In cities especially, and particularly in Rome, you will be buzzed by scooter riders with ten times your ability to cope with the local traffic and conditions. Don’t bother trying to emulate them, but be aware that if your fat panniers stop you in traffic and you block that skinny gap through which most scooters could squeeze, you’re likely to get moaned at. Best solution? Raise both palms skywards and give the shrug that sheds all blame. Oh, and Italian Yamaha T-Max riders are often cocky, inconsiderate muppets.
