Yamaha->ke301's Zuma line-up of scooters is fixing to get a new member of the family with the introduction of the Zuma 125. Packed with a combination of impressive design, superb handling, and upstanding performance numbers, the Zuma 125 fits the bill of a well-rounded scooter.

The design of the Zuma 125 fits the mold of a tough off-road machine wrapped in a scooter's body. The nose of the seat is closer to allow good leg clearance at stop signs while also allowing you to slide back into the wider area of the seat while cruising for maximum body support. The model also features an underseat storage compartment that has enough room for a full-sized helmet to be stored. Out front, the bike carries two bright halogen headlights with the left side providing the 55W low beam while the right side is the 60W high beam. An analog speedometer is flanked by a fuel gauge and indicator lights while the main switch is equipped with a key hole lock cover for added security.

As far as handling goes, the Zuma 125 was built on a hefty steel-tube frame has a step-through design for easy mounting. The telescopic fork features beefy outer tubes for strength, while slider shrouds help protect the 27mm inner tubes from debris. The Zuma 125 is powered by a 125cc 4-stroke engine with 4 valves with ceramic-composite cylinder plating, and electronic fuel injection. The engine's power is coarsed through a fully automatic C.V. transmission while pushbutton electric starting make the Zuma 125 one of those bikes that offer super-convenient transportation.

For a new line of scooters that follows in the lead of the Zuma line, the 125 offers the best of all worlds, without any compromises.

Find our more about the Yamaha Zuma 125 after the jump.

2012 Yamaha Zuma 125

Specifications
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Engine

-Zuma’s fuel-injected, 125cc single cylinder, 4-stroke

engine pumps out lots of power for its size, using an SOHC

4-valve head with 10:1 compression ratio and ceramic-composite

cylinder plating.

-Pushbutton electric starting makes the Zuma 125 superconvenient

for transportation.

-For reliability and easy maintenance, simple wet-sump

lubrication is used. The centrifugal oil filter built into the

crankshaft means there’s no messy oil filter to replace.

-Forced air cooling system helps keep engine temperatures under

control, even while idling at stoplights, for maximum efficiency

and longer engine life.

-Fully automatic, V-belt transmission with centrifugal clutch

provides easy, twist-the-throttle-and-go operation with great

off-the-line acceleration.

-Fuel injection provides the optimal fuel mixture for the operating

condition, including temperature and altitude, and that

means easy cold starts, too.

-Oiled-paper type air filter helps trap dirt before it gets to your

engine, even when riding on unpaved roads. The V-belt housing

has its own off-road-style wet-foam air filter for durability.

-Upswept muffler incorporates exhaust catalyst technology to

reduce air pollution and meet emission regulations.

Chassis/Suspension

-Hefty steel-tube frame has a step-through design for easy

mounting. A two-stage electrodeposition and electrostatic

painting process provides a durable, corrosion-resistant finish.

-Telescopic fork features beefy outer tubes for strength, while

slider shrouds help protect the 27mm inner tubes from debris.

-Swingarm has double rear shocks for riding comfort on the street

and unpaved roads, too.

-Fuel tank holds 1.6 gallons for plenty of cruising range. Fuel tank

emission system includes a charcoal canister to control gasoline

evaporation and reduce air pollution.

-Fat 120/70-12 front and 130/70-12 rear tires have an aggressive

looking block pattern for great handling on unpaved roads and

on the street. Tires run on lightweight five-spoke die-cast

aluminum wheels.

-220mm hydraulic front disc and rear drum brakes combine for

serious stopping power.

-Zuma provides both a centerstand and side stand for

parking convenience.

Additional Features

-Two bright halogen headlights light the way—following current

sportbike practice, the left side provides the 55W low beam while

the right side is the 60W high beam.

-For extra security when parked, the main switch is equipped with

a key hole lock cover.

-The underseat storage compartment’s cavernous 5.2-gallon

capacity is roomy enough for a full-face helmet.

-The Zuma 125’s easy-to-read analog speedometer is flanked by a

fuel gauge and indicator lights.

Specifications

Model

YW125BB; YW125BW

Engine Type

125cc forced air-cooled 4-stroke single;

SOHC, 4-valve

Bore x Stroke

52.4 x 57.9 mm

Compression Ratio

10:1

Fuel Delivery

Electronic Fuel Injection

Clutch Type

Dry centrifugal automatic clutch

Transmission

V-belt automatic

Suspension/Front

27mm telescopic forks

Suspension/Rear

Dual shock

Brake/Front

220mm disc

Brake/Rear

Drum

Tire/Front

120/70-12 51L

Tire/Rear

130/70-12 56L

L x W x H

75.2 x 30.1 x 43.8 in

Seat Height

30.7 in

Wheelbase

50.8 in

Ground Clearance

3.7 in

Fuel Capacity

1.6 gal

*Est. Fuel Economy

89 mpg

**Wet Weight

269 lb

Color

Raven; Alpine White


* Fuel economy estimates are based on US EPA exhaust emission

certification data obtained by Yamaha. Your actual mileage will

vary depending on road conditions, how you ride and maintain

your vehicle, accessories, cargo, and operator/passenger weight.

** Wet weight includes the vehicle with all standard equipment and

all fluids, including oil, coolant (as applicable) and a full tank

of fuel. It does not include the weight of options or accessories.

Wet weight is useful in making real-world comparisons with

other models.