Genuine Scooters Buddy 50 Walkthrough

In depth look at the Genuine Buddy 50.

[@BonniDiana]

Thank you for this video! I’ve had my buddy for a few months and I’ve learned some great tips and tricks from this!

[@VespaPortland]

Glad it helped! Thanks for watching!

[@LilKimRobot]

Thank you. I'm getting a Genuine RH Sport soon and this walkthrough was thorough and informative.

[@VespaPortland]

Awesome! Someday we’ll do a walkthrough of that one too but they’re pretty similar. Enjoy your new scooter!

[@ChelseaSalomone]

This was really helpful! Very clear and thorough explanations- perfect for a first time scooter owner. Thanks so much!

[@VespaPortland]

You’re welcome! Hope you have a great time riding.

[@jeffreyweldon6903]

Awesome job Andrew! The Buddy scooters look like a great value for money! Might have to add one next to my new Vespa for my wife to enjoy....many thanks!

[@VespaPortland]

Thanks Jeff!

[@ogobby]

Extremely helpful! You also talked me out of getting the 125cc!

[@VespaPortland]

Well hopefully that means you’re getting the fuel injected 170cc Buddy!

[@carmell71]

I have a 2012 Buddy 50 that I bought new. I ride it alot in the summer and fall. (Michigan) I replaced the battery with a Lithium Ion battery. That and the spark plugs are the only thing I've had to do. I use premium gas, Royal purple oil, & once in awhile, put a capful of Seafoam cleaner in the tank. I absolutely love it.

[@VespaPortland]

Great scooter! Thanks for watching.

[@davva360]

Useful video. Picking my Buddy up tomorrow hopefully.

[@VespaPortland]

Congrats! Hope you have a great time riding it around.

[@49684]

Great detailed walkthrough, Thank you.

[@VespaPortland]

You’re welcome. Thanks for watching!

[@jaysec6377]

Thanks for the tips, got mine in white yesterday and love it and this video was very insightful

[@VespaPortland]

Congrats and thanks for watching!

[@janesta786]

How is your experience so far?

[@jaysec6377]

@@janesta786 honestly great, hasn’t been bad on upkeep although I do have a small shed to protect from rain and snow so would recommend a cover if that option isn’t available

[@janesta786]

@@jaysec6377 thanks for the quick reply! One last thing, is this for one person? I'm looking to be able to ride with a friend.

[@jaysec6377]

@@janesta786 2 can ride, and it even has foot rest built in for the second person, I’ve personally never done it but others in my town have, just double check your model before buying to be sure

[@kenseycater8247]

This video confirmed my decision to buy!!!

[@VespaPortland]

Awesome! Thank you for watching and enjoy your scooter!

[@usernamemykel]

I LOVE mine!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@johnniejohnson6715]

I have a 2006 ,, bought new . Hand done all my own service work . Just changed all fluids . It has 35,600 miles . Just recently had to replace front tire . Gets 100 miles to the gallon .

[@VespaPortland]

That’s awesome! The buddy is a great scooter.

[@energyvampire1672]

Great video ! you sold me on this I'll be buying one soon :D !

[@VespaPortland]

Hope you're still enjoying it!

[@lisatutler-jones5992]

Nice video! I live in SC and just starting my research. I don't anticipate driving everyday. Should I find something with fuel injection vs a carburetor?

[@VespaPortland]

Sorry! Thought I wrote back to this. If you’re not going to ride for a week or more at a time, fuel injection is your best bet. Good luck on the search!

[@Vernonnn]

so thorough, thank you!

[@VespaPortland]

You’re welcome! Thanks for watching!

[@brentlybaird4974]

I live near Toledo, OHIO. Is there a deal near me that carries The GENUINE BUDDY MOTOR SCOOTERS line?

[@VespaPortland]

www.genuinescooters.com/dealers.html Check that out!

[@tamanimania]

Great video! Thank you!

[@VespaPortland]

You’re welcome! Thanks for watching!

[@charkswitlazers]

Do air horns fit this scooter? Just ordered a Buddy 50 from Vespa Motorsport and it has yet to arrive from the warehouse. I see an aftermarket one on your website but unsure if it will fit the Buddy or if the 50 will even generate enough power to run it.

[@VespaPortland]

They do fit! The big loud air horn that sounds like a train.

[@michaelgonzalez6331]

I have just purchased a Buddy 50 International. Can I use Motul 75W-140 gear oil instead of 85W-140?

[@VespaPortland]

Best bet is to stick with what the manufacturer recommends.

[@matts4381]

Can you do a video on how to access and clean the carb on the buddy50? Thanks

[@VespaPortland]

That would be a bit tough to fit in with the time it takes to do a video/customers waiting on their bike. You may find something like that o the channel called Mitch's Scooter Stuff, or Vespa Motorsport's channel. Thanks for watching!

[@goaway1932]

the scooter I got has a plug in charger.. what is it for?? also.. if not ran for awhile.. can I put carb cleaner in ot or does it have to go to the shop?

[@VespaPortland]

You could have a cigarette style 12V charger or a USB port. Depends on the year. As for the carb, best bet is to take it into a shop.

[@johnd1536]

I live in a part of a state where I don't have access to a brick n mortar store to purchase a buddy 50. Any suggestions?

[@VespaPortland]

Find the closet one, and then see if they know of a good shipper who can bring it out to you. Expect to pay $500-1000 extra for that though. Transport is not cheap.

[@JosephByrd-bl8sh]

My 2019 buddy 50 it started jerking is I take off and it's gotten worse as you riding down the road and started making a whining noise and it's making a flopping noise I don't know if it's got a built in it for the shaft drive can someone please give me some feedback on this

[@VespaPortland]

Sorry to hear that. Get it over to your local shop to take a look.

[@sugapop141]

What kind of 2 stroke oil do we use for it?

[@VespaPortland]

Our recommendation is in the video. Motul 510 or 710. Your choice.

[@user-dk6yo2pd1e]

I recently got the buddy 50 I'm 350 (slimming down more every day) am I screwed on riding this?

[@VespaPortland]

Technically you’re over the GWVR limit but even I am at 250. If I remember correctly it’s best if the rider isn’t over 220. That said, I don’t think the bike is going to spontaneously burst into flames but try not to give the bike full throttle on hills because it’s already giving a lot of effort to carry riders like us. Congrats on slimming down! Let the bike be your motivation on days when you’re not motivated? Thanks for watching and enjoy that scoot.

[@cindyan07]

how often do you advice riding it at minimum to keep the carborator happy ?

[@VespaPortland]

Probably every 1-2 weeks.

[@roamereasy9737]

Once a week at least. Meanwhile, race your scooter monthly.

[@glenmo1]

Genuine Scooter manufactures their own Brand 2 cycle synthetic oil .. THATS THE ONLY OIL I USE I installed a prima windshield ..gained 5mph top end then I installed a "Soooterworks" NON catalytic exhaust..keeps engine running cooler.. less restriction gives me 5 mph faster on the top end... Sounds cool also... Between the windshield and the aftermarket exhaust I gained 10 mph top end! ( No rejet carb ) BTW all speedometers on all scooters read 5 miles an hour faster than you're actually traveling

[@VespaPortland]

Genuine oil is good stuff. Thanks for watching.

[@deanjollow2892]

As a dealer,do you have a Canadian contact? Well done video as well. I need one of those…yamaha quit exporting the zuma50 to Canada, not much choice now . The 2 stroke is old school,I like that. Thanks

[@VespaPortland]

Hey there thanks for watching! Don’t know who imports the PGO scooters in Canada. Here in the US a Genuine Scooters in Chicago. Maybe you can buy one over here and then ride it across the border and have a great story to tell when you get home.

[@deanjollow2892]

@@VespaPortland I’d better do some homework…thanks

[@codynalley5021]

How do you check the oil on a buddy 50

[@VespaPortland]

Open the cap under the seat next to the gas. Fill it almost to the top. About 1 inch from the top.

[@habashaabdulhafidh8457]

How does this scooter fare with weather, rain, snow, etc?

[@VespaPortland]

No problem in the rain! I don’t recommend riding in the snow on anything.

[@CartoonForFood]

I keep asking without answers. When you say after break-in you can get increased speed up to 40-45 mph. How and why can this happen?

[@VespaPortland]

After the initial break-in you can have the scooter derestricted. Derestriction removes a ring in the transmission. That ring basically keeps the drive belt from reaching the outer edges of the variatior sheaves. Those outer edges are where the belt needs to get to reach those higher speeds. Think of a 10 speed bicycle and how you need to get to the outermost edges of the largest gears to attain the highest possible speeds. Hope that helps!

[@CartoonForFood]

@@VespaPortland Thank you for the information. I really appreciate your response and help.

[@stephenwhaley3716]

Can you swap out a 50cc for a 125cc engine on a Buddy 50i?

[@VespaPortland]

Haven't tried! Most people just trade in their 50 and jump up to the next larger size of scoot. Good luck!

[@JulitoPapitoo]

If you're the manager/owner of this dealership, how did you get it started? I love scooters, I buy and sell them, ride them, and I want to start my own dealership one day in NY. Any tips or advice? Thank you.

[@VespaPortland]

Got tired of my lousy corporate job, got an SBA loan and purchased an existing dealership. The former owners were ready to retire. Finding that kind of timing may be tough. Could also reach out to the manufacturers you’d like to represent directly.

[@JulitoPapitoo]

@@VespaPortland Good for you man, best of luck and thanks for the advice! I just bought a RH50 sport and its been awesome so far. 2 stroke all the way, especially for small displacement engines.

[@VespaPortland]

Enjoy the summer!

[@BornagainE]

What kind of headlight is there? Is there an LED kit available?

[@VespaPortland]

The headlight is halogen. No LED kit available that we know of.

[@BornagainE]

@@VespaPortland thank you

[@darcychu9652]

@@VespaPortland Depends upon the type of halogen light bulb, there are LED H4, H7, H1 etec. available for cars could be installed on scooters if is of the same type.

[@usernamemykel]

I !believe that the only bit of info you left out, is the horsepower. What is the horsepower rating, please? Thanks

[@VespaPortland]

Whoops. 2 horsepower.

[@usernamemykel]

@@VespaPortland Thanks, but are .you SURE that it's not 3.1 HP????

[@VespaPortland]

The title shipped from Genuine says 2 HP.

[@usernamemykel]

@@VespaPortland Sorry that I'm late with my "Thank you". I LOVE my "Buddy". Question - I've a scratch on the plastic fairing - would I be able to use a compound and buff it out, as I do on my truck?

[@VespaPortland]

Not sure!

[@caduceus33]

Can I drain the gas and carry the Buddy laying down in my Geo Metro?

[@VespaPortland]

Wouldn’t recommend it. Oil may leak as well. But we have seen people transport scooters like that.

[@caduceus33]

@@VespaPortland Ok, thanks!

[@wilberthewett2256]

Do yall have three wheels also if so what's the price

[@VespaPortland]

Three wheel scooters? We have the Piaggio MP3 500. It has 3 wheels but does not hold itself up like a Spyder or Ryker. It acts like a 2 wheeler vehicle when riding.

[@rimonshamon8607]

Hi, do you need a special license to ride it or just c class? thank you

[@VespaPortland]

It depends on your state’s local laws. In Oregon and Washington you need only a drivers license. In California you need a full motorcycle endorsement. In Nevada I think you can just ride it with nothing. Check your states local moped laws.

[@rimonshamon8607]

@@VespaPortland thank you 🙂

[@blackwhirlwind1245]

@@VespaPortlandmotorcycle license for 50cc scooter in California?😂😂I bet these 50cc scooter probably not selling well in that state.

[@VespaPortland]

You’re right! 50s do terribly down there.

[@rchiea]

My Buddy 50 International has a ringing sound is that normal?

[@VespaPortland]

When do you hear the ringing?

[@rchiea]

Accelerating over 20, its 4 days old, I’ve put 30 miles on it

[@usernamemykel]

@@VespaPortland When his wife calls to pick up a gallon of moo juice.

[@508films.]

THANK YOU

[@VespaPortland]

Hey! Thank you for watching!

[@stevenarmbrust6875]

Can this move a bigger guy like me? 275 lbs)

[@VespaPortland]

It can be done but you’d want to check the oil levels more often because the extra weight will take a toll on the scooter by adding more heat while riding.

[@newworld5952]

How mamyiles will these last for

[@VespaPortland]

Highest miles we've seen on a Buddy so far was 31,000.

[@CivilRepair]

8:00 It's the worst when people wrong you.

[@VespaPortland]

😆

[@49684]

I’m definitely sold on the buddy or roughhouse.

[@VespaPortland]

They are both great scooters. Go sit on them at your local dealer and see which is more comfortable. Thanks for watching!

[@CanonRhino]

do yall have these right now ?

[@VespaPortland]

Always!

[@CanonRhino]

@@VespaPortland sweet!

[@glenmo1]

Install a scooter works non-catalytic converter exhaust system on your buddy 50...$130 .. you will increase your top end speed by 5 mph I also purchased a primo windscreen windshield and gained another 5 mph.. my buddy50 now does 40 to 43..(GPS measured.. all scooter speedometers read 5 mph faster than they actually going) .. I can do 45 on a slight downgrade in 50 to 55 down a steep hill another great thing about the scooter works non-catalytic converter it allows your engine to run much cooler which is better for the longevity of the engine

[@VespaPortland]

Thanks for sharing your info and for watching!

[@vandezcm]

I. Want. One. Ok. I. Like. It

[@VespaPortland]

Come on by!

[@usernamemykel]

@@VespaPortland He means "Come on, buy!!!!"

[@XD9scCC]

Ha! Three dollars for premium for a fill up he says. When was this video made? 2020?

[@VespaPortland]

It’ll be back to that soon enough. For now, $8!