The only reason I would consider using mine would be riding to work, where there is a safe place to keep it, and I don't have to carry anything on it. But even that is out for over half the year due to extreme heat. I drive an old pickup with a brand new A/C setup in it pretty much everywhere I go. The MB, just like my motorcycles and scooters, is pretty much worthless in the summer in AZ, in 115+ degree temperatures. Yes there are spandex riders out there riding pedal bikes in that heat, but my physical condition won't allow it. About 2 months ago, several mountain bikers and hikers died in the Phoenix area due to the extreme heat. It was so hot they shut the airport down for a few hours. In the short winter, I love riding about 100 miles a day, buzzing along the shoulder of rural roads. I only ride in town long enough to get out of town. Traffic is crazy here, and it is extremely dangerous to ride in town on anything that will not go at least 50-55 mph. That's where my 200cc CVT scooter really comes in handy. No shifting, plenty of power for city riding, and storage under the seat and in a top box.