Why Ride a 50cc Scooter - Costs

Live in a busy city? Sick of trains, tubes and buses? Well why not think about buying a 50cc scooter?

First lets look at the costs. Running a car is expensive, running a scooter is not!

Scooter prices vary from around £1000 for a small capacity model to around £6000 for larger versions. There is a vibrant used scooter market in the UK, and most dealers and classified listings will have quality second-hand models for under a grand. Four stroke scooters (recommended), start at around £1600 new.

A valid tax disc is a legal requirement for scooters. New scooters will usually come with road tax included, but after the first year the following annual road tax charges apply;

50cc - 150cc = £15
150+cc - 250cc = £40
250+cc and upwards = £65

Like car insurance, scooter insurance depends greatly on the age of the user and the size of the vehicle engine. However unlike car insurance, scooter insurance is seen on the whole as quite reasonably priced. For a Third Party Fire & Theft (TPF&T) policy on a 100cc scooter, expect to pay between £30 (for riders aged 40+) to around £150 a year (for riders aged under 19). Fully Comprehensive insurance is usually double that of TPF&T.

Most 4-stroke scooters use unleaded petrol, and deliver a very economical fuel consumption, usually between 50 and 70 miles to the gallon. Coupled with the low emissions, this factor makes scooters an environmentally-sound choice.

As with any vehicle, a warranty is recommended in case any repairs are required.

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