I did spend a couple of years commuting a fairly long distance on a mint green vespa 150 in 2004. Even went out to indio once on the 10 freeway, one of the dumber things I’ve ever done. The wind was brutal, and I felt like I was getting blown off the road.
No accidents or near accidents, but very little freeway driving. 150 just the lower limit for freeways.
Ultimately, service was way too expensive on the vespa Also, tire life way too short, inconvenient. Not great for the high mileage I was doing
Was always ATGATT. Looked pretty wild fully geared up on my tiny scooter. That stuff, which I never scrimped on, was really costly too . Full padded leathers, aerostich, massive boots, kevlar gloves, premium full face helmet. , Dainese Spine protector. Spandex hip and knee pads. Separate ventilated summer stuff.
Lane splitting is however attractive.
I still have a non running Honda ruckus in my garage. But maybe I need this
Hard no on a heavier motorcycle. But I could see riding a nimble scooter again. Still have the motorcycle endorsement on my cdl. Guess I’ll have to buy this one again. Should’ve kept mine
