I just picked up Flash from the scooter shop, and they gave him a clean bill of health. The transmission’s a little worn, according to the mechanic, but nothing out of the ordinary. He gave the carburetor a cleaning and changed the gearbox oil, and I’m good to go. It cost $60 total for not a lot of “work” done on it, but that seems reasonable for the actual work put into the inspection, and worth it for the peace of mind.
Good Luck! I hope you have good weather. I will be following you here!