About the Author

I have been riding scooters and motorcycles daily for 35 years. Originally from England, I am a member of the Institute of Advanced Motorists (Motorcycle), and have been actively involved in motorcycle training and safety for the past 20 years.

My current ride is “Bella”, my beloved Vespa GTV 250. It is featured as the main image in the banner of this blog.

I regularly ride a motorcycle (BMW R1150RT), but, given the choice, I head for the scooter first!

My hope with this blog is to do my part in making scooter riding safer, and to encourage the use of this eminently practical form of transport.

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