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[FnMag]

Thanks Stig, I guess once mine sells, I will be looking at used ones. I do like the BV.. kinda.. hehehe.

Maybe I need an SV650 weestrom..  I just want a little more protection that what I have from the weather is all.

[AMAC1680]

Wish I could multi quote...

  Amac, Aren't the only hills in Florida the bridges anyway >? I live North of Panama City in Dothan, the steepest hill commuting, I will deal with, is no steeper than the bridges around PC/Ft. Walton/Destin area and about as long.

  I can't believe how crazy prices are around here.. Tallahassee is the next closest scooter dealer and they list MSRP as what they are selling them at. The local guy is using it as the OTD price. With the prices at heinen's + the cost of shipping, I'd save a grand or more, especially on the GT300... Which I kinda like.

  Do they have prices like that all the time? I realize they are all 15's, so that may be why.

  I haven't bothered too much looking used yet, as I still have to sell mine before I get a new/used one. The last time I waited to sell before buying new, I had 3 before I knew it and the wife was about to kill me. So I'm only allowed one at a time now (shes forgotten about the 4 wheeler behind the shed for now - hehe)

   Tromper, I've kinda said some things above that pertain to what you've told me.. I do like the RV200, the HD kinda and I've looked at the SMAX also which seems like a good bike as well. I feel like if I go any higher price that 4k, then I don't really see the point of getting rid of the DR650. I can spend 800 on new wheels and tires and have a supermoto that weighs what the big scoots do or less. 

   Deep down, I just want a small little bike. I had a TW200 before the DR and that little thing dragged me around all over for a year and a half (even hitting 70mph a few times!). I guess that is why I like the Fiddle III, Like 200 and if all else fails something like the RV200, SMAX, Burgmann 200 or used burgmann

Yeah I meant our steepest hills are bridges.

Here's a used 300i with warrenty remaining.
http://jacksonville.craigslist.org/mcd/5760239604.html

No shipping just ride it home.

AMAC

[klaviator]

    Tromper, I've kinda said some things above that pertain to what you've told me.. I do like the RV200, the HD kinda and I've looked at the SMAX also which seems like a good bike as well. I feel like if I go any higher price that 4k, then I don't really see the point of getting rid of the DR650. I can spend 800 on new wheels and tires and have a supermoto that weighs what the big scoots do or less. 

   Deep down, I just want a small little bike. I had a TW200 before the DR and that little thing dragged me around all over for a year and a half (even hitting 70mph a few times!). I guess that is why I like the Fiddle III, Like 200 and if all else fails something like the RV200, SMAX, Burgmann 200 or used burgmann

While a DR650 with SUMO wheels sounds like fun, you can't beat a scooter for practicality.  It's not just the weahter protection.  Having all that storage will spoil you.  My record for hauling groceries on my little Super 8 is $87 worth form Wally World.  I could easily haul a lot more on my Majesty.

As for the big vs small debate, both have their advantages.  Small scooters are silly fun in a way that bigger scooters and motorcycles can't match.  I have owned a lot of bikes and ridden hundreds more.  Nothing I have ridden is as much fun around town as my Super 8.  Bigger isn't always better.  This is coming from someone who has owned 1100 and 1200cc motorcycles.

However, a smaller scooter is limited as far as where you can ride it.  I have never ridden my Super 8 much more than 200 miles in a day and seldom ride it on the interstate.  When I replace it I will be looking for another small scooter with just a bit more performance.  Of course I have three bigger bikes to choose from when I need something bigger. 

[SteveADV]

I'm pretty certain you would regret buying any one of these for your commute:
   Buddy 170i
   Stella
   Fiddle III
   Havana Classic
   Buddy 125
Too small for your needs - even though you like the classic scooter look. The only classically shaped scooter that would fit your needs that is not a crazy high priced Vespa, is the BV. The BV350 would haul you around at any speed. but is more than you want to spend, unless you find a deal on a lightly used one.

Biggest mistake people make (other than believing the salesman who tells you that "the LIKE200i is good for the highway, and will do 60mph." It will be totally out of breath at 56mph - with 0 left for passing or hills. The LIKE is not a highway bike for any size rider.) is buying too small. The LIKE is too small for you and your needs.

That SYM200 will work for you; the People250 will too. But there is a danger that you will soon wish for bigger even with those two fine scoots.

Nothing worse than spending hard earned $$ and finding out you should have gone just a little bigger. That mistake can be fixed - but will be even more expensive than if you got it right the first time with a bigger scooter.
$3500 should get you a lightly used or left-over 200>300 scooter or motorcycle....I would not go smaller than that.

Stig

I agree with all that. My newly purchased (about a month and 500 miles ago) 2012 gt300i with 600 miles on it cost $2,600. I am 6'2"" and 215lbs. My feet stick over the edges sometimes only because I find it more comfortable.

[FnMag]

Still trying to sell the DR..  I haven't disappeared. I have come to the same conclusion as what everyone has said though, I need something big. The GT300i and RV200 are looking better as well as the BV350. If I go new.  Used? I kinda like the Burgman 400, but would still prefer the Downtown 300i over it.

[AMAC1680]

Still trying to sell the DR..  I haven't disappeared. I have come to the same conclusion as what everyone has said though, I need something big. The GT300i and RV200 are looking better as well as the BV350. If I go new.  Used? I kinda like the Burgman 400, but would still prefer the Downtown 300i over it.

Catch me on the right day and I'll make you an offer you can't refuse on a 2013 RV200.

AMAC

[Stig / Major Tom]

Still trying to sell the DR..  I haven't disappeared. I have come to the same conclusion as what everyone has said though, I need something big. The GT300i and RV200 are looking better as well as the BV350. If I go new.  Used? I kinda like the Burgman 400, but would still prefer the Downtown 300i over it.

I have a new Burgman 400....good scoot. No particular mechanical  issues with the newer ones. Valves are often neglected due to difficulties getting at them
My thinking is Kymco  300's are better value....and have twice the warranty peroid...have heard of very few issues with them  The Kymco  300s are very popular scooters for some reason!
Stig

[FnMag]

I'll give you a shout AMAC, and see what tickles your fancy when I sell mine.  Lookout I10!   

I like the GTi Stig,  I keep looking at it,  and while it isn't a Vespa and doesn't look like an old one,  I'm no Vespa mechanic but do do oil,  tires and valves.

[AMAC1680]

I have a new Burgman 400....good scoot. No particular mechanical  issues with the newer ones. Valves are often neglected due to difficulties getting at them
My thinking is Kymco  300's are better value....and have twice the warranty peroid...have heard of very few issues with them  The Kymco  300s are very popular scooters for some reason!
Stig

No question better value on the front end but Ya need to keep them for a while.
Your Burgman is the better value at resale time as they hold their value far better.

AMAC

[Scooter Dan]

No question better value on the front end but Ya need to keep them for a while.
Your Burgman is the better value at resale time as they hold their value far better.

AMAC

That's the truth. Had an 07 Executive with over 100k with damaged Tupperware from previous owners crash which I bought for 1k and sold for 3 without buyer hesitation.