I went out today to shop for a scooter for me (5'3" woman), intending to choose between a Honda Helix or Reflex. The Reflex was beautiful but uncomfortable. The Helix felt great but looked like a lawnmower. Then the dealer (Honda & Suzuki) said, "Have you considered a Burgman 400?"
They have a used Burg, 2003 model, under warranty, for $4500. It looks well cared for. The previous owner traded it and an Elite 80 in on a Goldwing.
I thought the Burg would be much too much machine for me but I could put my feet flat on the ground and the steering felt comfortably close. My Honda-Shadow-rider daughter came along as advisor. When we talked privately later she said, "Definitely get the Burgman." She doesn't think I'll have any trouble riding it, even thought it would be my first scooter. I'm enrolled in the Basic Rider MSF course later this month.
What do you experts think? Is $4500 a good deal? Is the Berg too big for a first-timer? Thanks! Suzette
They have a used Burg, 2003 model, under warranty, for $4500. It looks well cared for. The previous owner traded it and an Elite 80 in on a Goldwing.
I thought the Burg would be much too much machine for me but I could put my feet flat on the ground and the steering felt comfortably close. My Honda-Shadow-rider daughter came along as advisor. When we talked privately later she said, "Definitely get the Burgman." She doesn't think I'll have any trouble riding it, even thought it would be my first scooter. I'm enrolled in the Basic Rider MSF course later this month.
What do you experts think? Is $4500 a good deal? Is the Berg too big for a first-timer? Thanks! Suzette