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SYM Joyride 125 evo

Make Model	SYM Joyride/RV 125 evo
Year	2014
Engine	Single cylinder, 4-stroke, 4V, SOHC
Capacity	124.5 cc / 7.6 cub in.
Compression Ratio	10:5:1
Cooling System	Air cooled, forced air
Engine Oil Capacity	1.0 L / 2.1 US pints
Transmission Oil Capacity	0.11 L / 0.23 US pints
Lubrication	Dry sump
Exhaust	Single
Fuel System	Carburetor (CVK)
Induction	Electronic
Ignition	CDI
Battery	12V, 8 Ah (MF)
Starting	Electric and kick
Spark Plug	NGK CR 8E
Clutch	Centrifugal
Maximum Power	9.2 kW / 12.5 hp @ 8500 rpm
Maximum Torque	11.2 Nm / 1.14 kgf-m / 8.27 ft/lb @ 6500 rpm
Transmission	CVT
Final Drive	Belt
Frame	Steel, monocuna split steel tube
Front Suspension	Telescopic fork
Rear Suspension	Twin sided swing arm, adjustable dampers
Front Brakes	Single hydraulic disc, 273 mm
Rear Brakes	Single disc, 200 mm
Wheels	Aluminium alloy
Front Tyre	100/90-12 56P
Rear Tyre	130/70-12 64L
Dimensions	Length: 2100 mm / 82.7 in. Width: 760 mm / 29.9 in. Height: 1390 mm / 54.7 in.
Wheelbase	1440 mm / 56.7 in.
Ground Clearance	140 mm / 5.5 in.
Seat Height	760 mm / 29.9 in.
Wet Weight	156 kg / 344 lbs
Fuel Capacity	7.6 L / 2.0 US gal
Average Fuel Consumption	2.3 L /100 km / 43 km/l / 101 US mpg
Top Speed	100 km/h / 63 mph
Climbing Capacity	28°

Joyride/RV, a light-weight cruiser, comes in elegant styling with a strong and powerful heart. A long-haul ride will never be a problem again because the Joyride/RV is equipped with a wide and extended seat which provides excellent comfort. Flat floor panel will offer enough space for placing personal items or additional room for the driver.

Honda PCX125 vs. Sym Joyride 125

From a riding point of view the Sym Joyride is the one to go for, it’s one of those scooters that just glides around corners. It’s very comfortable and has great weather protection too. Like the Honda, the Joyride also has a fuel injected liquid cooled engine, no idle-stop though and it’s a bit thirstier than the PCX. One significant disadvantage is the price, the days of Taiwanese scooters being cheaper than the Japanese and European rivals seems to be a thing of the past. The price may have risen but so have the levels of quality, finish and reliability. ‘Made in Taiwan’ is no longer a joke.

However, the Honda has idle-stop technology, is very frugal, and costs almost £400 less than the Sym. That’s a big saving on a 125cc scooter, especially when you're getting Honda peace of mind too. For those reasons, we’d choose the Honda PCX125; it’s a close call and if the price was a match or we were likely to do some longer distances the Sym would have potentially won this duel.