I recently (Jan09) bought Honda activa..... I was very skeptical, whether I will be able to ride it, as it was my first vehicle (after cycle which I rided only in my bldg compound)..
Belive me, its superb two wheeler for the first time rider.... although for girls its little heavy compared to scooty , but I am sure, if u are even 50-52kg you can manage it...... it gives good pick-up and is quiet fuel efficiency (off course when I compare to auto rikshaw.. hahaha).
Also, this bike has very spacious dicky..... one can nicely accommodate her / his helmet, bike cover etc.... its seat is also very comfortable as its very broad and easily accommodate two person... however, if u have a kid and u three want to have a ride, it will be little difficult and couples may end up having quarrel for the space (usally my husband and I end-up fighting)... but overall its a good bike....
hope this review is useful for the reader who is like me first time user of two whealer
regards
K