Top 10 BEST 125cc Scooters 2023!

We take a look at some of the BEST 125cc Scooters available in 2023!
These can all be ridden from the age of 17 with a CBT certificate here in the UK!
Some include fresh updates announced at EICMA and Motorcycle Live. Make sure to let us know your favourite in the comments!

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[BikeMatters]

What's your favourite 125cc Scooter let us know in the comments below!

[TC-ohie]

Depreciation is a huge (mostly overlooked) cost of scooter ownership and out of the top 10, it’s really only the Honda PCX and the Yamaha NMax (and possibly the Vespa) that maintains reasonable resale values.

[simonbarnes]

This is perfectly timed for me, taking my cbt at the end of January and trying to decide what to get for after then. This is certainly helpful ☺

[alandavies]

After just quitting my job and giving back my company car I feel it’s the right time to get a scooter for my new daily commute. I’ve never rode a scooter or motorcycle before, always had cars, and it daunts me a little bit…I’m almost 60 years old now and all I need is reliability and good economy. Any recommendations would be greatly appreciated.

[GRYB]

Totally agree with the Medley at number 1. Owned one for 6 months and travelled over 3, 000 miles. MPG @ 120 and phenomenal reliability. Slim body makes it easy to filter and the lights are amazing. Local dealer is the icing on the cake. 2 year warranty and 12 months breakdown assistance. Why wouldn't you buy one. Love it. Beverly 400 next.

[keithwheeler]

As someone who has owned Euro 5 versions of the Piaggio Medley and the Honda PCX I would like to add to your assessment of these scooters. The Medley has a slightly more informative display showing 2 trip meters ( 1 for the PCX) and also ambient air temperature. As you say the Medley produces 15BHP with a top speed of 70 MPH versus the PCX’s 12.5 BHP and 65 MPH. It also has a slightly greater amount of underseat storage although the PCX still has room for a full face helmet + room for gloves etc. The PCX however outshines the Medley in other ways, if looks are important the PCX wins hands down. It’s fuel consumption is at least 20% better than the Medley and is considerably lighter (about 30 Kg). I’m 5’7” and sitting on the PCX I can get my feet flat on the ground, on the Medley I could not achieve that level of control. The turning circle of the PCX is better and manoeuvring on a gravel driveway is far easier on the PCX. Likewise putting the bike on the centre stand is easier with the PCX. The PCX consistently outsells not only the Medley but all other scooters and powered two wheelers in the UK, I don’t think those consumers have got it wrong. One final point in my experience both bikes handle superbly and are ideal for the twisty A and B roads in my area.

[tangoymoto]

Bought the Medley 150 last year. Best purchase ever. The 125 would be more than sufficient as well I think, as these engines develop lots of torque at the rear wheel.

[dIsAstErTR]

I own a SR GT. With 190cm/6.2 feet, SR GT's clearance of the ground and size really helps me get comfy, I'd recommend nothing else if you are like me.

[salimkassab]

i have just bought one after long research which was including this well made video!!! same colour blue and grey. Piaggio medley 125

[kennethmaney]

Having ridden honda scooters for years, I've got to say that the drum brake is brilliant on the back wheel. It's saved me a few times, where it tends to slide your back end instead of grabbing it. And this tendency to rely on the front disc can get you splattered. Also I got the conjoined brakes separated, Now I can use the back brake for slipping through traffick. Throttle and back brake only makes for no wobble, Got that tip from a police bike rider, try it.

[michaelkulh]

Honda PCX from my 8000 kilometres over one year experience. I am sure the other scooters are good too, and I have averaged 125mpg (52 Kilometres per litre) over one year.

[WarrenStuart-xj]

Your spot on regards not much between the top 3 to be fair, however id have reversed the order of the top 3.. pcx number 1!!

[Flame-Main-Gant]

got the honda forza 125 special edition, just love it

[K_]

What's the best bike to do the Knowledge for London black cab I don't know much about bikes but so far think it's Honda SH 125 considering I'm going to do lot of riding on the road

[franzjaegers]

I bought a Sym Jet 14LC in february. It's a replacement for the Kymco Agility City 125 I had for nearly 14 years. Way better lights, ABS, more underseat storage and a stronger engine. And quite a bit smoother and quieter. It will get a Topcase installed next week when it gets it's first inspection.

[planetx]

I totally agree with your selection and I really love the Piaggio and it looks and big wheels and good storage. I think big weekend scooters are so much better. Thank you for the great review 😊.

[TheMweb]

I have a 125cc Medley 17 plate and 50200 miles the head gasket has just gone. Was hoping to get well over 60k as I maintain it better than most do. I am disappointed for this to happen. The scooter is in excellent condition so I will be dropping a second hand engine in it, but altogether it another £850 to £900 with labour etc. I also own the 21 plate Medley which has done 17k. I now wait to see if the 21 plate engine gets further than the 17 plate. I do over 20000 miles a year so wont be too long for an update.

[enigmaa]

The Jet X is simply the best looking scooter out there. I absolutely love mine ❤‍🔥

[columbmurray]

I m 79, been riding bikes most of my life . In recent years changed to a PCX. The Shi, Vespa, Suzuki Address and Medley are attractive to my age because the hump in the middle can be annoying.

[andyish]

Had my 2016 Lexmoto FMS 125 for four years now, it's been brilliant, will do an indicated 65 mph which is not bad for a 125cc engine, If you look after them, wife them down and clean them regularly they will last.