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MP3 500
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I just posted my MP3 500 up fore sale.
My back has been getting bad for the last 5 years and it is finally at the point that I cannot ride very long and riding is not helping it. So the scooter is going as it does it no good to have it sitting in my garage.

Brandon
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Mp3 500
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Sorry to hear that. Good luck on the sale and on your back!
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Molto Verboso
MP3 500 'JAZZ'
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Think about the cost of replacing it later if and when you do go back. I may need to have my back worked on, and my son will gladly take my MP3 out for an occasional spin.

If you plan on riding again it is worth keeping it since resale is virtually poop, and buying again is a pain. But to each their own, and do what you need to do, but think about the long run and weigh things out.
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The last time I was at the doctor a couple of weeks ago the doctor told me there was nothing to be done at this point except for pain managment. Meaning drugs and do not do anything that puts pressure on my spine. He even said fusing it was out as that would make the damage progress faster up my spine. It will slowly continue to get worse. As it is after sitting or standing for short periods of time my legs will start to tingle and go numb. I had to buy an expensive zero gravity chair for home so I could at least work from home. Not sure how long work will last but I'm hoping a while.
So I do not think I will be getting back on a bike anytime soon.

Brandon
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Molto Verboso
She's an I-talian $$-burning machine
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Take care, first and foremost.
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Molto Verboso
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Well sorry to hear this, and prayers sent for better days ahead! If I did not get a new seat & backrest, could not ride more then an hour either. Either young and cannot afford things, or old and cannot enjoy them! LOL
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Scoot Sold
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So sorry to hear about your back...I feel your pain. Selling scoot IS sad too (double pain )0; Never heard of special chair you got...what does it do to help?
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Gilera Fuoco
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Sorry to hear this but health first!

take care, 8)
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Moderatus Rana
MP3 250 and 2 MP3 500s
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I think you are making the right, tho sad, decision. Hope the pain management keeps you comfortable.
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