I was looking for a second bike to cruise around with and ride to work in the rain. So I was looking for a 300cc or higher scooter because they have more protection from wet roads. I also ride 6 miles on the interstate to and from work. I test rode the BMW C400GT back in July at the demo event. I liked everything but the $9400 price tag. I then went to my local Piaggio dealer and checked out the Vespa 300 and BV400. I liked the Vespa but you had to order one because they were all sold out. The BV’s seat felt cramped for me. Both of these scooters couldn’t fit a full face helmet under the seat.
I went and test rode the BMW C400GT again and the seat pushed you forward and it felt tight between the seat and handlebars. I drove right over to the Yamaha dealer and checked out the Xmax 300. They are really rare in the US, seeing Cycletrader only shows 22 in the US. The seat is way better then the BMW’s. I can fit two full face helmets under the seat with room to spare. Even my adventure helmet fits easily. On the BMW, you can only store a full face helmet when parked.
With Yamaha reliability and a top speed of a 100mph. I think I made the right choice.
I went and test rode the BMW C400GT again and the seat pushed you forward and it felt tight between the seat and handlebars. I drove right over to the Yamaha dealer and checked out the Xmax 300. They are really rare in the US, seeing Cycletrader only shows 22 in the US. The seat is way better then the BMW’s. I can fit two full face helmets under the seat with room to spare. Even my adventure helmet fits easily. On the BMW, you can only store a full face helmet when parked.
With Yamaha reliability and a top speed of a 100mph. I think I made the right choice.