It would be unfair to say that small bikes are Yamaha’s thing—they certainly have some big, bad options in their 2022 motorcycle lineup—but they also know how to build a damn good scooter, and the Zuma 125 proves it. An economical little machine developed for comfortable commuting, The Zuma 125 (called the BWS in Canada) is also surprisingly rugged, thanks to its modern design and features.

The Yamaha Blue Core 125cc 4-stroke engine in this thing only puts out 8 HP, but its fully-automatic V-belt transmission makes delivering that power a breeze. Other conveniences and rider aids here include a shocking amount of storage (thanks to multiple built-in compartments), unified braking system, handsome LCD instrument cluster, and push seat with enough room on it to carry a passenger without feeling cramped. There are also new asymmetric headlights in the front for a more rugged look and better coverage in low-light conditions.

The 2022 Zuma 125 is available in Matte Black and Yamaha Blue. As far as scooters from the big Japanese motorcycle makers go, this is one of your better buys out there. It starts at $3,699 USD/$4,299 CAD.

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