When I got my 2004 Honda Element, I thought about getting a Honda Metropolitan Scooter. Three years later and I'm definitely going to get one.
Other scooters I was considering were the Yamaha Vino Classic (49cc as well) and the Vino 125. I decided that I should start out with a 49cc scooter. I have never ridden one before and I figure I should start out small. Sure it won't go as fast as a 125 cc, but really who cares. Hills may be a problem but again, who cares.
I found a Ruby one at a dealer 23 miles away. It's a beautiful color. My fav color is blue though, and I really want to see the Sapphire. Hopefully a dealer 10 miles away will be getting one in; I was told they're getting Metropolitans in 3 to 4 days.
I hope to get scooting soon!