Things You'll Need:
- Understanding of how you will use the motor scooter
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Step 1
First off decide the proper engine size based on how you will use the motor scooter. I've listed how the motor scooter can be used based on it's engine size below.
50cc - the smallest, single passenger of average weight. Max speed about 35mph
125cc - Single passenger at 65mph or two at 45 mph. This is a good size for a single passenger to commute locally.
150-200cc one or two passenger commute, longer distance rides, much better over hilly areas.
250cc - Great for just about everything you can throw at it.
300cc+ these are known as maxi-scooters, they can do anything and go anywhere a traditional motorcycle can with the added benefit of tons of storage room. -
Step 2
Piaggio Motor ScooterOnce you know the size of motor scooter that is best for your needs you need to decide on the brand. I won't go into detail about which are best but what I will say that since motor scooters are new here in the US spare parts and repairs (including scheduled service) are much easier with the big names, Vespa, Aprilia, Piaggio, Suzuki, Honda and Yamaha. Choose a brand name motor scooter for the most hassle free service.
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Step 3
Now here's a big one that few people even think of. Check the seat height on the motor scooter you are interested in. An average person will have a tough time with a motor scooter with a seat height of over 29 inches, so keep that in mind!
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Step 4
Suzuki Motor ScooterStyling is a personal thing, but motor scooters have under seat storage that could be reduced in certain styles of motor scooter, make sure you check this. I purchased an Aprilia Scarabeo 500 (yes, a 500cc engine) and it has enough room under the seat for a full face helmet and my messenger bag.
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Step 5
The Classic Vespa Motor ScooterMake sure, if you need it, that the motor scooter you are interested in has an available top case, this will vastly increase the motor scooter carrying capacity.
