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Choose a scooter for a low-cost way to commute With most people finding money a little tight at the moment, you will be keen to discover ways to cut the cost of essentials. An effective way to do it is to buy a scooter for your daily commute. The idea of splashing out on a new machine when you are looking to economise may seem a little odd, but the figures do add up. For many people, the cost of buying and running a scooter will be less than they pay to travel to work by public transport or using their car for a year. You will also discover that as well as saving you money, a scooter is a great way to cope with traffic jams. The light machines are easy to handle, so you can navigate your way around busy urban roads without experiencing the same delays as car drivers. The modern range of scooters includes some stylish models, so you can look good on your way to work. However, that is likely to be a secondary consideration to the low costs associated with this method of transport. If your journey is relatively short and does not include any major roads where traffic moves fast, a 50 cc model will be ideal for your purposes. The top speed of such machines is usually only around 40 mph, but the handling is great and they represent a straightforward way to get around town. You will discover there is a choice of new 50 cc scooters from reputable manufacturers available for less than £1,700 and that most of them have stunning fuel economy figures. For example, the popular Honda Vision 50 can return 146 mpg, meaning you can ride for more than 100 miles on less than £5 worth of petrol. Should you need something a little speedier, a budget of £3,000 will give you a selection of scooters with engines of between 100 cc and 125 cc. The extra power does not damage the fuel efficiency too much and the Honda Vision 110 is capable of 141 mpg, making it impossible for cars to compete on running costs. Scooters are easier to park than cars and you will usually find you can do so without having to pay. Entering cities with congestion charge schemes, such as London and Durham, will also be cheaper, as the machines are exempt. These benefits have been noticed by an increasing number of road users and Honda, Yamaha and Sym scooter sales have climbed since the start of 2012, according to data published by the Retail Motor Industry Federation (RMI). Sue Robinson, the RMI National Franchised Dealers Association's director, has no doubts about why that has happened. She said: "The increase indicates that more people are swapping their car for a mid-sized scooter as a means of commuter transport. This type of bike is an efficient and cost-effective mode of transport for the discerning consumer." You will, of course, need to undertake the relevant training and tests before you can take to the roads on a scooter. If you already have a car licence, you may not need a provisional to ride a scooter with an engine no larger than 125 cc on L plates. However, you will have to do the Compulsory Basic Training course, which will teach you how to stay safe on two wheels. Once you have done that, you can work towards gaining a full moped or A1 motorcycle licence. For the best Sym scooter sales and service, take a look at what P&H Motorcycles has to offer.
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