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[Closed] Anyone owned a Maxi Scooter?

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Tempted by a last gen (pre 2017) Burgman 400 or a Silverwing.

A few examples have come up locally at decent prices.

I've ridden a few and am happy with the compromises the design entails, but worried that the bodywork might hide a million sins; corroded frames, shagged electrics, dodgy swingarm/head bearings etc.

Without the opportunity to remove the bodywork it seems like a bit of a gamble.

I'd be interested if anyone could share their experiences of ownership.

Thanks in advance...


 
Posted : 24/09/2020 8:43 pm
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Haven’t owned either of those, test rode both of them, but bought the Yamaha T-max 500. The Honda was excellent, but the Yam was quicker and just felt right. I love Suzuki’s, but just didn’t get on with the Burgman.

Maxi scooters are brilliant, all day comfort, cheep-ish to run (better than a full on motorbike) and just so easy to ride.

The t-max handled superbly & is surprisingly quick for a scooter, I used it to commute approx 70 miles a day for 2 years, it never missed a beat, tyres lasted well and crucially it handled like a motorbike. Weather protection was good too.

I’d have another maxi scooter in a heartbeat.

Hope that helps.


 
Posted : 26/09/2020 8:43 pm