Model No - DB125T-26.
I know, I know. Most people say: "Don't buy DirectBikes, that will break."
I'm not trying to advertise them, but we have no problem with the scooter.
The reason I say this, because I couldn't find info on many forums about this model.
So for those lucky scooter drivers who got the same scooter, let me tell about our experiences.
1. It came in 1 peace. We did not have to assemble it. The only job was to screw up the top box for the back and later the number plate.
2. Not sure why, but our scooter's throttle twistgrip is not very smooth when speeding up. There is a little gap (dead zone) between speeds. But the 125cc 4-strokes engine is quite powerful.
3. In 5 days we use £4 for fuel (unleaded) --> £15-20/month. And this is good. We save a £100 on the public transportation every month.
4. After 1 year of regular use, the front light bulb gave up. It was a bit tricky to figure out how to remove the front panel to be able to fix the light. Too bad there was now manual handbook with the purchase. But if you like to DIY (do it yourself) = save money on service, than it is fun.
5. Changing engine speed: Be careful when you adjust the throttle cable at the carburetor end. The locking nut and everything else there is made from aluminium - not steel. If you not careful you can damage the thread of the bolt and that sucks.
6. Today I noticed that the air filter housing was loose. Probably from the shaking a small piece of metal broke off on the bottom of the housing, that supposed to keep it tight with the body. Thanks to my habit, not to throw away my junk, I found a similar piece of metal and fixed it.
So all I'm saying is that these scooters are not as bad as so many people "advertise" them. If you take care just a little bit, it will give you a service for a couple years or maybe more. I guess that is worth £800.
