Two things bug me. First, the key reluctantly refuses to twist smoothly in the ignition, and requires a lot of fiddling with the handlebars to function properly. And second, don’t forget to turn off the underseat light, because it can drain down the battery pretty quickly, as I’ve experienced late one evening. Luckily, after a night’s sleep, Burgman restarted, but barely.

Now, for that MSRP
Before you gasp for air when we mention the Burgman ZA400’s price, consider what you get. It costs $8,599. No need to tell me what you could get with that sum, I already know. But one must realize that a long-distance, two-occupant touring bike will cost much more than that. If you think this scooter doesn’t have enough guts, the twin-cylinder Burgman 650 can also be had for just under 12 grand.

If your ego doesn’t care to be seen riding a scooter, the Burgman’s virtues deserve to be considered. (Photo:Sébastien D'Amour/Moto123.com)

Actually, I also think that it’s no bargain, especially when a Kymco Xciting 500Ri ABS costs $7,495. But the 400-cc Yamaha Majesty costs the same, and a Piaggio MP3 is more expensive.

I could easily imagine myself riding to work every sunny morning aboard the Suzuki Burgman. It’s comfortable, fairly quick and easy to ride. If your ego doesn’t care to be seen riding a scooter, the Burgman’s virtues deserve to be considered.

Pros
Very comfortable for long rides
Stability
Worthy engine

Cons
Fussy key and ignition operation
Underseat light doesn’t turn off by itself
Not a bargain