2009Yamaha Zuma 125

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The 2009 Yamaha Zuma 125 is a reliable automatic scooter designed for urban commuters and casual riders seeking affordable, fuel-efficient transportation. Its fuel-injected single-cylinder engine delivers consistent performance with minimal maintenance, while the automatic transmission and compact design make it ideal for navigating congested city streets and parking in tight spaces.

Capacity: 125.0 ccm
Engine: Single, four-stroke
Gearbox: Not on record
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Wet weight: 93.9 kg
Seat height: 780 mm
Power: 15.0 HP (11.0 kW)

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail35%

Cornering55%

City riding90%

Daily riding80%

Touring20%

Two-up35%

Track10%

Best for: Built primarily as a lightweight urban commuter scooter with a rugged, fun styling twist rather than a performance or adventure machine.
Built for: Playful, retro-styled, and nimble, with automatic transmission convenience that emphasizes ease of use over outright speed or power.
Not ideal for: Not suited for highway touring, high-speed travel, or serious off-road riding despite its faux-adventure aesthetic.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

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At 780mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2009 Yamaha Zuma 125, with a moderate knee angle of around 100 degrees and a slightly forward riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 125.0 ccm
Power: 15.0 HP (11.0 kW)
Engine type: Single, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.1597 HP/kg (wet)
Bore x stroke: 52.4 x 57.9 mm
Compression: 10.0:1
Cooling system: Air
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Ignition: Digital TCI
Valves per cylinder: 4
Lubrication system: Wet-sump

Transmission

Transmission type: Automatic
Final drive: Belt
Clutch: Dry centrifugal automatic clutch

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1290 mm
Overall length: 1910 mm
Overall width: 765 mm
Overall height: 1113 mm
Seat height: 780 mm
Wet weight: 93.9 kg
Fuel capacity: 6.10 litres
Ground clearance: 94 mm
Dry weight: Not on record - add it

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Large-gauge steel pipe frame
Front suspension: 27mm telescopic forks
Rear suspension: Dual shock
Rake (fork angle): 27.0°
Trail: 94 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Single disc
Front brakes diameter: 220 mm
Rear brakes: Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakes diameter: 200 mm
Front tyre: 120/70-L12
Rear tyre: 130/70-L12

Other

Color options: Team Yamaha Blue/White, Raven, Bright Yellow

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What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted

Specification	2009	2013	2018	2022	2026
Capacity	125 cc	125 cc	125 cc	125 cc	125 cc
Dry weight	—	121 kg	119 kg	121 kg	121 kg
Seat height	780 mm	780 mm	780 mm	780 mm	785 mm
Fuel capacity	6.1 L	6.1 L	6.4 L	6.4 L	6.1 L