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Symba 125

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33 /100 Commuter
Power/Weight
0.07 hp/kg
Torque
7 Nm
Engine
101 ccm

2014 Sym Symba 125 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Engineered by Sym for the scooter motorcycle segment, the 2014 Sym Symba 125 relies on a 101.4 cc (6.2 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 6.7 HP (4.9 kW) at 8,500 rpm while maximum torque reaches 6.8 Nm (5 lb-ft) at 8,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 4-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 66.1 HP per liter and a 500 rpm working window between peak torque (8,000 rpm) and peak power (8,500 rpm), the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.

On the scales, the Symba 125 measures 95 kg (209 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.07 HP/kg (14.18 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 1,225 mm (48.2 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 4.1-liter (1.1 US gal) fuel tank paired with a rated consumption of 1.54 L/100 km provides an estimated theoretical range of roughly 266 km (165 miles) between fill-ups.

Specific Output
66.1 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.07 HP/kg (14.18 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
8,000–8,500 rpm
Theoretical Range
~266 km (165 mi)
Engine
Displacement 101.4 ccm (6.19 cubic inches)
Engine Type Single cylinder, four-stroke
Engine Details Single cylinder, four-stroke
Power 6.7 HP (4.9 kW)) @ 8500 RPM
Torque 6.8 Nm (0.7 kgf-m or 5.0 ft.lbs) @ 8000 RPM
Valves/Cylinder 2
Fuel System Carburettor
Cooling Air
Transmission
Gearbox 4-speed
Final Drive Chain (final drive)
Driveline CVT, 4-speed semi-automatic.
Performance
Fuel Consumption 1.54 litres/100 km (64.9 km/l or 152.74 mpg)
Greenhouse Gases 35.7 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Chassis
Frame Type Pipe under bone, steel
Front Suspension Telescopic Fork
Rear Suspension Unit Swing Arm
Wheelbase 1225 mm (48.2 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre 2.50-17
Rear Tyre 2.50-17
Front Brakes Expanding brake (drum brake)
Front Brake Ø 130 mm (5.1 inches)
Rear Brakes Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear Brake Ø 110 mm (4.3 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight 95.0 kg (209.4 pounds)
Power/Weight 0.0706 HP/kg
Overall Height 1055 mm (41.5 inches)
Overall Length 1910 mm (75.2 inches)
Overall Width 690 mm (27.2 inches)
Fuel Capacity 4.10 litres (1.08 US gallons)
Other
Starter Electric & kick
Color Options Red/white, blue/white, black/white
Light 35/35W headlights
Carrying Capacity Front basket
Notes

Cub made in Taiwan.

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