I bought this scooter because of the name HONDA. As I have used the Honda cars in my days overseas and had been very very satisfied with the performance of those cars. Anyways coming back to HONDA ACTIVA I must say the pick up of this vehicle is amazing. From 0 to 40 in a shot... It is very economical fuel wise speaking. The tyres that come with it have a very good grip on the road hence reducing the chances of slipping etc. I have had this baby for the last two years and it has never disappointed me. I even had an accident with his lady... after the accident also it has performed like always except for the camshaft which got bent after the accident. My wife just adores this scooter and is very comfortable with it. But I would like to say here that one should not be toooo rash with her in driving on bad roads although I have been tough on her even on bad roads. I would recommend that in the mornings when you start her start her by kicking and not with battery starter. Then you do not have a problem the whole day.
Enjoy riding it.