Non-resident buying a scooter here

Not sure of the legalities on buying a Scooter here, as opions vary as to qualification, I would have said no. But if you are able to buy one I would plump for a Vespa, the classic italian Scooter from 50cc up. Very reliable (a freind of ours has had one for 15 yrs with no probs) and cheap to insure and run.

Hi Marcella,If you are not a resident then get a "friend" to "own" one for you.You will have to pay for title transfer (more than you might expect), and arrange insurance for "any rider" and you are away.Get an insurance quote or two beforehand, so you know what to expect.I would always choose something Japanese, for the obvious reasons, other than that check out what your local bike shop services as you will probably need them sooner or later.If you buy a used scooter then it will need a "revisione" after 4 (I think) years & then every 2 thereafter. There will be a little stamp on the registration papers.It is always cheaper to buy a scooter during the colder weather. A good place to look is this site. You can enter in your location, price, enginesize etc.http://www.moto.it/usato/usato02.asp?EN=&EMACROMODELLO=Altre&ET=tutti&ED...in bocca al lupo

Don't bother, I've got the scars to prove it, too dangerous. Hire a panda or similar.

Many thanks for all your replies. Will give it some serious consideration. Need to find a resident to 'own' one!