Which 125 electric scooter to choose in 2023 ? Our favorite models

There are several points to take into account when you buy an electric scooter: the price, the autonomy, the number and the weight of the batteries, but also the comfort of the driving.

The purchasing guide for a 125cc scooter

More powerful than a 50cc scooter, more comfortable for long journeys or if you drive with a passenger; Less restrictive than a maxi-scooter that requires having the permit: the 125 scooter is the queen category of the urban scooter. It is often to him that city dwellers are turning to flee the traffic jams or the metro to go to the office.

In this buying guide for a 125 scooter, we present our top 10 of the best 125cc scooters. We also share practical advice if you are about to buy a scooter 125, as well as the latest news. Finally, if you are looking for a 125 scooter insurance or a credit to buy the scooter of your dreams, we put you in touch with reliable partners who will help you carry out your project and save money.

�� Latest news on 125cc scooters

A new version, called City, for the Kymco X-Town

Reinforcement. Marketed since 2016, the Kymco X-Town is split with the release of a new version called City. Several technical and aesthetic developments come a facelift to the Kymco X-Town. For example, the City version has a flat floor, 13 -inch wheels (instead of 14) or coupled braking (a technology found on Kymco Premium models).

Yamaha offers her 125cc scooters for rental

Deconstation effect. With the COVVI-19, many French people are hardly in a hurry to resume public transport. Yamaha has understood this and launches a new offer that allows you to rent your scooters and motorcycles online. You can rent an Xmax 125 scooter or an NMAX at € 49 per day, € 119 on weekends or € 269 per week. A great opportunity to discover Yamaha’s 125 scooters.

A 125cc scooter at the top of the most stolen scooters ranking

Discreet but coveted. It is a real surprise to see the Honda PCX, a rather discreet 125 scooter, appear at the top of the ranking of the most stolen scooters in France in 2019. This small urban scooter relegates the powerful and rowdy tmax in 2nd position. An unexpected spotlight which would certainly have passed Honda and the owners of the PCX … The classification was established by the Mutuelle des Motards.

�� What scooter 125 is made for you ?

Our top 10 best scooters 125cc.

Honda forza 125

From 5.299 €. Marketed since 2015, he quickly became the best -selling 125 scooter in France. The Yamaha Xmax is however a formidable competitor. But in its latest version (2018), the Honda Forza is almost flawless. A complete and versatile scooter. Learn more

Yamaha Xmax 125

From 5.299 €. This is the other reference in the 125cc scooter category. With more than 140.000 copies sold, the reliability of the Yamaha Xmax has been proven. Modern lines, high -end equipment and a resolutely sporting temperament. Learn more

Vespa GTS 125

From 5.799 €. If you are looking for a 125 scooter in a more retro style, this Vespa GTS 125 offers high -end finishes and a vintage look that hides a modern and pleasant scooter to drive. The Vespa GTS 125 is available in 2 special versions. Learn more

Honda PCX

From 3.449 €. Less rowdy than its eldest forza, but just as effective; The PCX is a popular scooter. Good performance and very reasonable petrol consumption. Perfect for the city or peri-urban trips, the Honda PCX adapts and does the job at a very attractive price. Learn more

Yamaha NMAX

From 3.699 €. Direct competitor of the PCX, the NMAX is also more discreet than its big brother the XMAX. Starting, recovery, stability, maneuverability … The NMAX is doing very well in town, its favorite playground. A scooter pleasant to drive as to watch, for a price that remains below 4.000 euros (increasingly rare). Learn more

Piaggio Liberty 125

From 2.899 €. If he has to compromise, the cheapest of scooters 125 of our selection does not ignore the pleasure. Sobre, contemporary, easy to handle, the Liberty Piaggio is a very good choice if you start to scooter. Its large wheels are a guarantee of stability. Learn more

Vespa Primavera 125

From 4.889 €. This is the other Vespa of our selection of 125cc scooters. Cheaper than Vespa GTS, this Primavera model is a 125 character scooter. A legendary neo-retro style, very correct performance and complete equipment (such as this TFT screen connected to the smartphone). A sure value. Learn more

Piaggio Medley 125 My21

From 3.699 €. 125 -wheeled 125 scooters have long been shunned in France. But with scooters as successful as this 2nd generation of Medley 125, the wind turns. A stable, toned scooter with Start and Stop function and a very large trunk (rare on a large -wheeled model). To discover. Learn more

KYMCO X-Town City

From 4.199 €. Instead of 3.799 (its real price) until October 31, 2020 to celebrate the launch of this new version of the Kymco X-Town. Notable points: an engine that has extension (maximum record speed of 125 km/h), which is very comfortable between 80 and 110 km/h, and a very comfortable flat floor for the driver. Learn more

Peugeot drive

From 4.549 €. Unmissable among 50cc scooters, Peugeot intends to come back to the front of the 125cc scooters scene with its new drive (2019). Very well equipped, with in particular a superb connected screen, the Peugeot drive is high-tech. And its very correct price for those who intend to hunt on the land of forza and xmax. Learn more

�� Frequent questions about scooters 125

Which scooter 125 is the fastest ? To our knowledge, the fastest 125cc scooter would be the KYMCO X-Town. It would be able to reach a top speed of 125 km/h (GPS counter). He would head on the post the Honda forza is his maximum speed of 124 km/h.

What scooter 125 is the cheapest ? In our top 10 of the best scooters established in July 2020, the cheapest 125cc scooter is Piaggio Liberty. Just 2.499 euros in its basic version, it costs 650 euros less than the Honda PCX, the 2nd scooter 125 the cheapest in our ranking.

What is the best -selling 125 scooter ? The Yamaha Xmax has long reigned supreme in the category of 125cc scooters. But since 2015 and the arrival of the Honda Forza, Yamaha has to face a tenacious and formidable competitor. Several times crowned best sale of 125cc scooters, the Honda Forza was still established in 2019 as the best -selling scooter in France, with 6.751 copies against 6.426 for the XMAX. The duel forza / xmax should continue in 2020.

Does the maintenance of a scooter 125 are expensive ? If you buy a new 125cc scooter, the first years you will have very little costs. Because the scooter is new and as a bonus it is under warranty for 2 years: large breakdowns will therefore pass most often under the warranty. It’s when your 125cm3 scooter will reach 25.000 or 30.000 km that some parts should start to be changed (clutch, suspensions, etc.)). Maintenance of a scooter 125 can then start to cost dearly. Remember to respect the pace of revisions provided by the manufacturer to keep a scooter in good condition and avoid large breakdowns.

Can I drive a 125 scooter with a B license (Auto) ? It is possible, provided you also have followed a 7-hour training in the practice of a motorized two-wheeler. Some drivers holding a B license may however be exempt from this training: if you have obtained the B license (with equivalence A1) before March 1, 1980; Or if you can justify having been assured at least 5 years for a scooter 125 before 2011.

Does the insurance of a scooter 125 are expensive ? The price of a scooter insurance 125 is extremely variable: count from € 250 to more than € 1000 per year. The price will depend on the scooter (its price and its power in particular), but also on the region where you live (big city, rural area), your driver profile (experienced or not), or the number of guarantees that you wish. Of course, the choice of the insurer will also play considerably in the price of your scooter insurance 125. Hence the importance of multiplying quotes and using scooter insurance comparators to save time … and money !

Which scooter 125 buy for home / work journeys ? It all depends on the nature of your journey and the distance you have to go. For essentially urban trips, favor handling scooters, easy to park and that consume little. We recommend 125 Piaggio scooters with their large wheels or small vespa, agile. If, on the other hand, you take rapid routes or national roads, bring your choice on more powerful 125 scooters and providing good protection. The Yamaha Xmax / NMAX or the Honda forza / PCX are perfect for this type of journey. The Peugeot, very well equipped, will also be able to show a comfortable scooter for intensive use.

Which 125 electric scooter to choose in 2023 ? Our favorite models

Ecological and practical, an electric scooter 125 allows you to move quickly in town. Urban mobility is at the heart of all debates and electric two-wheelers are pulling out of the game by limiting traffic jams and parking problems in addition to reducing CO2 emissions. However, all equivalent electric scooters are not equivalent. Autonomy, speeds, prices, discover which 125 electric scooter to choose at this start of the 2023 school year.

An electric two-wheeler that goes as fast as a thermal ? It exists. There are more and more models of electric scooters capable of easily reaching 100 km/h, and some even come close to 120 without any concern.

The time when the BMW C-Evolution reigned, alone, is well over: the market has spread, new entrants are essential, and the choices are more and more large. Admittedly, these versions are more expensive, but they can also last longer thanks to their largest batteries.

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What an electric scooter equivalent 125cc to buy in 2023 ? our selection

• Segway E300SE
• Niu mqi gt evo
• Silence S01
• The super soco cpx
• The BWC CE 04
• The Rider 5000

Why trust us ? On Vroom, the editorial staff of Numerama independently tested the majority of available two-wheelers, emphasizing the driver or driver experience.

You can find in detail all our scooter tests, but also bikes and electric cars. We also test a large part of the scooters on our YouTube channel.

The Segway E300SE: the new 125cc all electric reference

Segway E300SE

4,799 € on go2roues

First known for these gratus, Segway has belonged since 2015 to the Chinese brand Ninebot specializing in urban mobility and renowned for its electric scooters. Unexpected in the electric scooter sector, the brand nevertheless brings a wind of fresh air to this market which is struggling to renew itself.

The Segway E300SE has everything to please, especially its price. Marketed at € 4,800, it is positioned among the cheapest electric scooters up to 100 km/h with 80 km of autonomy. The space released by the location of the two batteries at the floor is also a strong point. Doing some shopping and crashing a second helmet for a possible passenger is quite possible with this model. Aesthetically, its long, length line and its assumed futuristic design contrast with the more classic aspect of thermal.

Autonomy, speed and price of the Niu MQI GT EVO

Autonomy, speed and price of silence S01

Autonomy, speed and price of the Super Soco CPX

Autonomy, speed and price of the BMW CE04

Autonomy, speed and price of the Rider 5000

Max speed	90 km/h
Autonomy	60 km
Full recharge	from 6 to 8 hours
Rear passenger	Yes
Price	€ 4,999

Main characteristics of silence S01

Which electric scooter to choose ?

There are several points to take into account when you buy an electric scooter: the price, the autonomy, the number and the weight of the batteries, but also the comfort of the driving.

If some French or Italian models exist, the majority of the products available in the Electric Deux-Roues ecosystem are still of Chinese origin. Whether it is famous manufacturers like Niu or Super Soco, or French importers who use similar “mussels” imported.

Beyond our tests and our guides, we recommend that you make an appointment in store in order to carry out a test on the road, in real conditions, in order to see if the product is suitable for your expectations.

What scooter power to choose ?

On the electric two-wheeler market, you will have the choice between an electric scooter equivalent 50cc or 125cc. The 125 electrics cost more, but often have better performance with speeds. The 50cc are limited to 45 km/h while the 125cc can reach 100 km/h.

The choice of the power of your electric scooter therefore depends on its use. For an exclusively urban daily use, an electric 50cc should largely be enough. As soon as your journeys exceed ten kilometers and it requires driving at a speed greater than 50 km/h, it is better to turn to a 125 equivalent. Finally, make sure the required permit before engaging in the purchase of an electric scooter.

What autonomy for an electric scooter 125 ?

In general, the autonomy of a 125cc electric scooter is a hundred kilometers. The distances traveled with a full load oscillate between 60 and 140 km.

The autonomy will depend on the size of the battery. On 125cc scooters, they are bulky and often exceed 15 kilos. To make up for this problem, some manufacturers innovate, either by installing two blocks instead of one, or by developing the concept of “Valuation-Valuation”. Huge cubes impossible to carry by hand, but easily towable with casters. A criterion that is important, especially if you live on the 6ᵉ floor without elevator.

If some are removable, others cannot be dissociated from the scooter. You must then be able to load your two-wheeler in a garage or have a ground floor taking easily accessible.

What is the speed of an electric scooter equivalent 125cc ?

On average, 125 cc equivalent scooters reach 90 km/h. The most powerful engines, like that of the BMW CE04 reaching 31 kW, can go up to 120 km/h. The more modest electrical engines on entry -level models display a maximum speed of 60 km/h.

What permit for an electric 125 scooter ?

To drive an equivalent 125cc electric scooter, you must hold the A1 license. If you have a B license for over two years, you will have to get rid of 7 hours of training specializing in a motorcycle school to obtain the A1 permit.

Please note, the power of the electric motor should not exceed 11 kW with the A1 license. To drive a two-wheeler equipped with an electric motor with power between 11kW and 35 kW, the A2 license is necessary. Beyond the 35 kW of power, you need the motorcycle license, ie the permit has.

How much is an electric scooter 125 ?

It is possible to find equivalent scooters 125 from € 3,200. Some references can cost more than € 10,000. On average, a budget of € 5,000 must be provided to afford an electric 125.

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