2022 Yamaha Zuma First ride and impressions

OUR buddy J.J Herzog brought in his 2022 Zuma 125 that had less than 1 mile in for some upgrades Brandon gives you his first impressions. Also, Paul and Jon eat a Carolina Reaper.

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[johnnywayne]

I picked up possibly the last Zuma (BWS125) in Canada a few weeks back and I'm absolutely loving it. At 5' 8", this thing fits me perfectly, and I naturally sit with my knees splayed out in a relaxed position, as well as my feet slightly outboard so the fit is very comfortable. I actually find that I'm a bit more of a Hellion on this scoot than I ever was on any of my motorcycles. I haven't had a ticket on two wheels in over 30 years, but I'm likely to get one before the year is out. 😈

[darkain]

I just got this exact same bike and you calling it ugly, is really making me feel some type of way😂😂😂😂😂😂

[Parker-dief]

Ha, I saw the speedometer at the first part of the test ride and was like DAMN. I hope the engine reliability is the same as the previous 125s. I have a fully stock 2015 and it runs like a top. Liquid cooling is nice to have here in the desert.

[dennisfrazer]

I have a 2021 Zuma and absolutely love it. And the 2022 model where they changed the look of it I don't think it is ugly at all. I think it's rugged and cool looking.

[grumpysquid]

The 2022 is my first scooter and it is SO MUCH FUN. 5’8” and my legs feel fine. Rides approaching one hour get a little uncomfortable for your butt. Simple maintenance disassembly compared to the ADV is a huge plus. This is the ultimate “throw down” utilitarian scoot with a peppy engine and zombie apocalypse intentions.

Changes I’d want: brighter screen; some angles the sunlight blots visibility. Night riding has limited lights due to the one bug eye at a time system. Would be better for both eyes to be lit for low and high beam duty.

The turn signal is loud as heck, which is GOOD. Brakes don’t have ultimate grip but what do you expect for a budget scooter. Reliability should retain legendary status, beauty is in the eye of the beholder, and fun factor is a hoot. Many aftermarket accessories to customize, too.

At my 165 lb body I’m getting about 110-120 real world MPG on moderately spirited riding and stock engine.

[jatoavor]

my wife loves the Zuma. It fits her perfectly She’s
5’4” 120lbs. We were going to pick up a couple after we moved to the beach but I had the same issue you pointed out plus I looked like a trained circus bear on a bike. I lucked out and found a xmax300 6 months old with 900 miles for less than the 125 was going to cost.

[CityWok]

I put hwy bars on mine and knees clear and generally more comfy position than the floor

[pete]

Can you do a video review that’s not 90% complaint about leg room?

[UguysRnuts]

Couldn't you adjust the angle of the throttle/grip assembly to swing the cables forward and up? The mirrors appear to be too vertical. They could afford to lean back a few degrees which could give you the clearance you need.

[davidschneider]

It's almost like they built it for Billions of Asians

[bobbyjoesugar]

What’s up fellas-have you had a chance to try out some performance products in this gen of the Zuma? Also, any plans to make some parts? Would love to see some kinda highway footpeg to be able to stretch my legs out.

[josephgeorgeejr]

Well you mostly lean into turns, the small amount of room they turn before hitting ur knees, is allvthats ever needed except maybe tight maneuver stuff in parking lot, then for that you just move back, there going be compromise on any small bikes, you just got kno the compromise and work with it

[rickrudge]

Come on you guys. If you’re going to show off the 2022 Zuma 125 get one of the owners to talk about it. This reviewer didn’t even know where the gas went. As a 2013 owner, I prefer the tubular body to the plastic body of the 2022 model. However this new bike has a lot of the features (behind that plastic) that many Zuma owners have been modifying or wishing to modify on their older Zuma 125s. There is that foot/knee-room issue on the Zumas but most tall people sit back on the seat; they can also get those Universal Highway Bars you used to sell. Asian YouTube videos show riders straddle their legs back onto the passenger foot pegs. 🛵💨💨💨

[tkarlmann]

Yup, that's the thing I MOST care about -- is whether some 6'-tall-guy can ride this! ... NOT!!! (I'm 5'6")
-- Saves worrying about theft by tall guys!!!

[Redmirage]

Put a 3” riser on the handlebars and there’s no problem

[josephgeorgeejr]

There is a guy on utube called Venezuelan savage, hes 6 ft 5 he drives this daily for deliveries and never heard him say the handle bar heights was a problem

[KF]

Did this scooter end up getting handlebar risers? You had enough extra room with the cables afterall?

[explorewestcoast]

Hey, I just got one of these and I am wondering about adjusting the headlight height. The low bean is low and is barely 60 feet in front of the bike on flat.

[chEz]

You think highway pegs would help with the knee clearance problem?

[stonehand]

I just bought 2017 Zuma 125cc... at 6 ' tall it is kind of a nice scoot. I wanted lighter weight over my Xmax 300.