Yamaha NMAX 125 vs Zongshen Cyclone RT1

Yamaha NMAX 125 vs Zongshen Cyclone RT1 side by side: power, weight, seat height, tank, range, A2 licence and prices. Model years: since 2021 and since 2025.

Key differences

SpecsYamaha NMAX 125Zongshen Cyclone RT1
Yearssince 2021since 2025
TypeScooterScooter
LicenceA1 / 125A1 / 125
Engine125 cm³, 1 cyl.125 cm³, 1 cyl.
Power9 kW / 12 hp8.6 kW / 12 hp
Weight131 kg (with fluids)142 kg (with fluids)
Seat height770 mm795 mm
ABSABSABS
Drive / gearboxautomaticautomatic
Tank7.1 l9 l
Fuel use2.1 l/100 km2.4 l/100 km
Range on one tank290 km330 km
New price (official list, DE)£3,400-
Used price (estimate)£2,400 - £3,100£1,800 - £2,000

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Yamaha NMAX 125: Weak points

  • Not great for a passenger

Zongshen Cyclone RT1: Weak points

  • Small dealer network
  • Budget build quality

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