If you are referring to the pictures of clueless motor "journalists" "testing" scooters, it is just one more point of evidence of their cluelessness regarding riding scooters.
Feet down on a Burgman is like sitting with spread legs on a normal motorcycle, you're just along for the ride.

WHAT? Most{if not all} motorcycle journalists are experienced riders, some are former racers. Yes some of the pictures, maybe even most, were from professional sources. But in my mind that only convinces me more, not less. Professionals also wear proper gear unlike say the guy in this picture.
The dude is wearing flip flops! That is pure stupidity for riding attire. I would disregard any advice from this guy because of his total lack of intelligence.
Also feet down is a more proper position for control with feet back being even better - thus the reason why race bikes have rear sets! Feet forward may be more comfortable but it isn't the best way. It may work for some people and not for others. And for me it is out of the question! Thus the reason why I was asking about finding a way to raise the seat height so my legs would be more comfortable while flat on the deck{which is there by design so obviously Suzuki intended it as an option!}.
I don't even know what to say about the other statement. If it proves impossible for me to ride with feet down then I would not be buying it. I am working on arranging a time to test ride the Burgman but the owner's schedule is busy right now.
that is just stupid journalists - not actual riders. The Burgman is designed for feet forward.
So is the BMW tho it's perhaps a bit more forgiving of feet down.
What about a 200 Kymco
Likely about $3k and you get a 2 year warranty.
The Burgman 400 is far more than you need for around town.
The Sym200 might be a good choice as well
Decent features and price
In response to the first part - read my reply to Erik above.
In response to the second - go back and read my last post! I can't afford those! They are also out of my immediate reach, the closest Kymco dealer is 200 miles away. The closest SYM dealer is even further. I am looking at the Burgman just because a friend has one for sale. Before he told me about it I never even considered one.