I had a SH 300 for about a year and found it to be a lovely scooter, fast, comfortable and good on petrol. I used it in town and for rides out and it never gave me any sort of problem. New they are expensive but if you intend to keep it for a while I thnk its worth it and would not hesitate to recommend it. But then my Silverwing came along and was smitten on the first ride. lucky me