Here she is

A Southampton scooter for a Southampton lifestyle.

Gilera Runner 180cc VXR 4-stroke, 2001 model, first off the lights every time.

Remember the helmet?

The time is right

It's after hours, and someone is vacuuming the office right behind me, so hey, there was never a better time to get inspired and write more blog.

Has anyone seen this bike on the road? I would ride it in a second, but at £4000 second hand, I am unlikely to buy it. The SV is not much cheaper either.

I am seriously considering getting a 125/150cc scooter. They are cheap to run, and should be perfect for the 20 minute ride to work. With the Summer coming up, it's looking good. The roads here are so narrow, it's far better suited, I think.

If any of you riders knows a good kickass scooter - looks and performance - I would love to hear from you.

Man I hate the sound of vacuum cleaners. Except when I'm vacuuming.