There safe in as much as they can be operated safely by a trained rider. While there’s no guarantee that something bad might not happen the reality is a lot of risk can be managed.

In Pennsylvania you need a motorcycle license and insurance. And I always recommend training on top of that.

They are petite little buggers. Bet he never saw one in the wild, very shy and a bit rare.

He seems like a good man with a sharp mind. Ran into him this evening and he gave me an Australian knowledge check: Who big do you think a platypus is? I failed. Ugh.

Hope your new boss turns out to be a good bloke. A bit of mild culture change for him and getting used to a colder winter. Give him a Ga-Day from me in Bendigo.

That’s for sure. I’ve had people watch me pack things on the scooter. I like to believe they’re secretly drooling…

You outline exactly the great part of scooter ownership and use. Mine is engaged in the same way.

I have a new boss starting tomorrow. He’s just relocated from Melbourne. Maybe you passed him on the train!

Those unusual riding pillion riding positions always make me nervous. I saw a woman riding side saddle on the back of a scooter in Denver one night. She had a short dress on and sandals. I just cringed at the danger…

I’ve been thinking about a 50cc scooter myself for just the reason you outline. In my case, a Honda Ruckus that could be a real utility vehicle. I switch from the Ruckus to a BMW airhead. Can’t decide. They’re so similar…