What category is the 2016 Yamaha Zuma 125?

General information
Category	Scooter
Model	Yamaha Zuma 125
Year	2016
Engine and Transmission Specifications
Emission details	Muffler incorporates exhaust catalyst technology
Greenhouse gases	61.2 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Fuel consumption	2.64 litres/100 km (37.9 km/l or 89.10 mpg)
Driveline	V-belt
Clutch	Dry centrifugal automatic clutch
Transmission type,final drive	Belt
Gearbox	Automatic
Cooling system	Air
Lubrication system	Wet-sump
Ignition	Digital TCI: Transistor Controlled Ignition
Fuel control	Single Overhead Cams (SOHC)
Fuel system	Injection. Electronic Fuel Injection
Bore x Stroke	52.4 x 57.9 mm (2.1 x 2.3 inches)
Compression	10.0:1
Engine type	Single cylinder, four-stroke

Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels
Rear brakes	Expanding brake (drum brake)
Front brakes diameter	220 mm (8.7 inches)
Front brakes	Single disc
Rear tyre	130/70-L12
Front tyre	120/70-L12
Rear Suspension	Dual shock
Front Suspension	27mm telescopic forks

Physical measures and capacities
Fuel capacity	6.06 litres (1.60 gallons)
Wheelbase	1,290 mm (50.8 inches)
Ground clearance	94 mm (3.7 inches)
Overall width	765 mm (30.1 inches)
Overall length	1,910 mm (75.2 inches)
Overall height	1,113 mm (43.8 inches)
Seat height	780 mm (30.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc	122.0 kg (269.0 pounds)
Other specs
Maintenance	Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay
Factory warranty	1 Year Limited
Starter	Electric
Color options	Stardust Silver, Competition Silver/Heat Red

Performance Profile & Rider Fit

Best For

Track10%

City90%

Cornering55%

Daily Riding80%

Touring20%

Passenger35%

Rider Profile

Best For	Beginner-friendly and approachable, ideal for new riders or scooter commuters who want simple twist-and-go operation.
Purpose	Built primarily as a lightweight urban commuter scooter with a rugged, fun styling twist rather than a performance or adventure machine.
Rider Fit	Its low seat height and light wet weight make it easy to handle for shorter or less physically strong riders, including at low speeds and in stop-and-go traffic.
Character	Playful, retro-styled, and nimble, with automatic transmission convenience that emphasizes ease of use over outright speed or power.
Not Ideal For	Not suited for highway touring, high-speed travel, or serious off-road riding despite its faux-adventure aesthetic.

Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.

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2016 Yamaha Zuma 125 Rider Ergonomics Assessment

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At 780mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2016 Yamaha Zuma 125, with a moderate knee angle of around 100 degrees and a slightly forward riding position.

Data quality: measured. Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated (a typical street-bike rule of thumb - stiffer or softer suspension will vary). This is an approximation from category-typical geometry and generic body proportions, not a measurement of this specific bike or you - sit on it before you buy.

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