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I just had an Achilles Platinum 7 CT mounted on the rear of my 400 and a Hoop on the front and must say, my mechanic is incredible. If you are ever in Grand Junction and need some work, tell Ace at Grand Valley Power that Scott sent you. In the past, Ace quoted me $20 for a tire change, wheel off the bike. This time, I approached him about dark siding my 400. He said he had tried to dark side a scooter in the past without luck but, would be willing to try again. He even said he would charge the same he usually does, knowing there would probably be extra work involved. I told him I would pass on what has been reported here for pointers. One day later and, I had both tires back. As others, he put it in the sun, lubed the tire/rim (he was able to get it to seat with silicone spray), and had to take it to around 100 psi. He not only got them back to me quickly but, only ended up charging me $22 and change, including tax for both tires! I don't know if he'll give everyone such a deal but, you know he won't be outrageous.
So far, I have a mixed review after only a few miles. Generally, the handling and feel are good although, somewhat different. The only concern I have is a sort of low frequency wobble at interstate speeds. However, I also have a steering bearing going bad (it has formed a detent at center) and had tightened it some, as the front end was getting loose. I think this accentuated the influence of the detent and may be the cause of the wobble. I also want to experiment around with air pressures.
In the thread, "My First Rear Tire Change (winter day project)" the OP mentioned having to cut away some plastic on the underneath side of the seat box for the tire to clear. I found I was able to angle in the tire/wheel and, with a little shoving, force it past with no cutting. I also put new brake pads while things were apart.
Later in the day or perhaps, tomorrow I'm going to mount up my new GoPro 3+ Silver edition and try 'er out! (All getting ready for a Colorado tour with other maxi scoots, next month.)
So far, I have a mixed review after only a few miles. Generally, the handling and feel are good although, somewhat different. The only concern I have is a sort of low frequency wobble at interstate speeds. However, I also have a steering bearing going bad (it has formed a detent at center) and had tightened it some, as the front end was getting loose. I think this accentuated the influence of the detent and may be the cause of the wobble. I also want to experiment around with air pressures.
In the thread, "My First Rear Tire Change (winter day project)" the OP mentioned having to cut away some plastic on the underneath side of the seat box for the tire to clear. I found I was able to angle in the tire/wheel and, with a little shoving, force it past with no cutting. I also put new brake pads while things were apart.
Later in the day or perhaps, tomorrow I'm going to mount up my new GoPro 3+ Silver edition and try 'er out! (All getting ready for a Colorado tour with other maxi scoots, next month.)