SYM Symphony 125 vs Yamaha NMAX 125
SYM Symphony 125 vs Yamaha NMAX 125 side by side: power, weight, seat height, tank, range, A2 licence and prices. Model years: since 2021.
Key differences
- Lighter: SYM Symphony 125 (122 vs 131 kg, kerb weight)
- Lower seat: Yamaha NMAX 125 (770 vs 780 mm)
- Longer range: Yamaha NMAX 125 (about 180 vs 110 miles)
| Specs | SYM Symphony 125 | Yamaha NMAX 125 |
|---|---|---|
| Years | since 2021 | since 2021 |
| Type | Scooter | Scooter |
| Licence | A1 / 125 | A1 / 125 |
| Engine | 125 cc, 1 cyl. | 125 cc, 1 cyl. |
| Power | 8.4 kW / 11 bhp | ✓9 kW / 12 bhp (best value) |
| Torque | 10.3 Nm at 6500 rpm | 11.2 Nm at 6000 rpm |
| Weight | ✓122 kg (kerb weight) (best value) | 131 kg (kerb weight) |
| Seat height | 780 mm | 770 mm |
| Suspension travel | no data | front 100 mm, rear 91 mm |
| Max load | no data | 166 kg (rider, passenger, luggage) |
| ABS | no ABS | ABS |
| Drive / gearbox | automatic | automatic |
| Tank | 5.2 l | ✓7.1 l (best value) |
| Fuel use | 113 mpg (2.5 l/100 km) | ✓135 mpg (2.1 l/100 km) (best value) |
| Range on one tank | 110 miles | ✓180 miles (best value) |
| Used price (estimate) | £1,500 - £2,200 | £2,300 - £3,100 |
| New price (official German list, converted) | - | £3,400 |
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SYM Symphony 125: Watch out
- Struggles at motorway speeds
- Brakes are only average
- Short range, frequent fuel stops
Yamaha NMAX 125: Watch out
- Not great for a passenger
- Popular with thieves
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Specs from makers and test sources; prices are estimates. Check the bike you buy.