FAQS

How do you get a licence?

The details depend on your age, your current licence details, what you want to end up riding and even how fast you want to progress. This link has all the answers: www.schoolofmotorcycling.co.uk

What’s the right machine for you?

If you want nothing more than an urban commuter for regular short trips, up to five miles or so, then anything with a 50cc engine is adequate and very economical. The top speed is restricted but it’s light and easy to manage and very cheap to run too.

Up to 125cc gives you 60mph or more, just about enough for occasional dual carriageway use and plenty for commuting up to 15 miles or so, although lots of riders travel further than that quite happily.

The right scooter could easily take you four times as far as your car would on the same amount of fuel!

Scooters are more convenient than motorcycles as you can throw some things under the seat, jump on and go without feeling you have to dress the part, and that automatic transmission does make a big difference to the ease of riding, especially in town.

Types of Scooter

Standard: a typical scooter will have storage space beneath the seat, usually large enough to accommodate a helmet and possibly a cubby hole or two in the bodywork for additional storage. Wheel size should also be considered, as the larger the wheel, the more stable the scoot. We recommend a minimum of 12 inches as smaller ones can feel rather nervous.

Sports: less bodywork so weather protection is not so good, but performance, brakes and handling are better. Storage space is usually less than a standard scooter.

Executive: More extensive bodywork, increased storage space and high levels of equipment. These tend to be heavier and not quite so easy to manoeuvre when parking, although they generally have larger wheels for improved stability and comfort.

How economical are scooter's?

Depending on the model, Kymco scooters are exceptionally good on fuel, around 120 mpg.

How much is road tax for a scooter?

Road tax, at the moment for a 50cc and 125cc costs as little as £15 per year.

How long does it take to order a KYMCO scooter?

For scooters not in stock, it normally takes around 5 - 7 working days.

 Whats the delivery time on KYMCO spare parts?

Any parts not in stock can usually be supplied next day.

 Do I need protective clothing to ride a scooter?

A helmet to ECE 22.05 standard is compulsory and we recommend for your own safety, that you give careful consideration to invest in some protective clothing.