TaoTao ATM50-A1 50cc Scooter vs TaoTao Thunder 50cc Scooter

[Axel]

Hey all, glad I found this cool forum!

Very much a new to buying a scooter. From initial checking, it seems TaoTao are the "go-to" for under a grand scooters. Was just wondering how the TaoTao ATM50-A1 50cc & TaoTao Thunder 50cc Scooter compare and which one would be best for me. My main desire is a scooter that's safe/easy to handle. Also important are ability to handle weight and storage space (this is gonna be my only means of transportation).

Any help or comments would be greatly appreciated... thanks!

[kz1000st]

If you can pick up the Thunder for a reasonable price, get that. It has 12 inch wheels instead of the 10" wheels on the ATM 50. Plus I hear the ATM 50 has a niggling habit of eating headlight bulbs on a regular basis. Not a disastrous issue but the Thunder is a better scooter.