Vento Phantom 150

this is one of the best looking scooter website on the net. Never before have I ever seen a scooter site like this one. Colorful, great parts, and free shipping. I would recommend this website to all that have a GY6 150cc scooter clone engine. No other website like it.

Bought the bike used, eventually took it out for several long runs, approx 120 miles each run, then the engine seized. I took the engine apart to find the big end connecting rod had worn, about eighth of inch play in it. When i was costing the new parts I discovered it was cheaper to buy a new engine from an online auction Co, they send a new engine, new carb, new belt already on the engine, new CVT clutches and new engine management systems. It was a simple install, only had to replace the stator with my old engine stator because the wiring was different. But now this engine has seized and I always changed the oil monthly. Air forced cooling on a four stroke engine is not that good, four strokes run hotter than two stroke engines, and if you've got a four stroke engine it needs to be liquid cooled. It tends to eat spark plugs, boils the oil, overheats the engine. The exhaust silencer tends to perish with heat. The battery needs to be regularly float maintained otherwise you'll be buying a new battery every nine months. The plastics crack from vibration around the mirrors. Am about ready to throw it in the dumpster and get an Italian or Japanese scooter.

You absolutely right on the Ventos. Actually, Vento as a company no longer exsist. But you can always get parts for them, as well as scooters with the same body style. Anyway, if you have a Vento or any other scooter similar to the Vento. I recommend that you visit this website called ScooterChromeParts.com .

These guys seem to have just about every body part in chrome. They have many Chrome Accessories, High Performance Mufflers, Chrome Rims, High Performance Engine parts. And I heard they are looking to add Big Bore Kits.

To tell you the truth, in my book... this is the best and coolest website I have ever purchase parts from. They have everything you need to dress up your scooter. Go for it >> www.scooterchromeparts.com

i got my vento in 2006, bought it from a friend and i pretty much mistreated it,(leaving out in the rain, gunning as much as i could and borrowing it to dumb people who dropped it) But through all that it was still very reliable and started for me every time. so for the money it ran excellent for 3 years right now it's in the shop getting serviced. finally!!!

Vento Phantom 150 is OK for the money, you get what you pay for, 2,300 dollars new. looks great but cables, lights,and Gauges are common problem. speedometer in MPH/KPH and tripometer is in Kelometers. RPM gauge is all over the place. plastic side cover mounts break. seat bolt come out, fake carb cover broke off from vibration, same for the battery holder. on the good side is nice tires and wheels. overall good looking bike. not for open highways, cruse speed is only around 45 mph. any faster and you are running it much too hard.

i bought a used Vento Phantom 150 from a buddy. it has only 1200 miles on it. runs great but not the most beautiful thing to look at as it has bit the dust quit a few times. other than that i love it, its great for a around the neighborhood vehicle, plus i only gave $200.00 for it. i enjoy it alot and gets me anywhere. wise investment and would highly recommend it.

I'll admit I'm spoiled. I drove 10K mikes on a Burgman 650 last year (San Diego to Cabo, and then to Jersey shore), and also own a Honda Reflex 250. These are high end bike, whereas the Vento Phantom 150 is not. This is a classic example of "You get what you pay for." If you want a high-end bike, you'll have to consider a Honda (Reflex) or Suzuki (Burgman), Vespa or Aprilia. However, you can buy 3 or 4 Phantoms for what you would pay for one of the aforementioned.My experience with the Vento Phantom was from a 3 day trip around the island of Puerto Rico from a local rental company. Although the ODO only showed 1,100 miles, it looked and rattled as if it had looked 11,000. BTW, if you plan a trip to Puerto Rico, you too may be politely escorted from their toll road expressway (Hwy 22). Nowhere was I told by the rental agency that scooters are prohibited.

When I took the bike in for repairs, the shop kept the bike for 7 weeks waiting for "a part" from Vento. I called 5 plus weeks ago and ordered a new left mirror assembly. I was told yesterday there is no telling when the part will come in but instead I could buy two black ones (my bike is yellow) at cost. This is no way to run a business. I am extremely disappointed. I was intending to upgrade from the 150cc to the Thunder but have decided against that move.

Bought 2004 Vento Phantom in 2008 with only 300 miles on it. Like the looks and feel of it. So far so good. Question w/the 150cc engine what is the top speed suppose to be? My book says 60 Vento told me 50 any though there thanks.

Over all good scooter. But for the price of a new one is it worth it compared to the knock offs.

Bought the Vento Phantom on line after speaking with dealer in 04. Shipped directly to home. Easy to assemble and fun to ride. I put 2500 miles on it mostly at WOT on a 55 mph rd with no traffic lights. Straight and level for 17 miles. Belt blew at 2500. Modified exhaust with Pro150 and rejetted carb and moded air filter to K&N. still tops out at 53 mph. I am 5'7" 250 lbs. At purchase I was around 180 lbs. Have seen no decrease in overall top end. Live at 6200' above sea level which takes away power. When purchase hard to get replacement parts: panel/light bulb/vacum fuel shut off (which is a common issue)/belt/gasket/fuel filter/decals. Had bolts break on the head and had to have entire head removed (rear end as well) to have them replaced with better bolts. Has been on the center stand for two years due to battery failure (second one my fault, take out for winter and put on charger, clock will drain battery. Have never used remote alarm or starter. Took out kickstart when I replaced the belt, other scoots don't use kickstarts. In all a fun scoot with a nice ride just maintenance intense compared to my Honda Reflex and useful for only short errands or city travel.