QUOTE(mystvearn @ May 25 2022, 09:05 AM)
Hi,
I've used the Honda Future since 2013. Bought the <a href='https://<link removed>/2012/07/27/boon-siew-introduces-the-new-125cc-honda-future/' target='_blank'>high spec.</a> front and rear brake disc. Nothing wrong with the motorcycle but my uncle wants to buy it. Only got about 9.4k km on ODO meter. I did put a RM5k selling price if he wants it. Hopefully he does not want it since I don't see the need to sell the motorcycle yet. If he does commit to it, thinking of replacing with a scooter as scooter has covered footwell. Go in puddles, foot still dry and usually scooter has big boot.
Usage has not changed since my previous motorcycle. Criteria:
1. Weekend/weekday use around house. Mostly to buy groceries. Sometimes bawa kids around Kg area. 9 years in and I only used like 9.4k km. So 1k+ km/year.
2. Easy to service/maintain.
3. Similar size to the Honda Future and has a big storage boot. I use the Honda future boot to put it lots of items bought at store. Also easy to park and ciluk in traffic jams.
4. 250cc and below. I have B2 license. Also don't want wet clutch or clutch motorcycle.
5. I don't plan to modify the scooter since I don't use it for daily commute. I also don't mind used since my low KM usage.
6. Price <RM20k.
Suggestions?
Since u have quite a big budget, I would suggest to go for Honda ADV150. Reasons being:
- the bike looks big due to its design, but it is actually quite compact. It is based from PCX150 frame & engine
- fuel tank is on the footwell, so u get extra storage undet your seat for your stuff
- it come with ABS (front) with disc brake for front & rear
- digital instrument cluster with a lot of information
- keyless start. No more messing with keys, just keep in your bag/pocket
- abundance of parts/accessories
- cheap roadtax rm2 only
The not-so-good part:
- at RM12K-RM13K price, it is quite expensive for a 150cc scooter. But is is very popular though, i still see so many people buying it
- i read that this scooter top speed is quite low, around 100-110 km/h only.
- footwell is not flat since the fuel tank is there
- it is an open secret that scooter maintenance is always higher than moped (belting, thick tyres)
For your budget, there are actually a lot of choices for scooter, even Modenas Elegan 250/WMoto250i is under RM20K. But those scooters are really big & heavy to use around town. Sensible option is to go for Honda/Yamaha as they are reputable brand & easier to source for parts. Easy to sell back too.