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09-01-2011, 06:41 PM
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Join Date: Feb 2010
Location: CT
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Motorized bikes on vineyard and block island?
Didn't know which forum to ask this question. I was thinking of throwing together a bike with a 49cc motor I just acquired, to get to different spots on Block island and maybe bring to Vineyard next year. I know in Massachusetts if it's less than 50cc it doesn't qualify as a moped, but I was wondering if this would be a legal way to get around on the block and vineyard? Anyone ever seen any motorized bikes on these islands? When I went to Nantucket I remember lots of mopeds and moped rental places.Any info on the legality of this is greatly appreciated. 
I was also going to add a freewheel on the rear tire so I could pedal it as well when not running the motor. |
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09-01-2011, 07:38 PM
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Join Date: Jun 2004
Location: Sturbridge MA
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I wouldn't see a problem on block especially in the off season.
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Everything is better on the rocks.
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09-01-2011, 08:52 PM
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Join Date: Oct 2005
Location: RI
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You are not allowed to run the motor on any of the dirt roads on block, so being able to pedal would be good. Mopeds are barred from the dirt roads. Otherwise you should be fine.
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09-01-2011, 11:58 PM
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Join Date: Feb 2010
Location: CT
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Right on thanks for the input guys! Should be a fun project, I'll post up some pictures when I'm done. I tore an engine outta one of those pocket bikes. Just have to find another bike because I don't want to cut up my canal cruiser.
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09-02-2011, 07:34 AM
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Join Date: Feb 2011
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Bring a spare tire or two to block. The unpaved roads are pretty gnarly.
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09-02-2011, 10:01 AM
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Registered Grandpa
Join Date: Nov 2003
Location: east coast
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Imho, the moped rentals ruined BI.
I saw a cool scotter/bike hybrid the other day that has large
bike wheels and is pushed like a scotter. Looks like it could
get up some real good speed with little effort.
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09-02-2011, 02:49 PM
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Join Date: Oct 2005
Location: RI
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Quote:
Originally Posted by justplugit
Imho, the moped rentals ruined BI.
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Yes, Yes, and Yes. Get out the **** way!!!! |
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09-03-2011, 08:36 PM
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Join Date: Sep 2001
Posts: 7,649
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Quote:
Originally Posted by justplugit
Imho, the moped rentals ruined BI.
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Man do I agree...and they do a number here on MV as well. The clog up the roads and make it unsafe for all. At least we have bike paths but Mopeds can't use them.
Drive a truck, or walk, that is my suggestion. |
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09-03-2011, 12:04 PM
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Join Date: May 2001
Location: Rhode Island
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I did the traditional bike with a trailer a few times. You gotta be in really good shape for that.
Call a cab, have them drop you off a couple of hours before dusk and pick you up at a predetermined time and spot the next day and work your way around on foot. Start at the south and make your west. Best and cheapest way.
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09-03-2011, 04:01 PM
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Any nibbles?
Join Date: Mar 2008
Location: South Eastern MassiveTulips
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09-04-2011, 02:13 PM
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Join Date: Oct 2009
Posts: 1,680
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Agree w/Sandman. The Vineyard is a much bigger place than Block, so a car rental might be better. Also, homeowners will get pissy if there is a buzzy 2 stroke pinging around at 3 am.
my 2 cents
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