2008 SYM HD 125

2008 SYM HD 125 pictures, prices, information, and specifications.
MSRP
$3,298
Type
Scooter
Insurance
Compare with the 2009 SYM Mio 50 2009 SYM Mio 50
Model Type
Scooter
MSRP
$3,298
Dealers
Warranty
24
Insurance
Finance
Generic Type (Primary)
Scooter
Manufacturer Country
Taiwan
Manufacturer Recommend Minimum Age
16
Parent Company
SYM
Display Name
HD 125
Year
2008
Make
SYM
Engine Type
Single-Cylinder
Cylinders
1
Engine Stroke
4-Stroke
Horsepower (bhp/kW)
12.3 / 9.2
Horsepower RPM
8500
Torque (Ft Lbs/Nm)
8 / 10.8
Torque RPM
6500
Cooling
Liquid
Valves
4
Valves Per Cylinder
4
Valve Configuration
OHV
Bore (mm/in)
57 / 2.24
Stroke (mm/in)
48.8 / 1.92
Displacement (cc/ci)
124.5 / 7.6
Compression Ratio
10.5:1
Starter
Electric / Kick
Fuel Requirements
Mid Grade
Fuel Type
Gas
Fuel Injector
No
Carburetor
Yes
Number Of Carburetors
1
Carburetion Type
Carburetor
Speed Governor
No
Transmission Type
Continuously Variable (CVT)
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel)
Belt
Primary Drive (Engine / Transmission)
Belt
Reverse
No
Wheels Composition
Aluminum
Tube / Tubeless
Tubed
Chromed
No
Front Tire Width
100
Front Tire Aspect Ratio
80
Front Wheel Diameter
16
Rear Tire Width
120
Rear Tire Aspect Ratio
80
Rear Wheel Diameter
16
Front Tire (Full Spec)
100 / 80 - 16
Rear Tire (Full Spec)
120 / 80 - 16
Front Brake Type
Hydraulic Disc
Front Brake Diameter (in/mm)
8.7 / 220
Rear Brake Type
Drum
Rear Brake Diameter (in/mm)
5.1 / 130
Front Suspension Type
Telescopic Fork
Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load
No
Front Adjustable Rebound Damping
No
Front Central Suspension Strut
No
Steering Damper
No
Rear Suspension Type
Twin Sided Swing Arm
Rear Adjustable Shock / Spring Pre-Load
Yes
Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping
No
Number Rear Shock Absorbers
1
Air Adjustable
No
Steering Control
Handlebar
Length (ft)
6.78
Width (in/mm)
27.8 / 706
Height (in/mm)
45.9 / 1165
Wheelbase (in/mm)
54.5 / 1385
Length (ft/ft)
6
Length (ft/in)
9.3
Dry Weight (lbs/kg)
297.6 / 135
Payload Capacity (lbs/kgs)
242.5 / 110
GVWR (lbs/kgs)
540.1 / 245
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)
2.1 / 8
Engine Displacement to Weight (cc)
0.42
Seat Type
One-Piece
Adjustable
No
Seat Material
Vinyl
Seat Location
Driver and Passenger
Folding
No
Number Of Seats
2
Grab Rail or Strap
Standard
Frame
Steel
Body Material
Plastic
Floor Board Location
Driver
Hand Grips
Standard
Foot Peg Location
Passenger
Adjustable
No
Chain Guard
No
Chassis Protectors
No
Drive Shaft Guard
No
Engine Case Guard
No
Fork Guards
Yes
Saddle Bag Guard
No
Tank Guard
No
Belt Guard
Yes
Hand Guards
No
Brush Guard
No
Heel Guards
No
Exhaust Guard
Yes
Light Guard
No
Fuel Tank Cover
No
Front Fender
Standard
Rear Fender
Standard
Stand Type
Center / Kick
Handlebars
Standard
License Plate
Standard
Digital Instrumentation
Standard
Clock
Standard
Speedometer
Standard
Temperature Warning Type
Gauge
Fuel Level Warning Type
Gauge
Service Reminder
Standard
Warranty (Months/Condition)
24 / Limited
Battery Warranty (Months)
0
Metallic
No
Handlebar Lock
Standard
Folding
Yes
Underseat Storage
Standard
Lockable Storage
Standard
Rear Rack
Standard
Helmet Storage
Standard
Headlight Mounts
Standard
Halogen Headlight (s)
Standard
Headlight (s)
Standard
Light Type
Halogen
User Reviews
1 review
  • Not bad for the money
    By  (I am an Owner) on Jul 10, 2009

    Rather heavy, the 125cc engine is adequate for Ho Chi Minh City driving, which generally moves at about 15 KPH. The scooter has adequate acceleration when needed, but it bottoms out on bumps when loaded with about 180 KG of passengers.

    The seat is two level, and if you're a large American ...

    Storage is adequate and my large helmet (required here) fits into the space under the seat. There is only one hook for hanging grocery bags and it is under the front part of the seat. I would prefer it on the front panel but the material there probably won't support a substantial weight if the hook was positioned there.

    The scooter came with two large rearview mirrors, which I like but which are superfluous here. The traffic is so heavy that you don't need to look anywhere but forward--there is always another vehicle on every side of you or passing, and it is much more important to see someone driving directly at you, which happens much too often. Most driving is done with inches between handlebars--one or two inches--and that is one reason for the slow speeds.

    We have had one knockdown accident and the bike and we the passengers seemed to be reasonably well protected. We fell off and left some skin on the pavement, but nothing on either the scooter or us was broken.

    I would probably buy the same scooter again, but will consider a very small car when I get tired of the life risking motorbike riding.

    Bill

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