The SYM Symphony 125 is a practical automatic scooter designed for commuters and novice riders seeking fuel-efficient urban mobility. Its liquid-cooled single-cylinder engine delivers smooth performance with electronic fuel injection, while the CVT transmission offers effortless riding. Best known for combining affordability with reliable everyday practicality, it excels in city traffic and short-distance commuting.
The 2026 Yamaha Delight 125 is a practical urban scooter designed for commuters and new riders seeking affordable, reliable transportation. Its efficient single-cylinder engine delivers smooth power for city riding while maintaining excellent fuel economy. Known for its simplicity, low maintenance costs, and user-friendly handling, it excels as an economical daily commuter solution.
Both are scooters, so this is a like-for-like choice.
2026 SYM Symphony 125: Designed primarily for commuting and short urban trips rather than performance or long-distance riding.
2026 Yamaha Delight 125: Built purely for short urban hops, commuting, and errand-running rather than any kind of performance riding.
Verdict: Choose the 2026 SYM Symphony 125 if you want more power. Choose the 2026 Yamaha Delight 125 if you want lighter weight. Check the full table below for every figure, and the size comparison for fit.
| Specification | 2026 SYM Symphony 125 | 2026 Yamaha Delight 125 |
|---|---|---|
| Other | ||
| Category | Scooter | Scooter |
| Color Options | White, Black, Blue, Grey | Matt Grey, Trendy Red, Milky White |
| Comments | USB charging. The SYM brand is owned by Sanyang Motor in Taiwan. | - |
| Engine | ||
| Capacity: | 125.0 ccm (7.63 cubic inches) | 125.0 ccm (7.63 cubic inches) |
| CO2 Emissions | 5 CO2 g/km | - |
| Engine Type | Single, four-stroke | Single, four-stroke |
| Bore x Stroke | 52.4 x 57.8 mm (2.1 x 2.3 inches) | 52.4 x 57.9 mm (2.1 x 2.3 inches) |
| Compression | 10.7:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Cooling System | Air | Air |
| Fuel System | Injection | Injection |
| Starting | Electric | Electric |
| Fuel Consumption | - | 1.90 litres/100 km (52.6 km/l or 123.80 mpg) |
| Ignition | - | TCI |
| Valves Per Cylinder | - | 2 |
| Lubrication System | - | Wet sump |
| Performance | ||
| Power | ✓11.3 HP (8.4 kW) @ 8500 RPM | 8.3 HP (6.1 kW) @ 7000 RPM |
| Torque | ✓10.3 Nm (1.1 kgf-m or 7.6 ft.lbs) @ 6500 RPM | 9.8 Nm (1.0 kgf-m or 7.2 ft.lbs) @ 5000 RPM |
| Power/Weight Ratio | 0.0926 HP/kg (wet) | 0.0822 HP/kg (wet) |
| Brakes & wheels | ||
| Front Brakes | Single disc. Combined braking system (CBS) | Single disc. Hydraulic |
| Rear Brakes | Single disc | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Front Tyre | 110/70-16 | 90/90-12 |
| Rear Tyre | 110/70-16 | 100/90-10 |
| Front Brakes Diameter | - | 180 mm (7.1 inches) |
| Dimensions & weight | ||
| Wheelbase | 1360 mm (53.5 inches) | 1275 mm (50.2 inches) |
| Overall Length | 1980 mm (78.0 inches) | 1805 mm (71.1 inches) |
| Overall Width | 685 mm (27.0 inches) | 685 mm (27.0 inches) |
| Overall Height | 1145 mm (45.1 inches) | 1160 mm (45.7 inches) |
| Seat Height | 805 mm (31.7 inches) | ✓800 mm (31.5 inches) |
| Wet Weight | 122.0 kg (269.0 pounds) | ✓101.0 kg (222.7 pounds) |
| Fuel Capacity | 5.20 litres (1.37 US gallons) | ✓5.50 litres (1.45 US gallons) |
| Transmission | ||
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Final Drive | Belt | Belt |
| Clutch | Auto centrifugal type | - |
| Chassis & suspension | ||
| Front Suspension | Telescopic Fork | Telescopic fork |
| Rear Suspension | Double shocks | Unit Swing, monoshock |
| Ground Clearance | 125 mm (4.9 inches) | 125 mm (4.9 inches) |
| Frame | - | Underbone |
| Front Wheel Travel | - | 81 mm (3.2 inches) |
| Rear Wheel Travel | - | 68 mm (2.7 inches) |
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