11-01-2012, 06:00 AM
I have a friend with a moped on 5th - he rides it to town all the time. He hasn't reported any problems but he may not be going at rush hour.
Another friend of mine lives in Orchidland. He has a pick up truck but bought a scooter to take to work in town everyday to save on gas. Personally I thought he was crazy. Still do. But I have not heard him complain of any crazy drivers.
Your wife is a trooper but considering that a new scooter is about $1,600 and you can get a beater car for $3,000 or so. Ask yourself if your wife's life is worth that extra $1,500 and do you have the financial wherewithal to survive the medical bills that might arise from an accident (rain or not).
Another friend of mine lives in Orchidland. He has a pick up truck but bought a scooter to take to work in town everyday to save on gas. Personally I thought he was crazy. Still do. But I have not heard him complain of any crazy drivers.
Your wife is a trooper but considering that a new scooter is about $1,600 and you can get a beater car for $3,000 or so. Ask yourself if your wife's life is worth that extra $1,500 and do you have the financial wherewithal to survive the medical bills that might arise from an accident (rain or not).