Cheap scooter or expensive scooter? That is the question! The new Sym ADX125

Cheap scooter or expensive scooter? That is the question! The new Sym ADX125 at £3799 is it good value or should you buy something cheaper? These bikes are for sale at ‪@in2moto480‬ in Warrington, Cheshire. Big thanks to them for letting me take this out.
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[@fingerhorn4]

So many reviewers say the same thing "probably enough room to fit a helmet in there" but never demonstrate. The space for a full face helmet looks marginal on this scooter yet it is the single most important thing apart from engine, weight and ability to deliver its specs for many owners. So PLEASE, always actually try to fit a helmet under the seat. Personally it would make or break a decision to buy or not to buy!

[@GillyBikes]

Thanks for the feedback. I will add that to my reviews from now on. 👍

[@bobritter7197]

I really like this bike. Saw a vid by Ride With Alex (channel name) from 7 months ago in which he took one of these over a mountain road/track, which was pretty impressive. Worth checking out. I'd have one for daily, lovely looking little scooter. Have a great day. 👍

[@GillyBikes]

Totally agree. I was impressed. I’m still shocked that it kept increasing speed going up him with me on it 😂.

[@bobritter7197]

@@GillyBikes everyone who rides it says it feels like it has more than 12hp.

[@GillyBikes]

I would agree

[@figurehead1971]

I did sit on this bike, as a bit of a lard arse myself and average height I found it very comfortable. I did end up getting a Zontes ZT125M instead however and think besides not having stop/start it is the best value premium 125 scooter out there for £3.5K with a build quality to rival Japanese bikes.

[@Yang_Mulia]

you better get ADV 350 or SR GT 200, more reliable & more power but not overpowered for daily use, perfectly in the middle

[@GillyBikes]

I love the 300’s. To be completely honest for style and performance I would go for a Vespa 300gts. I just love those.

[@Yang_Mulia]

@@GillyBikes great choice, more than 150cc & less than 500cc, medium size scooter is perfect for daily use got a bit of punch but not clunky in city traffic like tmax

[@michaelwade1092]

@@GillyBikes SH300/SH350 is the king of scooters!

[@yassinee.3463]

​@@michaelwade1092 Yes but the design is very dull 🫤

[@michaelwade1092]

@@yassinee.3463 oh i love the look of it tbh, but obviously its a personal choice. Best wishes

[@fatange]

Easy to ride. I love a Rev and rip ❤

[@GillyBikes]

Me too. Easy riding and loads of fun zipping about.

[@lisakelly2247]

I have only just passed my cbt, my partner bought me this as I loved the colour as well as the look ha I love it, my partner loves it and he has been riding years. It is not comfy as a pillion tho haha

[@GillyBikes]

You best stick to just riding it then 😁

[@TheTryingDutchman]

I had a test drive on the Sym Adx 125 but could not get over the lack of power, i ended up with a 350cc Honda Forza. Fuel consumption is very close to a 125 but with a vario upgrade i now do 0-62 in 8.2 seconds. Top speed is not very impressive at about 100 mph but that does mean i can easily overtake when i unintentionally end up on a highway. I definitely recommend trying a 300-350cc scooter before buying a 125!! 9:57 Exactly. With a 125 you try to keep up with traffic. With a 300/350 you are ahead of traffic.

[@GillyBikes]

I 100% agree. 300’s and above are so much better. Unfortunately in the uk 125’s are as high as learners can ride after the CBT so they are restricted. They have to pass a test before they get to play on the big boys. 😎

[@TheTryingDutchman]

@@GillyBikes That makes sense than. In my country (Holland) there is only an A1 and an A2 license. Drivers under 21 are not allowed to have more than 35KW, that's all. So there is no real need for a 125cc market here, they are veeeeery rare. As for 50CC and/or max 4KW mopeds/scooters, those also require a license, with lessons, exams, the whole shabang, with a minimum age of 16.

[@GillyBikes]

@TheTryingDutchman in the uk at 16 it’s a 50cc. When you turn 17 you can have a 125.

[@pjonespresents9843]

It’s done less than 250 miles and the engine light is on ? 🤔

[@clangerbasher]

It's not an expensive scooter. Start spec'ing up an NMAX and the price climbs. Then there is the Forza and ADV. And that is without mentioning the Vepa's and the oft forgotten BMW range.

[@GillyBikes]

I know. I was comparing to other Sym 125’s. Which can be over £1000 cheaper. More basic but same power / engine.

[@clangerbasher]

@@GillyBikes Sorry. 😔

[@vladimirsagula311]

Hello , please what do you think Sym Adx is carrying capacity? Can i go me (100kg) + girlfriend (60kg) on it safely? Thank you.

[@GillyBikes]

I don’t see why not.

[@christophersherratt7299]

Or is it the old bill pope's

[@1zanglang]

You're not so smart, aren't you...

[@GillyBikes]

You’re not so nice, aren’t you…

[@1zanglang]

@@GillyBikes No, I am not. Especially with people who like to play clowns...

[@GillyBikes]

😂😂😂 no idea what your problem is so I will just say 👍

[@johna6968]

The Taiwanese quality will explain a lot with Sym branded items.

[@GillyBikes]

I think Sym scooters are right up there. Great value / performance with everyone I’ve tried.

[@bigmikeshooter]

Very interesting review. In Greece SYM is in first place of sales at the scooter segment. Greetings.

[@GillyBikes]

We have such bad weather in the uk they are not as popular over here. Sym scooters seem to have the best 125cc engines. I can see why they are number 1 over there. And yes I’m very jealous of your weather 😎

[@bigmikeshooter]

@@GillyBikes you are welcome,we love UK. And yes I'm jealous about your state organization.

[@MujoNovak]

SYM... 13 inch wheels... yep, its expensive!

[@lukaszperun]

Mono shock rear suspension does the trick. Good scooter.

[@bally632]

I think there a great looking little scooter. The good points are the monoshock suspension, instead of the usual rubbish 2 spring shock set up's. And the fact I don't think you mentioned is the 15litre tank offering over 300 miles which would be brilliant if you were on a long 125 adventure 🙂. I do think there a bit expensive,and am sure they would sell alot more at £2995! Ps like your comment at 12.44 when you said they are very symilar!!!😅😅

[@GillyBikes]

Thanks for noticing 😂. They have so much kit on them compared to the basic ones I don’t think they could make them cheaper. But to be honest I like the cheaper ones as well. I can live without a tft screen.

[@MujoNovak]

8:51 why console moves when pressing start...? Broken?

[@GillyBikes]

No I don’t think so. Might just be my shoddy camera work.

[@MujoNovak]

@@GillyBikes Nope. I watch multiple times. Watch the yellov knob and front brake lever when you press start. Also you can see cables moves under handlebar.

[@GillyBikes]

I never noticed when filming. I will watch it back and see what you mean.

[@GillyBikes]

Ive watched it again and still can’t see what you’re seeing. Either way there wasn’t anything wrong with the bike. It worked fine during the ride. I really didn’t notice any issues.

[@clangerbasher]

What we Brits have to remember is that a lot of the world, even in the develop parts, has gravel roads.

[@GillyBikes]

We just have lots of pothole’s 😂.

[@clangerbasher]

@@GillyBikes That's a point. Unmaintained metal roads vs maintained (graded) gravel roads. Sh*t isn't it?

[@GillyBikes]

Yes. Thats why I love my Voge rally. It can deal with all of them.

[@BoothferryLegend35]

I'm hopefully collecting mine this Saturday and I am even more happy about the ADX having seen your test ride, did you know you can even change the colour and style of the display in front of you 😊

[@GillyBikes]

Congrats on the new bike. I only had a quick play with the screen. Thats a nice touch though being able to change the display.

[@RippersMTS]

good review, I have an adx and I've already done 3000km with it and spent 6 tanks of gas. The best sym I've had to date. The only drawback is that the suitcase doesn't fit a full-face helmet, I have an AGV K1 and an Icon Airflite and the luggage doesn't close, if it's an open helmet it fits without a problem. 

[@GillyBikes]

That’s a shame about the storage. They are great bikes to ride full of tech. If I had one I would probably go for the smaller helmet so I could store it.

[@christophersherratt7299]

Where in Warrington is that shop is it on Manchester Road near the cemetery??

[@GillyBikes]

No. It’s pretty much in the centre. It’s on fennel street right near to the roundabout.

[@cry-me-a-river5693]

Have you tried a Honda forza from 2015+ and if so, what would you think in comparison (not including price)

[@GillyBikes]

The Forza is a great bike to be fair. Similar performance to this one from what I remember

[@stevenspx6226]

Impressive if has similar performance to the forza love the tft screen

[@zt1307]

Czy system Start-Stop można wyłączyć, dazaktywowac ?

[@TheTryingDutchman]

It can be programmed 'off' in the ecu. (Due to emission values i'm not sure if it is legal)

[@maskedavenger2578]

Sym used to build Hondas under licence so they should be reliable . That scooter is not a serious off roader ,it’s more of a styling exercise , to cash in on the ADV fad . I can’t see the point in stop start especially ,on a low capacity scooter ,where fuel usage is negligible anyway, plus it’s just more to potentially cause extra wear & issues . Scooters have their place ,for commuting , I bought a Malaguti 125 twist & go Maxi styled scooter ,which used a version of the Yamaha Majesty 125 engine ,liquid cooled 12 • 2 hp in 2000. The thing handled like a Ducati sports ,& It would show 75 mph on clock on a good day ( genuine 70 mph ) . I could get a XL full face helmet & a Jet open face under the seat . It was a good commuter & beer truck , & so comfortable it could be ridden for miles ,even two up . The only problem is removing all the plastic ,to get at anything , & the small wheels can disappear down potholes & almost rip the Engine come swing arm arrangement out the frame . I still prefer proper motorcycles with manual gears & their larger wheels given the choice . 👍

[@GillyBikes]

I’m the same. I prefer the big geared bikes but for city and town riding these scoots are just brilliant. Ideal for a second bike.

[@maskedavenger2578]

@@GillyBikes I still have the 125 Malaguti Maddison maxi styled scoot , which is now an ongoing refurb project . I also have a 20O4 Honda Innova 125 carburettor step thru auto clutch 4 speed manual cub type scooter ,in great nick , as a smaller day to day runabout come bimble machine , My only larger bike at present ,is a Suzuki 250 DE parallel twin V. strom ADV style motorcycle ,which I down sized to ,& suits my needs these days . I almost bought a mint used Vespa GT 300 instead , but the manual geared larger wheeled Suzuki motorcycle won my decision . 👍

[@GillyBikes]

I’m a fan of the Vstrom myself. I had a 1050 and toured all over Europe on it. Great bike. What’s the 250 like? Any good off road or is it just for the road?

[@maskedavenger2578]

@@GillyBikes The 250 V strom De version is mainly a road bike , but will do some light off road tracks . The 17 inch wheels have road tyres , & give it surprisingly nimble handling . It’s geared on the low side ,so although the engine is very smooth ,it revs quite high at motorway speeds . It’s more for A & B roads with the odd section of motorway , a ideal utility runaround with plenty of places to attach luggage . In places like Colombia & Latin America ,they ride them for miles ,on all kinds of dodgy road surfaces , & even at high altitude , so they can’t be bad . The reason they didn’t sell in big numbers in the U.K. ,was probably the fixation for high speed & horsepower . On normal roads I find myself doing the same kind of speeds ,as I did on much larger bikes ,& haven’t missed the larger bikes . 👍

[@GillyBikes]

@maskedavenger2578 the 250’s in the uk are always a hard sell. No matter how good they are. I’ve seen so many great 250’s stay in dealerships for months and months. Not big enough for the big bike test. To big for a learner. Such a shame. Stupid rules in the uk.

[@timmorris9208]

Check engine light is on?

[@GillyBikes]

Not once the engine starts.

[@timmorris9208]

All the time!! Check at about 10:40!

[@GillyBikes]

@timmorris9208 omg your right. I completely forgot about that.