Had the Suzuki Burgman 250 for 2 months, November-December and loving it to bits as the protection is better then any bike I've ever ridden or had, even the BMW K100LT. Very nice ride at reasonable speeds. comfort level is on a par with big touring machines. I find it the ideal commuting tool as I don't do motorways on my commute but do hit some A-roads (110kmh). acceleration is good, filtering is fantastic. I do find that cars don't expect you to be away from the lights faster then them so they start honking at you at the lights (never had that on my other bikes). The thing I miss most is the cruising speed as this bike means I can't go on the yearly pilgrimage to a MotoGP race Brno this year) with the guys. For that you would really need a 650 scoot. My scooter has now done38400kms (24000mls) and needs the drivetrain replacing which I will do with a polini or Malossi kit so I get a bit more top speed.
Good transport as long as you don't do motorways.
Perfect replacement for a car
does not rust when left outside (yet)