Why do we not tout motorcycles and scooters more?

Question:
I read the article today on the Yahoo homepage about EV, but no one seems to talk about 2 wheelers as a viable alternative. I have about a 60 mile a day commute and with spiking and uncertain gas prices I decided to buy a scooter this year. It gets 65-70 MPG, goes up to 80 MPH or so and was a fraction of the price of the cheapest EV. Heck, it's a fraction of any hybrid and still a few thousand cheaper than a new Rio or Aveo. Why aren't scooters and motorcycles talked up more as alternatives? Why isn't there more information available as to current trends because I'm sure I'm not the only one with the idea and it does seem like there are a lot more two wheelers on the road?

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Thank you.

Answers:

Why is taxi fare so high now days?

I have a scooter and I love it. I personally think everyone who is physically able to ride a scooter should get one.

Why do buses always stop in front of train tracks and open their doors when crossing the tracks?

I don't know how much more dangerous they really are, but I do know that the vast majority of Scooter and Motorcycle riders do not have any serious accidents. I'm sure that bad eating habits, smoking, and lack of exercise are all more dangerous than commuting to work on a scooter.

What does impeding traffic mean?

There are only two drawbacks that I know of. First, the weather controls you. Under 40º, and your ride into work becomes less fun. And rain and snow are even worse. Second, you can bring you. There is some room in a scooter, and less on most motorcycles. Waqnt to go to Home Depot? Don't take the scooter. 2-wheelers don't lend themselves to grocery runs, car pools, or clothes shopping.

What is it with people who look down at their cell phones while they're crossing the street?

So anyways, everyone should have a scooter, but also have access to a car when they need it.

I'm 22 and I don't drive?

Scoot on!

Can a hearse carrying a corpse?

Common sense. If you crash, usually you're dead or seriously injured. I speak from experience.

Is there really a road in the U.S. that has no speed limit? If so, where is it?

Accident costs are higher. Chances of survival even if you are in the right is low. This is known as being "dead right".

How do taxi cab drivers know where to go?

Proper safety gear is essential . . this video shows why.
http://dynamic.cnn.com/apps/tp/video/us/...

Whats the furthest distance you have heard of anyone cycling to work?

If the calculated risk is acceptable, many excellent used values can be found on craigslist > for sale > motorcycles.

SLUGGING? from woodbridge to dc (14th st)?

If you can twist a wrench, a China crate scooter might be an option.
http://www.bandit-motorsports.com/index.
http://www.hooperimports.com/product.asp...

For my prom car and rentals?

What do you do when it rains? Do you still attend the board meeting with dead bugs on your suit? You don't fair as well in a minor fender-bender. You can't hide YOUR hemmoroid cushion on the back of a Yamaha !

I want some one to drive me around in Glenallen USA. I can afford Petrol?

If everyone rode scooters, like in some countries, the danger would be greatly reduced.

About how many miles over the speed limit will a Highway Patrol let you slide?

Most people are not willing to risk getting mowed down by some dizzy chick in her minivan or suburban.

What are you supposed to do when a traffic light turns orange?

(or a guy either)

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