| SYM City | Original cost: £999 |
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| Manufacturer: |
San Yang Motor Company |
| Original importer: |
Moore Large Co Ltd |
| Engine: |
50cc, 2-stroke, automatic |
| Cooling: |
Air |
| Top Speed: |
30 mph
restricted |
| De-restricted: |
40 |
| Wheels (F): |
100/90x10 |
| Wheels (R): |
100/90x10 |
| Brakes (F): |
Disc |
| Brakes (R): |
Drum |
| Weight: |
79 kg |
| Seat Height: |
730 mm |
| Colour Options: |
Silver red, silver blue |
| Insurance Group: |
ERS: 4 NU: 1 |
| Entry Updated: |
26 March 2008 |
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The City is one of the cheapest new scoots you can buy (officially) in the UK that includes a full helmet bay. It features Honda-style trailing link forks (and handles well as a result), but is a physically small machine, so tall riders may find it cramped. The ultra small front disc brake is a bit weedy, but the quality seems good and you can’t moan about the price.
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| Category:
50cc Budget Automatic
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| SYM Euro MX 125 | Original cost: £1899 |
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| Manufacturer: |
San Yang Motor Company |
| Original importer: |
Moore Large Co Ltd |
| Engine: |
125cc, 4-stroke, automatic |
| Cooling: |
Air |
| Top Speed: |
60+ mph
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| Wheels (F): |
100/90x12 |
| Wheels (R): |
120/70x12 |
| Brakes (F): |
Disc |
| Brakes (R): |
Disc |
| Weight: |
136 kg |
| Seat Height: |
840 mm |
| Colour Options: |
Silver, Blue |
| Insurance Group: |
ERS: 8 NU: 4 |
| Entry Updated: |
20 March 2008 |
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A fine looking cheapie from Sym that’s looks and feels sturdy enough to last the pace. Based on their old Shark scoot the Euro MX also features a rim-mounted front disc brake. It’s basic but it has everything from helmet bay to curry hook, and suggests great VFM for the commuter wanting a 125 for less than two grand. Tested T&G 18.
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| Category:
125cc Automatic
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| SYM Orbit 125 | Original cost: £1899 |
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| Manufacturer: |
San Yang Motor Company |
| Original importer: |
Moore Large Co Ltd |
| Engine: |
125cc, 4-stroke, automatic |
| Cooling: |
Liquid |
| Top Speed: |
65 mph
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| Wheels (F): |
120-16 |
| Wheels (R): |
180-16 |
| Brakes (F): |
Disc |
| Brakes (R): |
Drum |
| Weight: |
105 kg |
| Seat Height: |
1165 mm |
| Colour Options: |
Silver |
| Insurance Group: |
TBC |
| Entry Updated: |
15 August 2008 |
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Sym’s first venture into the large wheeled scooter market, and a stylish one at that. Powered by their Joyride engine expect reliability coupled with performance. Acceleration is brisk and handling is nimble. Worth a second look if you’re in the market for a hi-wheeler.
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| Category:
125cc Automatic
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| SYM Shark 125R | Original cost: £1999 |
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| Manufacturer: |
San Yang Motor Company |
| Original importer: |
Moore Large Co Ltd |
| Engine: |
125cc, 4-stroke, automatic |
| Cooling: |
Air |
| Top Speed: |
60+ mph
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| Wheels (F): |
100/90-12 |
| Wheels (R): |
120/70-12 |
| Brakes (F): |
Disc |
| Brakes (R): |
Disc |
| Weight: |
120 kg |
| Seat Height: |
840 mm |
| Colour Options: |
Metallic Black/Silver, Red/Black |
| Insurance Group: |
ERS: 7 NU: 4 |
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The smart-looking SYM Shark brings the Taiwanese manufacturer 125 offerings up to date in technology terms. The four-stroke engine boasts reasonable performance. The flashy rim-mounted disc brake works fine, as well as looking trick. A rear disc brake (Shark 125R) has been added. With a flat floor and fair sized helmet bay the Shark is practical enough. Tested T&G 4.
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| Category:
125cc Automatic
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| SYM Orbit 180 | Original cost: £2099 |
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| Manufacturer: |
San Yang Motor Company |
| Original importer: |
Moore Large Co Ltd |
| Engine: |
175cc 4-stroke, automatic. |
| Cooling: |
Liquid |
| Top Speed: |
80 mph
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| Wheels (F): |
120-16 |
| Wheels (R): |
180-16 |
| Brakes (F): |
Disc |
| Brakes (R): |
Drum |
| Weight: |
125 kg |
| Seat Height: |
1165 mm |
| Colour Options: |
Silver |
| Insurance Group: |
TBC |
| Entry Updated: |
15 August 2008 |
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Same spec. as their 125 but with the 180 motor from the Joyride. Due to the lighter chasis expect acceleration to be very good with an impressive top speed. Twin shocks help to make the longer journeys bearable. Ideal for those with a longer commute on more open roads.
Tested T&G 32.
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| Category:
Over 125cc Automatic
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| SYM Joyride 180 | Original cost: £2299 |
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| Manufacturer: |
San Yang Motor Company |
| Original importer: |
Moore Large Co Ltd |
| Engine: |
180cc 4-stroke, automatic |
| Cooling: |
Liquid |
| Top Speed: |
70+ mph
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| Wheels (F): |
110/80x12 |
| Wheels (R): |
130/70x12 |
| Brakes (F): |
Disc |
| Brakes (R): |
Disc |
| Weight: |
144 kg |
| Seat Height: |
736 mm |
| Colour Options: |
Silver, Graphite |
| Insurance Group: |
TBC |
| Entry Updated: |
15 August 2008 |
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Sym’s Joyride was re-badged as a Laverda by Aprilia to relaunch the famous Italian brand in its home nation, so it should be and indeed is a good bit of kit. Praised by all members of T&G staff who have so far ridden it, features include twin adjustable rear shocks, centre and side stands, back rest, 40-litre underseat storage and alloy wheels. The motor is a 180cc four-valve four-stroke liquid-cooled engine that claims 14.5bhp (approx), and braking is courtesy of a rim mounted front disc combined with an traditional rear. A well spec’d scoot at a competitive price that should put a few major companies to shame.
Tested T&G 13.
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| Category:
Over 125cc Automatic
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| Taishan Sport | Original cost: £1045 |
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| Manufacturer: |
Taishan Motorcycles (China) |
| Original importer: |
None at present |
| Engine: |
49.65cc, 4-stroke, automatic. |
| Cooling: |
Air |
| Top Speed: |
30 mph
restricted |
| De-restricted: |
Unknown |
| Wheels (F): |
3.0x10 |
| Wheels (R): |
3.0x10 |
| Brakes (F): |
Drum |
| Brakes (R): |
Drum |
| Weight: |
75 kg |
| Seat Height: |
740 mm |
| Colour Options: |
Met red, met silver |
| Insurance Group: |
TBC |
| Entry Updated: |
17 September 2009 |
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China’s Taishan Sport boasts drum brakes at either end which are adequate yet not exceptional, and a four-stroke engine to keep the Eurocrats happy. Not a sports scooter, even if you do squint, but it does have a 12 month warranty and the promise of frugal petrol consumption. Preview T&G 15.
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| Category:
50cc Budget Automatic
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| Taishan Commuter | Original cost: £945 |
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| Manufacturer: |
Taishan Motorcycles (China) |
| Original importer: |
None at present |
| Engine: |
49cc, 4-stroke, automatic |
| Cooling: |
Air |
| Top Speed: |
30 mph
restricted |
| De-restricted: |
Unknown |
| Wheels (F): |
3.0x10 |
| Wheels (R): |
3.0x10 |
| Brakes (F): |
Drum |
| Brakes (R): |
Drum |
| Weight: |
74 kg |
| Seat Height: |
740 mm |
| Colour Options: |
Met red, met silver |
| Insurance Group: |
TBC |
| Entry Updated: |
17 September 2009 |
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The Taishan Commuter from China is based on an old Honda scooter, has 10in tyres and a new four-stroke engine to help it meet EU regulations. The overall size of this machine, and use of drum brakes for stopping power suggest it’s better suited to smaller ladies than big boys. With a 12 month warranty it’s a cheap option for those penny pinchers out there. Preview T&G 15
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| Category:
50cc Budget Automatic
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| Taishan XT Sport | Original cost: £999 |
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| Manufacturer: |
Taishan Motorcycles (China) |
| Original importer: |
None at present |
| Engine: |
50cc 4 stroke, automatic. |
| Cooling: |
Air |
| Top Speed: |
30 mph
restricted |
| De-restricted: |
45 |
| Wheels (F): |
3.5x10 |
| Wheels (R): |
3.5x10 |
| Brakes (F): |
Disc |
| Brakes (R): |
Drum |
| Weight: |
79 kg |
| Seat Height: |
730 mm |
| Colour Options: |
Black |
| Insurance Group: |
TBC |
| Entry Updated: |
17 September 2009 |
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The XT Sport shares the body of the standard Sport but is better equipped with wider tyres, alloy wheels and a disc up front. Complete with 4t motor making it economical on
fuel as well as purchase price. Price also includes free 1 years insurance
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| Category:
50cc Budget Automatic
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| TGB 204 Classic | Original cost: £1545 |
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| Manufacturer: |
Taiwan Golden Bee Co (Taiwan) |
| Original importer: |
AGC Ltd |
| Engine: |
124cc, 4-stroke, automatic |
| Cooling: |
Air |
| Top Speed: |
60 mph
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| Wheels (F): |
120/70-12 |
| Wheels (R): |
130/70-12 |
| Brakes (F): |
Disc |
| Brakes (R): |
Drum |
| Fuel Capacity: |
6.8 litres |
| Weight: |
102 kg |
| Seat Height: |
mm |
| Colour Options: |
Blue, Metallic Grey |
| Insurance Group: |
ERS: 7 |
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The 204 Classic is imported by AGC Ltd and offers those on a budget the chance to own a new 125. For your cash you get a disc brake, rear and side stands, a rear rack and fold out pillion pegs. A 12 month warranty is included too.
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| Category:
125cc Automatic
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