Interesting. I've not noticed when cleaning any of our bikes (95 Helix, 97 Helix, 02 S'Wing, 03 Burgman 650). I tend to think that it probably won't be a...
I'd sure like it, if I could chase troublesome critters in our ex-urban part of Fairfax County, VA, with an air rifle, only the police there have the urban...
Susan, I got the xtra large and it was for my New Helix. By Flex i am taking you mean Reflex? My father has a Reflex and I can try it on that one too if you...
I have heard many good reports on the stuff from other bike riders over the years (including sport bike owners-lots of plastic on those bikes) so I am sure age...
Hi all, I'm brand new to the Helix group, but am long in tooth with the Helix. Bought a new one in 86 and have had it every since. Now have over 34 thousand...
I have to agree, though I only have 300 miles on my CN250, that the Service Manual is a great thing to have. I'm one of those "how does it work?" types, and...
Yes-yes-yes! Pls. post pictures. Where are you located? ... From: Sherman Anthony [mailto:asherman1@...] Sent: Thursday, April 01, 2004 10:20 PM To:...
I need to have some of you folks tell me why you purchased a Helix over a Reflex. Can't be price, they're too close that way. I'm sitting on the fence....
I like the Helix because of the comfort! The Reflex has more of a sporty feel while the Helix still reigns as the "Cadillac" of scooters for comfort!!! Just...
I should give the run-down here on exactly how I came about owning a 2004 CN250. I used to "borrow" my brother's old moped, a 50cc MotoBecane, back when I was...
Suz, Different strokes for different folks. I sat on a Reflex. I didn't especially care for the styling, but hey, I'm on a scooter and not going to win any...
What did it for me??? The digital dashboard... Twist and go..... I remember as a kid seeing the 250 Elite in a movie (War Games maybe?) and really thought it...
In our family we own one of each. They were purchased brand new and with out kid modifications. The Helix is slower on take off old style transmission. Steers...
In our family we own one of each. They were purchased brand new and with out kid modifications. The Helix is slower on take off old style transmission. Steers...
In a message dated 04/02/2004 11:32:30 AM Eastern Standard Time, ... I had the same problem until I bought a Utopia backrest, soloved my back problems, I'm not...
Susan, (Update: I just saw your email to me after I wrote the stuff below..I'll edit my post and answer your questions here since I already started replying:) ...
Other things to consider that I forgot to add: Performace wise Reflex seems faster on top speed (without side car) but slower off the line. Reflex starts off...
As I said before we have one of each purchased both brand new a year apart and the kids race them in the alley the Reflex always wins and I have driven both of...
If you and your family dislike the Helix so much you should get rid of it and get another Reflex. Without taking off the side car , there is no fair way for me...
In a message dated 04/02/2004 6:09:09 PM Eastern Standard Time, ... My advise to one and all, Buy what you want, ride what you like, and don't call the other...
Hmm.. anybody done any timed runs? I seem to be getting from 0-40mph in about 4 to 4.5 seconds... 60mph comes in at a blistering fast 11 seconds on the Helix. ...
I dont hate the Helix it fits its nitch but If I was considering purchasing in this day and time and planned to ride it on the highway a lot I would buy a...
Hey Hutch! I didn't realize you had a 'Berger.' :-) My buddy (the only other Helix rider in town) & I have been lusting after the apparent higher performance...
One thing you must understand is that this is a Helix group, so thats why we discuss the benefits of the Helix and how to make them perform better. When you...
In a message dated 04/02/2004 10:20:38 PM Eastern Standard Time, ... Well, Gordon here are my thoughts concerning the two scooters But first I have to say I...
Hutch, Thanks for the analysis. I'm currently in a quandary about buying a 650 or a 400. Of course I'll keep my Helix. I think you helped me make up my...