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Originally Posted by cRiPpLe_rOoStEr
Scooters are not so often as rev-happy as a more standard motorcycle, and the gearing is also more strictly optimized for inner-city traffic. Most of the times I would only recommend a scooter above 200cc to be used as an all-around commuter if highway stretches are required.
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The only exception to that 200cc scooter rule that I can think of right now is the Yamaha SMAX. With only 155cc, it can still cruise at 65mph and wind out at over 70mph. But, it is tough to do DIY maintenance on them with the shim and bucket valve adjusters. its still a lot of scoot for the money.