You don't need a license for a scooter under 50cc. Atleast the registration has to say it's less than 50 cc. You can buy a 50cc scooter and then tweak it up to 70cc or so.

I've always felt the opposite. I feel far safer with the better power, handling and braking of a motorcycle. I'd hate to be on Deerfoot on a scooter.

Get a Ducati - they are lighter than a scooter, better handling, ...

I've always heard the same thing said about Japaneese bikes ;)

(Former BMW K100RS rider now on a Ducati Monster)

There's actually been a couple of guys at work lately who have gotten honda ruckus's.
http://www.honda.ca/MCPE/Motorcycle/...8&Model=NPS508

They get 70ish mpg, and it has offroadish tires, so if your roads are anything like the ones we have here, it might be worth a look, plus it doesn't look like a conventional scooter.
Also, when debating a scooter vs a motorcycle, don't forget insurance, which can be quite surprising.

sorry for a bit of hijacking but does anyone know if....

Do you need a driver's license at all? (probably, right?)

I don't have a driver's license, never pursued it beyond a learner's license which expired years ago. I have almost no depth perception so even though i know how to/am able to drive I just don't feel comfortable hurtling around in a couple-ton death machine (that's what the average car would be with me driving it lol) I CAN however; ride a bike with no problems. I wouldn't Want to be doing 70k/hr at any rate, just interested in using it around town like you would a bike. No highway.

'course I'd have to teach my dog to be ok riding in my purse as I usually walk her to work... ;)

if the laws havent changed NO you dont. a learners lic is enough to ride 49cc or less. at least it was when i was 14.

Ps as for the dog i have seen them on the floor of a scooter and i have even seen baskets.

Awesome, I'll look into that then. It would be quicker than the half hour walk to work. I think Phoebe wouldn't mind the ride either ;)

http://www.secheltanimalhospital.com...hoebe_face.JPG

And a HELLUVA lot more expensive!

I just recently insured my scooter. Full comprehensive, collision and 2 million liability. It was $280 for 5 months

To purchase and to maintain. :lol:

There are plenty of good bikes under 500 cc that would be excellent candidates for city commuting. Everything from sport bikes to cruisers to dual-sports. Still some of the larger scooters are very capable machines too. The little ones are a bit more restricted in where you might dare to take them. The power and weight would make any highspeed roadway a frightening place to be on one. Also, the bigger machines may prove more useful for carrying the traipings of a days errands. A scooter under 100cc will likely limit you to what you can fit into a backpack.