What do you think about Tao Tao scooters?

by Emily
(Kinston, NC)

I'm a first-time scooter buyer, and I'm thinking about getting one like this:

http://www.superiorpowersports.com/50cc_gas_scooter_p/sp50sc-cyb.htm

Does anyone know anything about these types of scooters?

Thanks!

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What do you think about Tao Tao scooters?

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Apr 25, 2012

killer motorsports are killer NEW
by: scott

i recentlybought a tao tao 50 cc 4 stroke moped from killer motorsports .not only was i impressed with the price my scooter was under 800 bucks and that was with free shipping but the superb user freindly warranty and outstanding service dept these people have my front brake capiper was damaged on reciept of my moped there going to send me my parts thursday the 26th of this month they sent me a email with tracking number and everything never have i bought anything online before and recieved such a superb service in return i praise killer motorsports and all there affliates go carts .com also keep up the good work guys you got great mopeds at great prices with even greater support ty once again

Nov 29, 2011

TaoTao 17 days new and motor bad NEW
by: AggrevatedNLauderdale

Just purchased a brand new Taotao 49cc scooter from a local shop. I've only had it 17 days. I had the oil changed twice and a maintenance at the second change, as suggested. Today the speedometer stopped registering and it won't start. The shop owner said it may be in the engine. Of course the 6 month/6000 mile warranty is only the carbs, electrics, etc, not the engine.

Does anyone know what recourse we have? It's absurd to spend $690 (plus tax and tags) for something that lasts less than 3 weeks, especially when all precautions were met and maintenance performed as directed.

This is really robbery. The shop said he purchases these from a distributor in Georgia and this is the 4th in a matter of weeks with the same problem.

I shouldn't have to pay one cent for this to be fixed. Can anyone guide me?

Nov 10, 2011

tao tao crap
by: Anonymous

i bought my tao tao atm 50 from familymotorsports........they have the worst service. They have replaced the scooter twice. currently waiting on the third engine. Whatever you do do not buy tao tao and definately do not do business with familymotorsports

Oct 29, 2011

peice of junk, wasted money
by: Anonymous

, My taotao 50, has not run right since day one. one week after getting it, the brake line for the front wheel snapped off the shock post ,and rubbed right through the front tire. and blew, while in traffic, on a seven lane street. two weeks later the speedometer cable, snapped and now I have no mileage or speed.

Then it started stalling and sputtering and wont go past 20mph. The vacuum lines were rotted out[and this is a brand new scooter!!!}so I had them replaced. then sputtering again, new fuel pump, one week later sputtering..... changed gas and fuel filter.. still sputtering and stalling, the guy at the only shop around detroit .. says I need a new carb, so I buy one , well guess what it still wont run right, I've had the thing for three months and havent had one single week without a problem yet. It was the biggest waste of money I ever spent.

I would not wish any friends or family to get one and am warning you too, DO NOT BUY TATAO SCOOTERS !!!!!! the us offices are useless, and say'we not manufracturerer, we onwy dealur!!! in a chinese accent... then when you say you almost got hit because you couldnt stop and flew into traffic, they lose their accent in a heartbeat and get serious with you...
The place I got it from , "provenpowersports.com" wont answer my emails and wont take my calls, they wont evenreturn one message, and they even "LOST" my scooter when it was being delivered. to me so my troubles started before even getting the damn thing...I've gotten ahold of a lawyer now and am waiting for a court date to sue for my money back for this lemon...

Jul 02, 2011

GSMotorworks
by: Anonymous

GSMotorworks is not owned by TaoTao, they just operate within their Georgia facility. They did not have ANY SAY in the building of the scooters, they are chinese. GSMotorworks is USA based. Get your facts straight.

Jun 18, 2011

Best price ever
by: Danny

Just bought mine www.provenpowersports.com
$635 delivered to my door. can beat that

Jun 07, 2011

Plan to care for.
by: Loosegrit

My scooter dealer who sells Tao Tao and Jonway said the engines are the same quality but the rest of the scooter is cheaper made. I have never owned one. But as a owner of 3 Chinese scooters, you need to be a tinkerer, little things will go wrong and must be willing to get your hands dirty.

Change the oil the day you bring it home and at 200 miles and at 500 miles and every 500 miles (or 3 months) whichever comes first after that. Neglect the oil and your scoot will be toast before you know it. New sparkplug every 1500 miles, carb replacement at 5000 miles.

If you live in the snow area make sure you learn how to winterize.

I don't mean to discourage you. I love my Chinese scooter and use it everyday. The fun is well worth a little work.

Jun 02, 2011

Yes, But
by: Jim Zeiser

Think about buying from these guys,

http://www.gsmotorworks.com/detail.cfm?id=844

GS Motorworks is owned by Tao Tao and are a top notch online seller. They stand behind what they sell and have the greatest parts guy in the universe. Plus I think they'll sell it to you cheaper. They include shipping in the price. GS had a lot to say when Tao Tao started building scooters and I haven't heard one bad thing about them since they started.

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