Vespa?

[DanG]

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.