No offence but the only scooter I'd go back to is a newer shape Tmax.

Earl wrote:No offence but the only scooter I'd go back to is a newer shape Tmax.

well the best price and condition tmax i could find is http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/ ... ?logcode=p" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Now that is nice, but I've got my sights on either the Honda nc or another Mana.

The Honda NC is much better than the Mana. Just my opinion, but the Honda impressed me where the Mana didn't. Mana is quicker, Honda much smoother and probably cheaper to run in the long run.

I'd also say that the TMAX in the link above is WAY overpriced. I sold my 2011 over a year ago with 8000 miles on the clock for £5k.

DougL wrote:The Honda NC is much better than the Mana. Just my opinion, but the Honda impressed me where the Mana didn't. Mana is quicker, Honda much smoother and probably cheaper to run in the long run.

Totally agree, also you'll spend about half on fuel, if that interests you.

Only potential weakness on the NC is questionable chains, some suggesting it needs a slightly more chunky one, but with the DCT bike this is less likely I suspect.

Service costs will be a fraction as it's 8k miles interval with pretty easy access for DIY too.

The only downside I can see of the Honda is the size, I'm 22st and the mana looks bigger.

Earl wrote:The only downside I can see of the Honda is the size, I'm 22st and the mana looks bigger.

It was a while ago I test rode the Mana, but I would say the NC700X is larger (but still quite slim) and would be very capable of handling you!

Personally I like the 700X DCT over the Integra.

Have a play on here - http://cycle-ergo.com/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

EDIT: Yep NC700 is taller seat by half an inch, so same lean but less knee & hip angle compared to Mana - well for 6 footer with 32" inside leg it is.

That link was great, I was surprised in the height difference between the 2 Honda's the NCS an NCX????

How's it going with your insurance company? I cant believe an Ins Co is going to even consider a claim if you hadn't renewed. I hope for your sake they do mind...

Im thinking the same, yet keeping me fingers crossed for you Earl.