I used to have a scooter back when I was in high school (my parents sold it last year ), and it is great for moving in the city traffic. A motorbike is more badass, sure, better looking and probably faster, but I reckon a scooter has more stability, and it has that nice place under the seat where you can store things that is very useful. Also you can add a windshield in the winter and a trunk for carrying around more stuff. Just be sure you have clothes that keep the wind well outside, especially in the hands (you might consider wanting to buy ski gloves for the cold season), and buy a good integral helmet. Non-integral helmets just don't give you the same protection.