see that you have an eye for the vintage look; and really, the Aprilia Mojito 150 is a sweet ride. When you buy Aprilia, you’re really getting a whole lotta performance, reliability, Italian good looks and great design at a really great price. Where are you about? Please be careful if buying from Craiglist or Ebay. Don’t exchange money before seeing and test-riding the merchandise. You should be the envy of all the girls and boys in school.

    –Lorenzo
    Happy Aprilia owner

    Wednesday, May 28, 2008 at 5:03 pm

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  14. chris

    Does anyone in the area work on Vespa’s?

    Sunday, June 8, 2008 at 10:10 am

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  15. scgt

    Hi, Chris

    No, I don’t think so. Those who own Vespas around here work on their scooters themselves. Things such as tire change and balance local shops like Golden Triangle Cycle Center can do for you. Do you have a Vespa; and is it coming down with something?

    –Lorenzo

    Sunday, June 8, 2008 at 10:14 pm

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  16. Patrick Smiley

    Is there any way that you can send me a picture of that beautiful 1974 Honda XL 100?(without Dennis on it) This was my 1st bike and I have fond memories about it. I now ride my Harley softail on the roads of Chester County, Pa. and wish you guys a safe and happy future riding together. Thanks!

    Saturday, June 14, 2008 at 10:40 pm

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  17. becky

    any suggestions for a possible new scooter owner? I would like to check them out but don’t know what to look for. have the prices increased due to their increased popularity? what local shop due you recommend? I need something to ride to work and the speed linit is 55 in some areas. thanks.

    Sunday, July 27, 2008 at 5:51 pm

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  18. Michael

    Nice site you got here… i like a lot of the tutorials and things you have posted. Check out http://www.scootforum.com and let me know what you think :)

    Friday, August 1, 2008 at 11:25 pm

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  19. Charlie Walton

    Hi Lorenzo!

    First, I must mention that I was offered, and accepted, the position of “web master” for the Houston Scooter Battalion. (Emily stepped down to concentrate on her masters degree.) Please, no congrats, it’s a small pain as I’m sure you know ; -)

    Anyway, HSB is throwing a benefit for Aaron and I was wondering if you could post it on the SCGT site to help us draw attention. There is an official flyer, and you can get a copy from the HSB site. The flyer has all the details. It will be fun.

    Charlie Walton

    Thursday, November 13, 2008 at 5:53 pm

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  20. scgt

    Thanks, Charlie and I just did.–Lorenzo

    Friday, November 14, 2008 at 7:46 am

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  21. Ganer Stewart

    Hey giving a shout out to you guys. Met Paul from Deridder this weekend at BEW, we already have a friend named Paul so we dubbed him “Too Paul” Hope to see you guys at the N. Texas Lakes Rally or at the United Texas River Rally this year!

    Monday, March 30, 2009 at 12:33 pm

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  22. JuanMa

    Hello People!!!! Im JuanMa from Argentina! We have created in our country CLUB HONDA ELITE ARGENTINA.
    We invite you to visit our blog: http://www.elite125.wordpress.com
    We keep in touch.
    Saludos Grandes para Todos!

    Saturday, May 30, 2009 at 6:58 pm

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  23. Patrice Kihlken

    We took our scooters to Ohio and Tennesee this year. Have some photo’s if you want to see!

    PS – we did trailer them there! lol

    Tuesday, July 21, 2009 at 9:44 am

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  24. Austin Scooter Club

    Howdy, Lorenzo! Great site!

    Can you please add the Austin Scooter Club to your Scooter Clubs in Texas link list? We would greatly appreciate it. Thanks in advance!

    Friday, July 24, 2009 at 8:58 pm

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    • scgt

      Sure, just did, cheers! Let’s ride someday!

      Friday, July 24, 2009 at 9:06 pm

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  25. Ron Hernandez

    I’m needing information about a “Honda” moped/scooter built in the early 80″s (I think). It has 2 small wheels in the back. It is in excellent condition other than it won’t start. If anyone knows anything about that scooter:please let me know. Thanks, Ron

    Sunday, August 23, 2009 at 3:40 pm

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  26. Brian Wilkes

    Hey, just a newbie (brand newbie to be exact) close to getting his first scooter, taking the motorcycle training next weekend (sept. 18th-20th) and want to learn about the scooter I may be getting and do some rides as well now and again. Well, look forward to hearing from you and getting with the other members. I’m in Houston, Texas near Cypress.

    One last thing, I’m about to consider a 2007 Scarabeo 500 i.e. used, 8,000 miles, and according to the seller, mechanic maintained. He will include a large helmet, extra windshield, a storage case (though small) and for 3900.00. Is this a good deal? Thanks for your help.

    Brian

    Sunday, September 13, 2009 at 1:38 pm

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    • scgt

      The deal sure sounds tempting, I must say Brian; and that really isn’t a lot of miles.
      Houston, huh? Test ride it yourself first and see if you like it; and then if Apollo Scooter’s (or was it maintained by Eximport) mechanic can back it up then it should be fine. That’s a beautifully made, powerful scooter that should last you years.

      Scoot Happy!!_Lorenzo

      Monday, September 14, 2009 at 10:58 pm

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  27. Sach

    Lorenzo,

    Again, great site. I have checked here from time to time. I had sent you an email on listing a scooter. I have a Buddy 150 Pamplona 2008 I am trying to sell…to make room in the garage. (for some reason my wife has a problem with me owning 4 scoots and a motorcycle…geeze)

    Any, I want to make sure you got my note on the buddy you do have listed in the for sale section. Those warranties aren’t transferable on a Buddy. I want to make sure your readers know that before they rely on it. It is a big source of discussion on the modern buddy discussion groups, because people buy them thinking they are transferable.

    sach

    Tuesday, October 20, 2009 at 11:43 am

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  28. scgt

    It’s done, Sach, and good luck!
    _Lorenzo

    Sunday, October 25, 2009 at 11:45 pm

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  29. John Keckler

    To Dennis with the 1974 honda xl 100, I have the exact same bike, that I am restoring. I am having trouble getting parts.I need a seat and a left plastic side cover. Any idea were to get parts? Great looking bike btw.

    Thanks,
    John

    Wednesday, April 27, 2011 at 5:14 pm

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    • scgt

      Hi, John

      This is really unfortunate, which means you will have to do a little more research on the side cover for your Honda.

      Mr. Sattler, Dennis, ambushed and brutally murdered his estranged wife in 2008 and has been sentenced to 40 years in prison. Very sad. We only met him that day; however he is known by a co-worker who calls him “Cat Man”.

      Read more here: http://www.kfdm.com/articles/years-42160-murdering-sentenced.html

      _Lorenzo

      Saturday, April 30, 2011 at 10:00 pm

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  30. rad rich

    its that time of year again. The art car parade is this sunday at 2pm. Iam trying to get everyone to meet at house of pies at 1.
    the adress is 3112 Kirby houston Texas. Give me a call if you need to 8326878208

    Monday, May 16, 2011 at 8:59 am

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