Complete n00b looking to get a scooter

[DezUk]

Hi Guys,

As the topic says I am a complete n00b when it comes to scooters. For one I have never ridden one and aint even sat on one. I have passed my bike test and did ride a Suzuki Bandit 600 a few times but decided it was not for me as was to quick and heavy, bit scarey tbh. The reason I am after a scooter is for the last year I have not been able to drive (due to medical conditions) and come August I will have my license back Smiley

I have always liked the idea of owning a scooter as it would allow me to make the short 2 mile journey to work and back and let me get out and about. I have been driving for the past 10 years and am capable on the road so that’s not a problem. But when it comes to mechanics I am useless so that makes me think the classic Lambretta style is out the window?

I also live in a flat and don't own a garage or anywhere to store the bike away from prying eyes so again nice looking classic Lambretta style scooters are likely to be a target.

I'm basically looking for advice on where to start?
What to look for?
How much to expect to pay?
Being based in Central Scotland is there anywhere I should check out to maybe get a shot on one?

A lot of questions I know but hopefully you guys can point me in the right direction.

Cheers

 

[Morbius]

Why not something like a Suzuki Burgman? They look quite practical.

 

[Linkex]

Just something to think about - If your parking on the street, do you have anything you can chain the bike to? 2 reasonably strong blokes and a van would be able to have you scooter away in about 30 seconds if they were of a mind to.

Speaking of, does anyone know what you can legally chain your bike to? For example, are you allowed to use a lamp post? I've never thought about it until right now.

 

[m4rkw7]

When you say scooter, I hope it's not a 50cc hairdryer. You can get a decent specced scooter though, has a smaller bike not interested you, a 125 / 250 ?