Post by zumaowner9 on Aug 7, 2013 13:48:47 GMT -5
First let me say "hello" to everyone. I am a brand new owner of a 2013 Yamaha Zuma. I purchased this two days ago and I am writing this for people that wondered what the new Zumas were all about. Let me also say that this is the first scooter that I have owned, so you won't get very many technical details from me. The reason I wanted a scooter is because it would be used for transportation to and from work. I work about 3.8 miles from my home and I thought it would help me save on gas. I also drive a 08 Ford Fusion which is really nice and good on gas. But no matter what, it can't out perform my zuma as far as daily commute purposes.
I'm sure if you have been interested in these, you already know the spec.s of the scooter so I won't bore you with all that. I will say that the ride is very smooth, quiet and I can keep up with traffic in the city. In my state, 30 mph is the legal limit to ride without a lisc. or insurance. My zuma wants to take me faster than that every time I ride. The ride makes me wonder if I could drive it to my hometown (some 1:15 away in a car). It has been a blast riding this little machine. I haven't had this much fun commuting to work in... ever! When I got it, it only had .5 miles on the odometer and now a whopping 23 miles lol. So as you can see I haven't even broken it in yet. I get looks everywhere because around here, you would see alot of chinesse (taotao, VIPs) scooters on the road. You also see some Kymcos as well but not the zumas. I settled on the zuma because I wanted something that wouldn't break down and would get great gas milage. I can't confirm the 132 mpg that the company boasts yet, but I will let everyone know later.
Now I know anything man-made will eventually break down so I do expect some issues at some point. I just think Yamaha makes a decent product and will last for quite some time. The only thing I plan to add is a top trunk on the back. I want something big enough to hold two helmets and a few other things. I thought I may have to leave earlier to make it to work, but really I don't. The streets I travel are 25 mph zones, so no issues so far.
In my opinion, scooters are functional and for those people who want a great gas mileage vehicle. You can't expect to out-run motorcycles or cars, but you can keep up with traffic in lower speed zones. If you are a speed racer, this probably isn't for you. Maybe a 125, 150, or 250cc would fit the bill. But that means a lisc. and insurance costs. This is for people that don't mind a bit slower ride or people in the city that need an easy commute. I do wonder if I could continue to use it in the winter. We don't get alot of snow in this area so it would just be the cold wind that would bother me. (Looking for a good way to wrap myself for that type of weather.) Maybe some of you have ideas on that.
Once again, thanks for the opportunity to spout off about the zuma and I hope everyone has great fun with their scooters!
I'm sure if you have been interested in these, you already know the spec.s of the scooter so I won't bore you with all that. I will say that the ride is very smooth, quiet and I can keep up with traffic in the city. In my state, 30 mph is the legal limit to ride without a lisc. or insurance. My zuma wants to take me faster than that every time I ride. The ride makes me wonder if I could drive it to my hometown (some 1:15 away in a car). It has been a blast riding this little machine. I haven't had this much fun commuting to work in... ever! When I got it, it only had .5 miles on the odometer and now a whopping 23 miles lol. So as you can see I haven't even broken it in yet. I get looks everywhere because around here, you would see alot of chinesse (taotao, VIPs) scooters on the road. You also see some Kymcos as well but not the zumas. I settled on the zuma because I wanted something that wouldn't break down and would get great gas milage. I can't confirm the 132 mpg that the company boasts yet, but I will let everyone know later.
Now I know anything man-made will eventually break down so I do expect some issues at some point. I just think Yamaha makes a decent product and will last for quite some time. The only thing I plan to add is a top trunk on the back. I want something big enough to hold two helmets and a few other things. I thought I may have to leave earlier to make it to work, but really I don't. The streets I travel are 25 mph zones, so no issues so far.
In my opinion, scooters are functional and for those people who want a great gas mileage vehicle. You can't expect to out-run motorcycles or cars, but you can keep up with traffic in lower speed zones. If you are a speed racer, this probably isn't for you. Maybe a 125, 150, or 250cc would fit the bill. But that means a lisc. and insurance costs. This is for people that don't mind a bit slower ride or people in the city that need an easy commute. I do wonder if I could continue to use it in the winter. We don't get alot of snow in this area so it would just be the cold wind that would bother me. (Looking for a good way to wrap myself for that type of weather.) Maybe some of you have ideas on that.
Once again, thanks for the opportunity to spout off about the zuma and I hope everyone has great fun with their scooters!
and thanks for the review! I think you made a good choice for a reliable fuel saver.
