So I recently purchased a 1994 Yamaha Riva 125. This is my first scooter I have ever owned. I bought it used from a guy at work for $750. Since it only has around 6,000 miles on it, it's in GREAT condition. At first I was thinking about buying it, cleaning it up, and then selling it for what it's really worth - $1,025 KBB Value. After riding it a little, I really started enjoying it!It gets GREAT gas mileage, and with gas prices these days, that's important! I get about 80MPG, and it usually costs me under $4 to fill it up. I'm also saving on my insurance costs. After shopping around seeing who could offer me the best insurance for the best price, I ended up going with Dairyland Auto insurance. With my driving record, which is not great by ANY means, and my age, they were able to give me the best price. It cost me $79 for the whole year!
I'm currently living in a small town called Irrigon and I work in Hermiston, about 20 miles away. I was a bit nervous at first about the commute, considering I have to get on the highway and the speed limit is 55MPH and everyone does about 60mph. I would hate to be that guy that everyone gets stuck behind because he can only do about 45mph. I'm sure you've probably been behind one of them before! So I got it out on the highway, and to my surprise, I had no problem getting it to do 60mph! The fastest I've gotten it was 72mph, with a bit of a wind pushing me. :-) It cruises at 65mph steadily with no problems!
If you've been thinking about getting a scooter, I would recommend it! They are tons of fun to ride, and can save you a lot of money! If you live in a large city, and always have trouble finding places to park, get a scooter!
