My local e-scooter sharing service has convinced me to get my own, mainly because their service zone isn't close to my neighborhood. I'd go electric but I'm planning to get a gas scooter because I want to do some touring.
>>1598929Scooters and motorcycles are equally as likely to get hit by cars, but I'd think that scooter users are overall more cautious drivers.
>>1599248Isn't the city the optimal place for one though? I can imagine it being a hassle in Manhattan, but there are so many awful cross-Brooklyn transit trips that I can easily see myself using a scooter instead in that situation. Unless you're referring to the lack of decent parking in NYC.
>>1600294I'm actually planning on getting a Burgman 125, obviously inspired by the original maxi scooters. Maybe when I go to the Suzuki dealership I can ask about a test ride of the maxi scooter.