I bought this EXACT model Buddy 170i and I must say it is very powerful for what it is size wise. With 2 people on it, we still hit 65mph very easily. The throttle response is great. All facts posted here. Worth every penny.
Very thorough video! Thank you very much. My Buddy 170i now has 11,000 miles and going strong. I live in the Sierras, and the 170cc has enough grunt to go 45-55 up mountain roads, and it is really nice handling on narrow twisty roads. All routine and major maintenance work has been done on schedule, which is important. I enjoy its light weight and peppy responsiveness. I also have the front carrier rack and Prima top-case in the back for shopping errands. For someone used to 650cc sport bikes, my Buddy keeps me well entertained! Worth every penny!
Nice run-through for the 170i. I switched to the low-profile seat and would only note that I can no longer store my helmet under the seat. I hang it from the inside post under the seat instead, as you pointed out. *This is only a factor for riders under 5'0" and needing the lower seat.
Great video! I've had a '22 Roughhouse base model since June and recently completed the MSF course so I'm definitely upgrading from 50cc. I already put down a deposit on a Honda Rebel but still looking at scooters. The Vespa 300GTS has really caught my eye. But where the Vespa seems like a dream scooter for the 300cc and under class, you helped me to see how the Buddy 170 is all I'll likely need plus even a bit more. Thanks!
Thank you for the review, I love the color. Is it possible to buy a TALL windshield for this scooter? (The wind noise is something I really can't put up with). Also, how does this scooter compare with the Piaggio Liberty 150?
I’ve never ridden a scooter and this is the one I’m leaning towards to ride back roads of Oklahoma. I just started looking and I don’t know what I’m doing really. Plus. There are no safety classes available. So I haven’t bought anything. I watch so many videos about scooters but I feel stuck.
Hi first-time viewer. I just bought a 09 buddy 150 International saint trophies style. Spell, check Screwed up. From Cleveland moto. The only dealer in northeast Ohio. Mine has 1900 original miles. Should I consider a new belt and rollers?
I’m not sure if you would be able to help me but on my buddy 170i it starts to lose power at like 70% throttle and I’m not sure why I cleaned the air filter and changed the gas and it’s still happening
I bought this EXACT model Buddy 170i and I must say it is very powerful for what it is size wise. With 2 people on it, we still hit 65mph very easily. The throttle response is great. All facts posted here. Worth every penny.
Very thorough video! Thank you very much. My Buddy 170i now has 11,000 miles and going strong. I live in the Sierras, and the 170cc has enough grunt to go 45-55 up mountain roads, and it is really nice handling on narrow twisty roads. All routine and major maintenance work has been done on schedule, which is important. I enjoy its light weight and peppy responsiveness. I also have the front carrier rack and Prima top-case in the back for shopping errands. For someone used to 650cc sport bikes, my Buddy keeps me well entertained! Worth every penny!
Great video, highly understood. Packed with information and how to’s.
Love it Andrew! So glad to see you doing well!
Nice run-through for the 170i. I switched to the low-profile seat and would only note that I can no longer store my helmet under the seat. I hang it from the inside post under the seat instead, as you pointed out. *This is only a factor for riders under 5'0" and needing the lower seat.
Great video! I've had a '22 Roughhouse base model since June and recently completed the MSF course so I'm definitely upgrading from 50cc. I already put down a deposit on a Honda Rebel but still looking at scooters. The Vespa 300GTS has really caught my eye. But where the Vespa seems like a dream scooter for the 300cc and under class, you helped me to see how the Buddy 170 is all I'll likely need plus even a bit more. Thanks!
Love this video! I’m going to go buy one of these
Excellent video.
What what a thorough videoo!
Thanks for showing how well a hemet fits under the seat! I’m gonna pretend you did that because I asked you a couple weeks ago ;) 😍
I am 220lbs and get my 170 up to 64 GPS indicated, speedometer was over 70mph
Thank you for the review, I love the color. Is it possible to buy a TALL windshield for this scooter? (The wind noise is something I really can't put up with). Also, how does this scooter compare with the Piaggio Liberty 150?
I’ve never ridden a scooter and this is the one I’m leaning towards to ride back roads of Oklahoma. I just started looking and I don’t know what I’m doing really. Plus. There are no safety classes available. So I haven’t bought anything. I watch so many videos about scooters but I feel stuck.
love that color!
Hi first-time viewer. I just bought a 09 buddy 150 International saint trophies style. Spell, check Screwed up. From Cleveland moto. The only dealer in northeast Ohio. Mine has 1900 original miles. Should I consider a new belt and rollers?
What is the six pin port underneath the seat in the 170i model for? (in the position where you at oil in the 50 cc model?
You mentioned unplugging the battery to winterize. Is there anything else you need to do?
How do you remove the starting motor; having a difficult time trying to remove it.
What is the little electric connection under the seat? Looks like some type of 6 prong connection?
I’m not sure if you would be able to help me but on my buddy 170i it starts to lose power at like 70% throttle and I’m not sure why I cleaned the air filter and changed the gas and it’s still happening