what is the differance between a scooter & motorcycle?

Answer 1

Scooters have a "step-through" design. A motorcycle usually the gas tank, or at least a substantial part of the frame, between the rider's knees. The engine in a motorcycle is usually in front of the rider. The overall construction resembles a standard bicycle where someone has dropped an engine into the gap in the front section of the frame. You straddle a motorcycle when you ride it.

By contrast, a scooter has seat with the motor somewhere under it, the handlebars and front suspension out in front, and the two are connected by a low section of the frame with floorboards. You can step through that low section to get on the scooter, rather than swinging a leg over it. And when you ride it, it's possible to touch your knees together.

Those are the only differences that have to be present to tell motorcycles and scooters apart. There are usually other differences. Motorcycles almost always use manual transmissions, while scooters usually have automatics. Motorcycles have the engine mounted to the frame while scooters frequently have the engine mounted to the suspension. And scooters almost always have smaller wheels and tires.

While most scooters have smaller engines than motorcycles, there's a bit of overlap. The largest scooters like the Yamaha Majesty have 40 to 50 horsepower and are quite capable of going on the freeway.

Answer 2

There are a number of differences that differentiate between a "scooter" and a motorcycle. First of all, ALL scooters have a floorboard where you can put your feet. Motorcycles usually just have foot pegs to put your feet on. Scooters usually do not have you shift gears, such as that on a motorcycle. Scooters usually have one "gear". Unless the throttle is beyond an idle state, scooters are usually in "neutral". Only motorcycles have the characteristic high gas tank, which is usually between your knees when riding it. Below is a table that will help you out:



Item Motorcycles Scooters
Where your feet go Foot pegs Floor board
Gas tank High, usually between your knees In floor board or toward the back
Maximum speeds Often 100+ MPH 15-80 MPH, depending on model
Weight Usually 300-600 LB, but
can be heavier Usually 40-500 LB
Wheel diameter Usually at least 20" Usually 8-16"
Engine sizes Usually over 400 cc Usually under 200 cc, but can be as high as 600 cc
Gears Often have at least 3 gears and may also have reverse gear Usually has one gear

Answer 3

The engine in motorcycle is centrally fitted.

The engine in scooter is fitted in a side way.

Hence the driving of motorcycle is easy than scooter while driving due to the engine fitting and configuration.

Answer 4

Very simple; a scooter is a girl friend of a motorcycle.

Answer 5

Bolan is right. On a motorcycle, you throw a leg over it, and ride it like a horse. Scooters have a "step-through" design, and smaller wheels. But some scooters have big engines and can easily achieve highway speeds (where they are legal).

Answer 6

Hey Man, Answer is very simple.
Scooter ,
Every one in the family can ride ,

Less Mileage ,
can travel for a short distance ,

boot space is more ,

meant for people
like pensioners
women and young people ,
,
,

A family member ,



Motorcycle

Only Male or females intrsted in riding can ride

meant for long distance
travel



hardly any storage facility

Meant for the crazy bikers
who want show of with
, speed, mileage and power

, A status symbol

Answer 7

A scooter doesn't go over 35 miles an hour.

Answer 8

scooters are putt-putts, meant for around-town use. Real motorcycles are meant for long-distance riding, have a fuel tank capacity of 4 gallons or more, and they're much much faster than a scooter...

Answer 9

a scooter has foot rest and the motorcycle has gears where you put your feet

Answer 10

You cant take a scooter on the freeway