Choosing the Right Scooter For You
The scooter to best suit your needs will depend on what you are going to use the scooter for and what kind of license you hold or are hoping to acquire.
Engine sizes start at 50cc.
A 50cc scooter is ideal if you are doing short urban commutes of a couple of miles, no more than five.
A 50cc scooter will be very cheap to run and insure, since it is restricted to 30mph and will provide around 100mpg.
The downsides to this type of bike are clear; 30mph max speed will mean it isn't suitable for A-roads and even in town you will be struggling and will likely feel intimidated as other traffic looks to overtake you.
The next step up is the 125cc scooter which will give you enough extra power to allow you to comfortably use the A-roads and even motorways with a 60mph top speed.
This is worth the extra initial outlay since the fuel economy isn't far off the 50cc version, is more stable than a 50cc and of course will mean you aren't as stressed during town commuting.
Even for the shortest of journeys you will be glad you went with the 125cc scooter.
Engine sizes bigger than a 125cc will require a full motorcycle licence and will useful to those looking to do long distance commuting, 400cc and 800cc scooters are ideal for weekends away or even cross continent holidays in the summer.
Once you have the engine size of the scooter you will then need to decide on the type.
There are basic scooters and the n sport options which will usually provide better brakes and suspension and reduced weight.
The lower weight and better performance will be at the expense of weather protection and carrying capacity.
Top of the range scooters known as executive scooters are more stylish, providing better equipped and luggage space.
It is a different experience riding a bike, think about the space you will require when riding a bike, will it be enough to carry your business documents or basic shopping? The climate too is a consideration.
It's probably wise not to go with a sports scooter if you live like in the UK.
Check out the seat and ensure you are comfortable with the bike and your knees aren't too close to the handle bars, before going ahead with your purchase.
It's worth asking about the engine type, two-stroke engines tend to be more powerful than four-stroke and are also less polluting.
Engine sizes start at 50cc.
A 50cc scooter is ideal if you are doing short urban commutes of a couple of miles, no more than five.
A 50cc scooter will be very cheap to run and insure, since it is restricted to 30mph and will provide around 100mpg.
The downsides to this type of bike are clear; 30mph max speed will mean it isn't suitable for A-roads and even in town you will be struggling and will likely feel intimidated as other traffic looks to overtake you.
The next step up is the 125cc scooter which will give you enough extra power to allow you to comfortably use the A-roads and even motorways with a 60mph top speed.
This is worth the extra initial outlay since the fuel economy isn't far off the 50cc version, is more stable than a 50cc and of course will mean you aren't as stressed during town commuting.
Even for the shortest of journeys you will be glad you went with the 125cc scooter.
Engine sizes bigger than a 125cc will require a full motorcycle licence and will useful to those looking to do long distance commuting, 400cc and 800cc scooters are ideal for weekends away or even cross continent holidays in the summer.
Once you have the engine size of the scooter you will then need to decide on the type.
There are basic scooters and the n sport options which will usually provide better brakes and suspension and reduced weight.
The lower weight and better performance will be at the expense of weather protection and carrying capacity.
Top of the range scooters known as executive scooters are more stylish, providing better equipped and luggage space.
It is a different experience riding a bike, think about the space you will require when riding a bike, will it be enough to carry your business documents or basic shopping? The climate too is a consideration.
It's probably wise not to go with a sports scooter if you live like in the UK.
Check out the seat and ensure you are comfortable with the bike and your knees aren't too close to the handle bars, before going ahead with your purchase.
It's worth asking about the engine type, two-stroke engines tend to be more powerful than four-stroke and are also less polluting.
