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a 250 for running about the town.
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The 250 is a motorcycle A class the other is a Trike do you have both driverlincenses
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I love my MP3/250, also use going back and forth to work.
I only use the MP3/500 ABS for Long Rides.

My prediction, many MP3/500 owners will pick up a MP3/250 as a commuter when the opportunity presents itself.
Very economical MPG, all the engine parts are similar to GTS/GTV and other 250cc bikes.

I just added the Piaggio Gel Seat, and with the Mini Cooper Tire on the rear, it is very comfortable ride.

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The 250 is a motorcycle A class the other is a Trike do you have both driverlincenses
Yes, held my car licence for 41 years and my full bike licence for 35 years. Thanks for your concern 8)
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Never seen your chrome front bumper and top case mount before over here on your other MP3. A UK design?
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Never seen your chrome front bumper and top case mount before over here on your other MP3. A UK design?
No, not British but German. They are done by a company called Fehling.

http://www.fehling.de/index.php?content=preise&markenid=9&lang=eng&PHPSESSID=00c073252a08af44029bb656dc061f1d
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Finally got around to opening up and having a look-see in the engine and the rest of the bike. Bad move Discs (rotors), brake pads, rollers, belt, etc all need replacing. This little nine year old is going to feel brand new by the time I'm finished with it. 8)
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Finally got around to opening up and having a look-see in the engine and the rest of the bike. Bad move Discs (rotors), brake pads, rollers, belt, etc all need replacing. This little nine year old is going to feel brand new by the time I'm finished with it. 8)
How many miles are on it?
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sixpence wrote:
Finally got around to opening up and having a look-see in the engine and the rest of the bike. Bad move Discs (rotors), brake pads, rollers, belt, etc all need replacing. This little nine year old is going to feel brand new by the time I'm finished with it. 8)
How many miles are on it?
25,000. Most of which were done in London. So lots of stop - starting in it's long life.
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After a few months of saving and searching I've finally got the crash bars I wanted.....

and a new seat 8)
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Looks nice! Just curious how much you notice the difference in engine size?
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Looks nice! Just curious how much you notice the difference in engine size?
Not a lot 'cause the 250 is used mostly in the town, I keep the 500 for longer journeys. HTH

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