Built around Yamaha's scooter motorcycle platform, the 2018 Yamaha Zuma 125 relies on a 125 cc (7.6 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke powerplant. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 52.4 x 57.9 mm (2.1 x 2.3 inches) with a 10.0:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the Zuma 125 measures 262 kg (578 lbs) wet (curb). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 780 mm (30.7 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance, combined with a 1,306 mm (51.4 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 6.43-liter (1.7 US gal) fuel tank paired with a rated consumption of 2.28 L/100 km provides an estimated theoretical range of roughly 282 km (175 miles) between fill-ups.
Within MotoLibrary's Yamaha archive, this model family spans 17 indexed model years from 2009 to 2026, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Theoretical Range
~282 km (175 mi)
Engine
Displacement125.0 ccm (7.63 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Compression10.0:1
Bore x Stroke52.4 x 57.9 mm (2.1 x 2.3 inches)
Fuel SystemInjection
Fuel ControlSingle Overhead Cams (SOHC)
IgnitionDigital TCI
CoolingAir
Transmission
GearboxAutomatic
Final DriveBelt (final drive)
DrivelineV-belt
Performance
Fuel Consumption2.28 litres/100 km (43.9 km/l or 103.17 mpg)
Greenhouse Gases52.9 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Chassis
Frame TypeLarge-gauge steel tube
Rake27.0°
Trail94 mm (3.7 inches)
Front SuspensionTelescopic forks
Rear SuspensionDual shocks
Wheelbase1306 mm (51.4 inches)
Ground Clearance124 mm (4.9 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-12
Rear Tyre130/70-12
Front BrakesSingle disc. Hydraulic.
Front Brake Ø245 mm (9.6 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc. Hydraulic.
Rear Brake Ø200 mm (7.9 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl.262.0 kg (577.6 pounds)
Seat Height780 mm (30.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Height1125 mm (44.3 inches)
Overall Length1910 mm (75.2 inches)
Overall Width765 mm (30.1 inches)
Fuel Capacity6.43 litres (1.70 US gallons)
Other
StarterElectric
Color OptionsHeat Red, Liquid Silver
LightTwin headlight
Carrying CapacityUnder-seat trunk is large enough to hold an XL full-face helmet. Rear rack.
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
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