Pros and cons of driving a 50cc moped

One of the most convenient, inexpensive, and fun ways to get to work or school is by riding a small motorcycle, such as a 50cc moped. These are just some of the reasons why I think they are so good for all types of people, whether they go to work or school.

The main advantages of riding a moped:

• Mopeds are cheap. These little bikes are really cheap to buy. Many times you can get a used one for just a couple hundred dollars if you look around. If you prefer to get a new one because you want reliability and the certainty of a warranty, you can still get a new one for almost $ 1000, depending on the make and model you choose. However, be careful when buying one that is too cheap because some of those imported from places like China have yet to earn a reputation for reliability. Replacement parts for these can also be difficult to find. Therefore, it is often better to go for a solid European or Japanese brand like Piaggio or Honda.
• Mopeds are cheap to ride – Mopeds generally seem to work just by smelling a rag of oil. Their little engines hum and burn very little fuel. I have found that by commuting to work every day, I spend only a few dollars to fill up the tank once a week. That’s a party because the tank is so small. Mine contains only a few liters of petrol (petrol for UK people) and lasts all week between refills. They are also cheap to maintain. This is because their motors are really simple, so it doesn’t take a lot of work to open them for maintenance or repairs. There’s also not much that can go wrong. And because they are so small, you spend less on parts compared to a large car or bike. They have only two wheels, so replacing the tires doesn’t cost too much. They only have one spark plug, so it is also cheap and quick to change.
• Mopeds are easy to drive: the other great advantage of them is that they are usually very light and easy to drive. Most are “turn and go” bikes, which means you only need to twist the throttle to go and you don’t have to worry about shifting gears. This makes them perfectly suitable for beginners. In many places, like Europe, you don’t need a special exam to ride one. If you are allowed to drive a car, you generally have the right to drive a moped as well. In some places, the only formality is that you have to take a mandatory basic training day course that aims to keep you safe on the road.

The cons of riding a moped

• Safety: motorcycles are not just fun and games. Mopeds are generally safe and fun to ride, but you’re still more exposed to danger on a bike than in a car. In a car you have a seat belt, crash protection, and air bags that come into play if you have a collision. On a bike, you will generally only have a helmet and some protective gear, such as gloves, a jacket, and pants.
• Weather: Driving in a car means you can turn up the heat when it’s cold or you can turn on the air conditioning when it’s too hot. On a motorcycle you are exposed to the elements. That means that in winter you will be cold, even if you have warm gloves and clothing. It is also difficult to stay dry when it rains heavily. And on a hot, sunny day, it will soon get quite hot, even with the cooling breeze that builds up as you go.