Kinetic TFR Moped Review

[@harishkumarko]

We used have a lot these running in India during the 90's. They are very frugal and reliable. Needs little to no maintenance. And yeah they are fun too! Ride hard, ride safe.

[@priyadarshigupta5478]

I went nostalgic.I had this moped, (Kinetic Luna) in my medical school days,(1979 to 1985). It didn't have turn signals and ignition switch.Very frugal and utterly reliable.Didn't break down even once. I miss it now.

[@terryyouth]

it says - Made in India on it. long before - Make in India marketing

[@MallikarjunaKBhadravathi]

I owned one during 1990`s..i used to go to school by this one..It was 55 -45 KMPL. and still a low cost maintained vehicle..under running condition resting at my garage.

[@emmanuelnikhil2582]

Sir if U hav this bike in Ur garage can U get me the spare parts for Luna magnum wings

[@armallya]

I have one exactly like this except it is 1999. Love it.

[@bubbawatson1852]

Mine is 1980. Made in India. Actually tore it down, now painting and fixing it up. Looked just like yours. Keep your gas mixture right, itll go allday.

[@DonCatherman]

Yep I have this same bike..there pretty cool.......mines like new 340 miles on it..just took it out today to get smokes..lol..........

[@CharlesNolanArt]

I love this bike friend, I want my grandson to have one when he is just a bit older. I appreciate your vid.

[@chrisanddave22]

I remember when mine was that quiet. I gutted the muffler and sealed the air box with rtv and stuffed a rag in the air box and now it accelerates about 3 times as fast as it did before and i can do 30 with no problem. Well as long as its not a windy day lol.

[@CottageandCompany]

Chrisanddave22 haha sounds awesome! Thanks for the comment!

[@CottageandCompany]

My pleasure, thanks for watching!

[@ahitunabowl7961]

Just bought one of these year 2000! It only had 150 miles! I'm loving it so far

[@rajeevratnalikar5142]

Yes, we used it since 1976 .. it was very popular ... I had a TFR .. use to ride it double seat....

[@DFX2KX]

I JUST picked one up, manufactured July of 86 (I was born in December of that year LOL). This video helped me positively identifythe model as the marketplace listing didn't say. Same color too. She's in... Rough shape. But hey $50 out the door. On mine the air choke is connected to the bypass/bicycle mode selector for some bizarre reason. Nice to see what it'll look like with a seat and fresh paint.

[@CottageandCompany]

Awesome! Enjoy it! They're a blast. Happy the video helped out after all these years.

[@AshwinKumarPhilip]

Vov my LUNA Purane din yaad aa gaye Thanks

[@Eyedocsri]

Looks pristine.. and seems a bit different and more sorted than ones we used to see here in India. Here we had a bench seat and no kill switch and no blinkers

[@DonCatherman]

I have the same bike as it's only the second one I've ever seen...mine's in the same shape as this one 340 mi on mine just took it out today for a little spin to go get smokes..

[@kyleglenn4893]

Actually that little lever on the left is a decompression valve the choke is on the carb

[@DonCatherman]

Yep you're right..

[@ndbrian1]

Love your moped. Thanks for the nice review. I hope you have many years and miles together.

[@Todraben]

I had one when I was around 15, loved it. Lent it to a buddy who went to get parts for his and it got stolen from him (me). Had a lot of great memories on that bike.

[@tonykartracer8032]

He lied that it got stolen.

[@prasadsugavasi6286]

i 1982 my father bought this luna moped red color for 4000rs .at that time am 14 years and enjoyed somuch to drive this noord it's really fantastic

[@Jrtheth3rdTV]

What year is this? My dad just bought one just like this same color

[@CottageandCompany]

Very cool! If your still looking for a moped, I've heard good things about Tomos mopeds. They are similar to the kinetic, and relatively popular, so you may be able to find one.

[@Azonicracing]

Just an FYI. that handle bar switch is a cylinder decompress lever not a choke, the choke lever is down by the air filter. Happy riding!

[@stanislavkomarek]

my moped is also single gear, but original piaggios hase some models with automatic (scooter-like). for build in the vario transmition you would need rear gearbox with longer shaft, but this is rare to find. have a good fun on moped. I love mopeding. you neve know, wich hill you need push...

[@bassgod8046]

On your carb, furthest from air intake manifold, there is a flat head screw. This screw is the idle mixture screw. That controls your idle, too fast your back tire spins during idle, to slow it cuts off. Your back wheel is spinning which is a way to fast idle speed. You should really tune your carb, or bad things will happen.

[@TH-xo4zx]

started of as friendly advice but ended sounding like a threat lol

[@BiknutProductions]

Nice Video of your moped. Good job describing it's operation. I appreciate your honest explaination and comments.

[@bassgod8046]

Tuning your carb will dramatically increase your performance. You will reach 30mph no problem. To tune your carb, take it out for a 5 min ride, then pull of let it idle, then turn idle screw out until it gets slow, not so slow that it cuts out, then you get to a slow idle, turn that screw to the near highest point of idle. (not where your back tire spins at all)

[@CottageandCompany]

BassGod Thanks for the tip!

[@freespeachrulez]

I got the same exact one, same color and everything. I took it up to almost 40 down a hill and now it is not running right so I guess this winter I will take a good look at it if now sooner.

[@fanzbeans]

I've wanted one forever :o but since there aren't many where I live, I've never gotten the chance to ride one or anything. So recently, I've set my eye on getting a penny board instead, so that's how I found your channel! quite cool.

[@joewyatt7751]

Wonderful little machine mate 👌

[@DonCatherman]

I have this same bike..there pretty cool..get like 80 to 100 mpg..mixed gas......not fast but fun...got mine back in 2008.. in a trade deal....for nothing really..a girl threw it in,, I traded her a pair of earrings she gave me 500$ for them ,,what I paid for them..and said if I wanted the bike I could have it..so I got it for free really....just took it to get smokes today.....they only run 25 MPH flat out..down hill 35 MPH..up hill 20....neat little bikes...mine is identical to this one....same color same year.....same shape,,340 miles on it...like new....... Clean the carburetor every few years and away you go....,,,,,,

[@cyberzonie]

Hi, friend, like your bike, just bought a brand new blue (2009) Kinetic TFR USA moped. I'm getting alot of good looks buzzing around the neighborhood jamming with my iPod....thanks for the video!

[@UltraRegular]

Thanks for this video, just picked one up for free from a guy cleaning his shop. I needed all of this information. thanks again.

[@JLozdrummin]

Free? caught that guy in a very good mood.

[@Didgeman80]

Very cool! When I was younger, I had a JAWA. My friend's dad started it up for me and it was great. I bought it and got it going once and never got it started again :( They're gone now So where is your plate young man?? ;) Not sure what it's like with your laws but in Canada last time I checked, you needed a moped plate, a full G liscence and insurance. Have fun, be safe....don't forget to buckleup....no wait, try to go limp in the event of a crash.

[@fanzbeans]

I've heard of Tomos too, although kinetics seem much more popular and available. As long as they're reliable and easy to use, I'd be down to get one!

[@stanislavkomarek]

Thanks for nice review, The kinetic is made under licence (I believe) in india. formerly it was Piaggio Si (Bravo/Ciao engie is the same). I have a Bravo. it runs great, but my body is a bit heavier than tiny italians, Im with helmet over 220 pounds. So I ordered from mop-shop.de a cylinder kit Athena 70CC and it runs far better.

[@akino007ful]

Had this beauty during my undergraduate days, smooth ride, comfortable ride and easy on pocket.

[@DonCatherman]

I have this very same bike..2003 model....it's a very good little machine.........I just took it out to run uptown for smokes.......👍👍😎.............I love it....had it for many years,,it has 340 miles on it..missing signals tho.....I'm trying to find replacements........

[@peterlobo9542]

Where i get this bike

[@CottageandCompany]

@compchap im not sure about 55,000, but i have put almost 800 miles on it, with no problems at all. Its a long way to go, but its holding up great so far.

[@ramosochoa9680]

Hi , I lived in Los Angeles , I paid 300 for an old the Kenetic Trf , after many years , Right now , both brake shoes are gone. Do you know where can I buy the brake shoes ? Or what is the exact size of the diameter of the brake shoes ?? :) It is very hard to find a motorcycle shop to fix , i guess I have to replace it by myself. Thanks.

[@MrCopilt99]

dude! sick ride!!!

[@r8derz4everjztw1n7]

I've recently scored on a 99 Kinetic that was abandoned, and left in front of a house that was moved out of.I am learning a lot since pushing t backwards all the way home. Any help would be much appreciated.Videos to come soon.

[@DonCatherman]

Easy to work on there's a thing on the rear end you can push or pull and you'll be able to push it forward... I have this the same exact bike... If you got any motor skills at all you'll be able to fix it..

[@r8derz4everjztw1n7]

@@DonCatherman 4 years later but appreciated just the same

[@kevinpip9590]

there is a wiki on moped army,4 percent breaking in,3 percent after that, the clutch shoes are fragile, you can get some parts at treat.tv such as the 17mmx1 puller. the clutch shoes interchange with vespa along with other parts.

[@electrohacker]

they're clones of the piaggio vespa setups, you can fit their engines and rear transmissions to these and go fater, but I dont think they're upgrade parts will fit a kinetic directly due to slight differences.

[@TheScooterdude80]

Thats a cool little bike, Thanks for the video.

[@dancisss]

Awesome video! My next door neighbor just move out and left one in the side walk with a sign for free exactly the same as yours, well not as shiny, so I took it!! I'm going to check it out and hope it works! Thanks for the great video im looking forward to enjoy this new toy...

[@JLozdrummin]

so did it work?

[@dancisss]

@@JLozdrummin it did! I just haven't had the chance to enjoy it as I would like to.

[@JLozdrummin]

@@dancisss Thats awesome nothing like finding ad treasure for free.

[@DonCatherman]

Clean the tank and carb,,a bread tie is the only thing I found to fit the jet in the carb....burn off paper from bread tie..use it to clean the main jet out......be good to go..like I say clean the gas tank and lines really good...and clean the float bowl good to......run like new after.....if you know anything about motors you can do it easy.....take your time be careful taken off carb...you lose the one bolt and pry the carb off easy..don't brake it..... remove screws in bowl..dont loss any parts there very small.... Be careful....you can do it.....8 mm bolt I think on carb.....it's like a clamp fit.... wiggle off the carb slowly...make sure to put air filter back on right to....needs it to run right......

[@CottageandCompany]

Thank you! I appreciate you watching!

[@mrwashur1991]

couple questions...1.)when you take the air filter off is there an actual filter or just a metal thing with some plastic thing with three holes behind it? 2.)Does your rear wheel make a clanking noise? like inside the gear box?

[@SeansChocolates]

my mum had one of these n now im on the lookout to buy an old one

[@CottageandCompany]

for two reasons. I like the look of mopeds, and if i would have gotten a scooter, i would have needed a motorcycle license to use it. Moped do not require a motorcycle license in my state

[@nicholasyoder]

Christies!!! You paid $500! I just bought one for $40. Great video though!

[@kenskater8602]

Glad to see im not the only winter rider.

[@PaulTheSkeptic]

So, you have a new engine or was this a new bike in 2010? Is Kinetic still making mopeds? I'd very much like to buy a new Tomos but I can't find one. No one seems to want to ship one to me and there aren't any dealer around here, in Florida. The only ones I can find are the Chinese ones. Maybe Kinetic might be a good alternative. If anyone knows where I can buy a new Tomos, please let me know.

[@DonCatherman]

Not very common bikes..I have this same bike...2003 I think they are.. not easy to find one....

[@CottageandCompany]

in connecticut the moped must be under 2 brake horse power and have no more than a 50cc engine. Also it must have pedals since the police catagorize it as a bike with a helper motor.

[@anthonysilva8686]

i am trying to find parts for mine but i cant find them anywhere i am looking for a headlight case, headlight lens, and the 2 mirrors, any advice?

[@DonCatherman]

I was looking for turn signals..,,,,idk where or if ya can find parts for um...not very common bikes..I have this same bike.....

[@narasimhamentertainments6992]

nice sound how much price to modify this bike

[@CottageandCompany]

i believe it dependes which state you live in. Also individual towns have separate laws. Research "state moped laws" on google.

[@psikiguy7]

I just start it by going down the hill on my driveway, that way's too much of a nuisance! haha nice bike

[@rajamahendra0312]

I would love to buy if kinetic start producing LUNA once again.. 👌👍

[@elite_wooden]

if you want to buy contact me on whatsapp [phone]

[@CottageandCompany]

@loisloin sry for the late respone, around here where it is hilly i get about 90 mpg

[@Hobbit59-v8b]

Hello ,I have a moped like this ,unfortunately without papers .Can someone help me?

[@ankushrana2152]

effectively created video. great work bro

[@CottageandCompany]

here in Connecticut, anything 50cc and under, a license is not needed.

[@terryyouth]

long before - make in India

[@cspparames9446]

Now Indian using this mopeds younger brother called TVs xl 100 this moped upgraded it carry up to one ton

[@CottageandCompany]

Tomos's are very popular and available all around. Check out craigslist they're always for sale.

[@elias23998]

its ok man, u already helped me a lot...thnxxx n nice video ;)

[@cmoon-moves-today]

Hey! Thanks for the reviews (thanks to you I chose a good cruiser board). I'm currently considering buying one of these (250 miles on it, for 600), and noticed your review is from some years ago. Is it still in a working condition, and if so how many miles are on it? (I know the general mileage limit for cars, but not for scooters) Thanks in advance!

[@CottageandCompany]

Hey, They are very good machines, I sold mine to a friend when I went away to college, and he still uses it to this day. Try talking the price down to $500, in my opinion thats more in the ballpark than $600. Hope this helps!

[@cmoon-moves-today]

Kualalumpar Videos Good to hear that it's still in good shape + thanks for the advice! :)

[@chadsimmons6347]

" HEY KUALALUMPAR VIDEOS " wow bike is a good looking machine ! ive got a 78 honda express and was wondering where that bike was made ? THANKS-4-GOOD-VIDEO

[@DonCatherman]

I got the same exact bike they're made in India it's like a 2003 model.... Mine only has 340 miles on it.. fun little bikes.. mine's the same color and everything.....

[@chadsimmons6347]

@@DonCatherman I was wondering why your bike has such low miles? Does it run properly? Why buy the bike & never use it?

[@Tomlightning]

warning that kenetic is a piece of work i hope he has better luck than i did!!!!

[@DonCatherman]

I've had one for the past 15 years never giving me any trouble... Just got to know how to work on them and love them that's all.. like anything else you'll be down and abuse it it's going to fall apart...

[@jdelakit7264]

I just found one in a storage unit but no key. Where is the secret compartment?

[@THISLOVETHISHATE99]

imma wondering do u know if this bike ended up in michigan if so i think i have it now

[@j1j11j]

RE: features. #1. When getting underway can one pedal to overcome the initial inertia? So I think I am asking whether the pedal feature can be operational while the motor is running and engaged. #2 Are any brakes actuated by the pedals? Thanks, nice video - I am looking at a "1999 MOPED; 150 MPG KINETIC TFR".

[@whitechrist2965]

#1 yes #2 no. Better late than never

[@paullove1970]

#1 correct. Pedaling at first preferred on my 95 kinetic . #2 no pedal coaster brake. Only hand brakes that control hub drum brakes

[@Hobbit59-v8b]

Hallo habe genauso ein Moped ,habe leider keine Papiere oder Technische unterlagen .kann mir jemand weiter helfen ?

[@CottageandCompany]

haha, no problem. Its a great little bike

[@25Celtics]

Just got one. So awesome.

[@MrThiskid28]

very cool bike, i think i will get one

[@TaylorBellemare]

Looking at a 2005 with 500 miles. $425 OBO. how does that sound? Good for a first moped?

[@CottageandCompany]

TaylorBellemare SOunds good!

[@CottageandCompany]

yup!

[@twinhearts2703]

HI, thanks for recommended vid; ) I'm looking at a Tomos Pack'R guy told me 2008, but the miles are over 14,300 on the odometer which is broken- not connected. He'll sell for 450 because he did a paint job adn replaced the front lights. Looks good. First time for any kind of moped/scooter. It's not for road, here in europe there are bike lanes on every road for the many bikes (bikes outnumber cars by far). Is this price and bike/scooter a deal? From the other comments, 325 for only a few mileage.... -.- Was looking forward to the rides. For transport also. Appreciate genuine feedback.

[@dberschauer2]

I just got a 2002 model with 350 miles on it a couple of days ago. Drained the gas, cleaned it up and looked it over. Needs a key or rewire and want to clean the carb. Any good websites for repair advice? Doesn't look like parts are available without using vespa.

[@DonCatherman]

Burn the paper off of a bread ties the only thing I found to fit in that jet on the carburetor...

[@RichardDavid1]

you can get one of these in India for 50$ tops

[@terryyouth]

+Richard David 3.24 made in india! ?

[@kenskater8602]

Sounds like a trip to India could be worth the time.

[@ganeshpoptani93]

90 के दौर में जो मज़ा साईकल और लूना चलाने में था आज कितनी भी महंगी गाड़ी चला लो वो मज़ा वो अहसास वो फीलिंग नही आती

[@fanzbeans]

would you happen to know anything about the puch maxi, by the way?

[@sumo45069]

Yes, I have a CA plate on mine

[@Omkar_Kashyap9]

Is it still available in production in 2018

[@carlos52321]

Not that specific one, but kinetic engineering makes motorcycles now.

[@zwarga100]

Can you stick a plate on it? Thinking about getting on in NY but I'd need a plate

[@rameliito]

Great video i just bought one and when i want to start it its very hard i need to almost jump on the pedal :( please help me !

[@JordanBeard901]

Looking at one of these to buy. Does $375 for a 2002 model with 2,000 miles sound ok?

[@CottageandCompany]

Jordan Beard sounds reasonable. Id try to talk it down to $325

[@elite_wooden]

if you want to buy contact me on whatsapp [phone]

[@abhayakumarrath7795]

I have one kick start model 1995 Luna Super 70cc.Restoration going on, very shortly visible on KZbin.

[@JaxRhapsody]

I've got a 2005 TFR I need o fix up. I'm getting a 100cc kit for it. Ae you on mopedarmy?

[@vintagemotoseattle]

ok kidding aside. thanks for the share. never seen these indian bikes.

[@charlietuten4420]

there is a toolbox in the back too.

[@CottageandCompany]

Thank you!

[@elias23998]

do you think it will be allowed in mumbai, maharashtra, india...??? for a 15 year old...

[@iduncan5424]

How much would somthing like this run for? Im not looking for speed or performance, i just want it to get me where im going. Great video by the way!

[@c.k.8310]

Pedal mopeds drive around between 25-35mph

[@DonCatherman]

I have the same exact bike... I wouldn't sell it for less than $800 to $1,000...

[@paulmiller8367]

looking to buy one 50cc at one time i head 2 mopeds

[@elliotfrancis9503]

Hey man how do you find out how old your TFR is? I just got one and trying to work out what year it might be! Thanks bro!

[@CottageandCompany]

Sorry man, I'm unsure if there is a way to tell. Your best bet is to attempt to research any serial numbers on the bike. With it being hard core Indian, It may be hard to do. Good luck!

[@tcbecht88]

There's a manufacture date stamp right by the serial number

[@pheenix42]

How reliable is it? I'm considering something like this, but need to know it won't crap out on me... =D

[@elias23998]

nice video is a 15 yr old person liable to use this??? reply fast

[@chethanpyldar6915]

500 $. Please go through the TVS mopped TVS-XL 100. Just check the prize in India and futures, TVS made a engine with Fi variant in Mopped.

[@67stefanstefan]

I have a same Moped modificated to 72 cc and she has 2 gears

[@CottageandCompany]

stefan sarkozi nice!

[@kiney0713]

where did you buy this and how much did it cost?

[@bubbawatson1852]

You can find them. From rough 100$ To very nice. 500$ Show like..1400$

[@vijaypoudel9095]

super i want to take like this wow class

[@davidbucklew804]

Love it!

[@CottageandCompany]

haha, fortunately here in Connecticut i dont need plates! Sorry to hear about your JAWA haha