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

Voge SR16 VOGE 125cc 2025 125cc
2025 (25 reg) | 892 miles
£2,299
Scooter | 125cc | 11BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Keeway XDV 125 EVO PRO KEEWAY 125cc
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£2,999
Scooter | 125cc | Automatic | Petrol
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Voge SR1 VOGE ADV 125, NOW IN STOCK AT KJM SUPERBIKES MATT BLACK, RED AVAILABLE 125cc
| 1 miles
£2,999
Scooter | 125cc | Automatic | Petrol
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Honda PCX125 DX Scooter Petrol CVT V-Belt Euro 5 (12 ps) 125cc
2025 (75 reg) | 1,900 miles
£2,900
Scooter | 125cc | Automatic | Petrol
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Royal Alloy GP 125 AC Scooter Petrol CVT Euro 5 (10 ps) 124cc
2022 (72 reg) | 2,048 miles
£2,000
Scooter | 124cc | 9BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Yamaha NMAX 125cc
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£3,701
Scooter | 125cc | Manual | Petrol
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Honda ADV350 330cc
2025 (74 reg) | 1,700 miles
£5,495
Scooter | 330cc | Manual
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Lexmoto L5 50 E55 CVT Euro 5 50cc
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£1,489
Scooter | 50cc | 3BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Honda Super Cub C125 Euro 5 124cc
| 1 miles
£3,999
Scooter | 124cc | 9BHP | Manual | Petrol
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Honda NSS750 Forza 745cc
(73 reg) | 3,135 miles
£7,690
Scooter | 745cc | Manual | Petrol
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Yamaha TMAX 560 Tech Scooter Petrol CVT V-Belt Euro 5 (47 ps) 562cc
2022 (22 reg) | 2,100 miles
£9,495
Scooter | 562cc | 46BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Piaggio PIAGGIO ONE FENG CHEN WANG
2023 (23 reg) | 1 miles
£1,500
Scooter | 2BHP | Automatic | Electric
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Segway E125S Scooter Electric Wheel-hub Engine Euro 5 (4 ps)
2022 (72 reg) | 1,613 miles
£1,400
Scooter | 4BHP | Automatic | Electric
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Suzuki Burgman 400 400cc
2000 (X reg) | 25,699 miles
£1,750
Scooter | 400cc | 32BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Kymco Super 8 50 E5 Scooter Petrol CVT Euro 5 (4 ps) 49cc
2024 (74 reg) | 3,945 miles
£1,950
Scooter | 49cc | 4BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Honda PCX125 DX CVT V-Belt Euro 5 125cc
2025 (25 reg) | 396 miles
£3,299
Scooter | 125cc | Automatic | Petrol
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Honda X-ADV 750 - DCT AUTOMATIC - EXTRAS - LOVELY BIKE. EXTRAS - WARRANTY - SERVICED. 745cc
2017 (17 reg) | 21,302 miles
£6,495
Scooter | 745cc | 54BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Piaggio Vespa GTS 310 Supersport Supertech Scooter Petrol CVT Euro 5 (25 ps) 310cc
2026 (26 reg) | 2 miles
£6,765
Scooter | 310cc | 24BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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BMW C 400 GT Euro 5 350cc
2023 (23 reg) | 9,256 miles
£5,198
Scooter | 350cc | 33BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Honda PCX125 Scooter Petrol CVT V-Belt Euro 5 (12 ps) 125cc
2023 (23 reg) | 10,812 miles
£1,900
Scooter | 125cc | 12BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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