Is a scooter considered a motorcycle?

Though purists may disagree, scooters are technically classified as a type of motorcycle. Don’t be surprised if many discount them from the conversation, however.

What's the difference between a motorcycle and a scooter?

Two immediate key differences between scooters and motorcycles is that they have a step-through frame, and a platform for the rider’s feet. This allows people to sit on a scooter, rather than having to straddle it. Furthermore, scooter engines tend to be smaller, so they also tend to be less powerful than motorcycles.

Is a scooter more comfortable than a motorcycle?

This is a matter of preference, as some people do love the seating position of being on a motorcycle. However, thanks to its accessibility and the fact that the ride can sit back with ease and keep their feet on a solid surface, scooters are largely considered more comfortable.

Can you ride a scooter on the motorway?

The answer to this question largely depends on the specs of the scooter. 50cc scooters, for instance, cannot legally be used on the motorway, but 125cc scooters can. Even if you do have a scooter that’s legally allowed on the motorway, it’s recommended that you get motorway safety training to ensure confidence.

Used scooters for sale

With over 1,500 used scooters available on Auto Trader, we have the best range of scooters for sale across the UK.

Latest second hand Scooters for sale

Honda X-ADV 750 Scooter Petrol DCT Euro 5 (59 ps) 745cc
2023 (23 reg) | 4,100 miles
£9,250
Scooter | 745cc | 58BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Piaggio Vespa GTS 250ie 244cc
2013 | 18,904 miles
£1,000
Scooter | 244cc | Automatic | Petrol
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BMW CE 04 15kw Scooter Electric CVT Toothed belt (42 ps)
2022 (22 reg) | 9,919 miles
£4,995
Scooter | 42BHP | Automatic | Electric
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Honda Forza 125 ONLY 158 MILES YAMAHA MAIN DEALERSHIP 125cc
2025 (25 reg) | 158 miles
£4,690
Scooter | 125cc | 15BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Honda Vision NSC110 CVT V-Belt Euro 5 109cc
2025 (75 reg) | 307 miles
£1,993
Scooter | 109cc | 8BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Honda SH125i Scooter Petrol CVT V-Belt Euro 5 (13 ps) 125cc
2023 (73 reg) | 30,556 miles
£2,200
Scooter | 125cc | 13BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Suzuki BURGMAN 400 FINANCE SPECIALISTS APPLY NOW LOW RATE FINANCE DELIVERY AVAILABLE 400cc
2022 (22 reg) | 16,337 miles
£3,589
Scooter | 400cc | 29BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Kymco AK550 Scooter Petrol CVT Euro 4 (54 ps) 550cc
2018 (18 reg) | 7,000 miles
£4,995
Scooter | 550cc | 53BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Honda Forza 350 Scooter Petrol CVT V-Belt Euro 5 (30 ps) 330cc
2022 (72 reg) | 5,594 miles
£3,500
Scooter | 330cc | 30BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Silence S02 LS Wheel-hub Engine Euro 5
2021 (71 reg) | 159 miles
£1,595
Scooter | Automatic | Electric
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Lexmoto Apollo 125 CVT Euro 5 125cc
2021 (71 reg) | 2,633 miles
£1,490
Scooter | 125cc | 8BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Honda Forza 350 FINANCE SPECIALISTS APPLY NOW LOW RATE FINANCE DELIVERY AVAILABLE 330cc
2023 (72 reg) | 7,063 miles
£4,089
Scooter | 330cc | 30BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Honda Vision 110 CVT Euro 5 109cc
2022 (72 reg) | 5,537 miles
£2,295
Scooter | 109cc | 5BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Honda Forza 125 CVT Euro 5 125cc
2022 (72 reg) | 13,900 miles
£3,595
Scooter | 125cc | 15BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Honda ADV 350 CVT V-Belt Euro 5 330cc
2025 (25 reg) | 2,418 miles
£4,990
Scooter | 330cc | 28BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Piaggio Vespa GTS 125 Super ABS Scooter Petrol CVT Euro 4 (12 ps) 125cc
2017 (17 reg) | 12,332 miles
£650
Scooter | 125cc | 12BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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BMW C 650 GT CVT Euro 4 647cc
2020 (69 reg) | 1,886 miles
£4,995
Scooter | 647cc | 60BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Honda Vision 110 108cc
2016 (66 reg) | 5,190 miles
£1,495
Scooter | 108cc | 8BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Yamaha XMAX 300 CVT V-belt Euro 5 292cc
2021 (21 reg) | 1,910 miles
£4,290
Scooter | 292cc | 27BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Honda PCX125 125cc
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£3,399
Scooter | 125cc | Automatic | Petrol
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