Announcing a new Meetup for The Modern Vespa Riders Meetup!
What: Ride free for the day! - to the coast. and back.
When: June 20, 2009 7:30 AM
Where: Click the link below to find out!
Meetup Description: This is a long ride, suggested and being led by Scott (Semperfi) on the longest day of the year (Summer Soltice) Saturday, June 20th.
The person with the best gas mileage rides free for the day! His or her gas is paid for by the rest of the group (split evenly).
Arrive Portland Vespa with Full tank of gas and correct tire pressure.
When: June 20th, 7:30am. Depart 8am sharp!
Route: Map details (must be logged in to your Meetup account to view map in Adobe Reader)
1st gas stop, Astoria and 1 hour for lunch and pics at the Column
2nd gas stop, Tillamook and a snack.
Last gas stop, Forest Grove, tally up all gas receipts and see who wins!
Example: 240mi driven
Most fuel-efficient scoot got 80mi/gal
240mi / 80mi/gal = 3gal consumed
Assume gas costs $3.00/gal
Assume 5 riders total
4 riders split the cost evenly at $2.25 per rider: (3gal x $3.00/gal)/4
$9.00 paid out to the rider with the most fuel-efficient scoot!
Requirements: Must be able to cruise comfortably at 55mph (on level ground).
This should be a long fun ride, so come on out :)
Learn more here:
http://vespas.meetup.com/113/calendar/10521249/