Had my SYM 125 ADX for.6 weeks now and love it. One thing I will add, is when off road or on tracks - there is not one single rattle. Every panel has been fixed perfectly. SYM done their homework very well with this one. Now just waiting for a decent rack to become available for the rear box!
@@karlfonner7589 not yet. The only problems I’ve had have been punctured tyres and that’s not the fault of the manufacturer. It’s currently at 20400 miles as well and still going strong.
Hi, thanks very much for doing this review. I am collecting my ADX 125 next week. There are hundreds of reviews around Europe but your review was amazing, exactly what I was looking for and you confirmed that I made the right decision. Thanks again Gerardo Sanchez
Thanks for the review. ADV styling makes scooters cool to a much wider group of riders. Honda ADV scooters will have to lift their game especially with the screen on the Sym. I don't recall you giving us the ground clearance, but looks like it might scrape on kerbs. Some hand guards would add more ADV credibility (and weather protection) to a scooter that's already good looking. Paint finish is great.
Mark, I always find your reviews informative and regardless whether a motorcycle or scooter there is no bias good solid information, I’m looking at this scooter as my first trial on two wheels, I realise it’s only a 125 but do you think it be used as a tourer,
What a good-looking scooter compromised slightly by 13'' wheels [14'' would be better] and limited underseat storage, although, as you say, a small top box could be fitted. Great TFT, handlebars and non-adjustable screen. I particularly like the emergency key with the keyless system and the rear shock. First-class review. NJ
Hi Tom ....never too old lol unless you've got a bad back ....I'm 53 and still ride my zx12r with no problem...but my heart is with naked bikes these days like my KTM 790 Cheers mark
Great review, Mark. I enjoy proper informative reviews regarding 125s, especially the scooters. I do run a 125cc scooter alongside my main motorcycles as they are so handy for the commute or just doing the shopping. On a different note that looks like an RE "One Ride" cap you're wearing at the beginning of the video. Any plans to ride the Lexmoto ADV scooters ?
@markpulling12 Lexmoto are listing a 125cc and a 300cc ADV scooter on their website. From the photos it looks like the SYM is better built but the Lexmoto is about £1000 cheaper.
Hi Chris I didn't mention it as I had no idea ! 😆 Lol I get my Info from the Moto GB website and didn't see any mention of TC on there but thanks for pointing that out Best regards mark
@@chrislawton5486 hi Chris keyless can sometimes give problems....it's the luck of the draw but mainly caused by low battery voltage....I really like the 310m ...but think I'd go for a good used Forza 350 Cheers mark
Hi Mark, I do like the option of the key with the ADX.. If the Zontes had this I would have bought it.. Im seriously looking at buying one of these little SYMs.. Chris
I was watching one of your older videos when you was saying about the speed at 100km with the set up on that bike it wouldn't of been poerted and change rollers and exhaust for a sport one if you don't want to port it is should do 144km and it makes a big difference you don't need to push it every time but nice to have it
G'day Mark, great reviews again, have been away on a 10day ride with mates, 6000km travel on my Royal Enfield 650 and it didn't miss a beat, nearly had my head taken off by an eagle 🦅, they feed on dead Kangaroos by the side of the road and don't see motorbikes coming until the last minute, it's claws hit the top of the helmet, no damage done to either, cheers mate have a couple of your to catch up with, Neil 🤠.
Very nice review. I do deliveries, originally on a vespa with 11 inch wheels. I switched to an SH125i for the 16 inch wheels. About the same price as the bike in this review. I did 35,000 miles on the vespa and thus far 45,000 miles on the SH and can tell you what you already know, 16 inch wheels are much better on pot holes. Plus I have a flat floor, very useful for deliveries. Don't think you have ever reviewed the SH125i.
Hi mark please help im stuk need a new bike promptly are the syms any good or the zontes my pcx as died just need a work horse and the odd day out great review by the way
Hi the sym scooters have been around for many years and are proven reliable...the jet 14/X are good ...the zontes are excellent but more expensive... probably go for a sym as a good work horse Best wishes mark
Thanks mark I'm looking at the adx as work is on marsh land lovely pot hols and when it rains the puddles take ages to go 😅 so cheers mark and ride safe 🛵
I love this, reminds me of a transformer 😅 in a good way, great colour, scooters really have come on. Great cheap transport 🎉🎉 great review as always Mark 👋
@@markpulling12thanks for the reply, I thought as much, I did check out in a showroom the ADX the other day and now have my sights set on the ZT125-M/D.
Those engines are very similar as Honda's had. SYM use to build Honda scootters and mopeds. I had Sym Bonus 110cc and it was almost full replica of Wave. My PCX 150 (2019) never consumed more than 2l/100km. And most of the time I drove with my wife and son. Now Xmax 300 (2023) consumes about 2,8L/100km. And I am alone over 15kg more than you, so that Sym is not low consumption for 125cc. Keyless start is must to have novadays. And it never have failed for me. Just battery need to changed ones a year. Thank you, very good reviews. (From Thailand)
Oddly in my last comment I was gonna get the Honda cb500f, but due to circumstances I'm now the proud owner of a Honda forza 350 and I love it. Scooters are the way forward....ok I'd of preferred a NC750 DCT, but budget and all that lol. Nice review as always Mark, thanks for sharing and see you on your next adventure/review 👍🤘🤙
@@volt8684 I'm considering an NC750. Why did you hate it. I ride scooters for work and think scooters are ok. But not having a real gear box, I miss that for fun riding.
Hi it's about 90% as good as the Yamaha and honda in terms of build quality and reliability but it's cheaper Try and test ride then all and that will help with your decision Good luck and best wishes mark
These scooters just get better, in my day all you had was a Honda Melody or Yamaha Jog. Mind the scramblers, DT50 and KMX125 were the Kings back then. Mmmmm that 2 stroke goodness. Great stuff, cheers Mark 👍❤
you see you thikinkig just about your self wit LED headlight . they not good at all because oposit direction driver are blind . So the headlight should be regulated by regulators . Its ok to use on working or field site but not on road .
The keyring retainer on your keyfob is broken, lol. That's on a brand new bike too, what a crappy design by SYM, I don't understand why they haven't changed it yet... Had to design and 3D print an enclosure for my JetX 125's fob since it keeps falling off its keychain. There are some third party off-the-shelf enclosures available from Indonesia and Malaysia where the Jet X 150 (aka GPX Drone) is widespread, but with shipping and customs it is way too expensive. Those are also made of metal and they connect the two clamshell halves with hex head screws, so removing the key will be a long, fiddly process involving a specific hex key.
Had my SYM 125 ADX for.6 weeks now and love it. One thing I will add, is when off road or on tracks - there is not one single rattle. Every panel has been fixed perfectly. SYM done their homework very well with this one. Now just waiting for a decent rack to become available for the rear box!
There's a reason why so many delivery riders use machines like these. Reliable, stupidly frugal, and oh so easy to just 'hop on and off'....
I ride a 2018 Honda PCX 125 and it's bullet proof. Put 21000 miles on it in less than 4 years. Been on many long trips and it never lets me down.
@@jamesjennings-yd2bc have you had any problems with the belt?
@@karlfonner7589 not yet. The only problems I’ve had have been punctured tyres and that’s not the fault of the manufacturer. It’s currently at 20400 miles as well and still going strong.
Hi, thanks very much for doing this review. I am collecting my ADX 125 next week. There are hundreds of reviews around Europe but your review was amazing, exactly what I was looking for and you confirmed that I made the right decision. Thanks again Gerardo Sanchez
Many thanks Gerardo hope you enjoy your new sym ...best wishes mark
Styling is like the Honda Adv scoot.. great review Mark 😊Pete
Thanks for the review. ADV styling makes scooters cool to a much wider group of riders. Honda ADV scooters will have to lift their game especially with the screen on the Sym. I don't recall you giving us the ground clearance, but looks like it might scrape on kerbs. Some hand guards would add more ADV credibility (and weather protection) to a scooter that's already good looking. Paint finish is great.
Hi mark,great review as always👍,which did you prefer this or the jet x?
Hi the sym adx just wins for me ...it's more capable all round with a nicer riding position
Cheers mark
Great review !! Thanks
Hi a question if you can make a comment about what is the height and where is the air intake of the scooter ?thanks!
Mark, I always find your reviews informative and regardless whether a motorcycle or scooter there is no bias good solid information, I’m looking at this scooter as my first trial on two wheels, I realise it’s only a 125 but do you think it be used as a tourer,
Hi Gary yes you could do light touring on this ....I'd happily do 150 miles a day on it cheers mark
those fork gaiters are a bit all over the place, but apart from that, it's a fantastic looking 125
What a good-looking scooter compromised slightly by 13'' wheels [14'' would be better] and limited underseat storage, although, as you say, a small top box could be fitted. Great TFT, handlebars and non-adjustable screen. I particularly like the emergency key with the keyless system and the rear shock.
First-class review. NJ
Hi nik many thanks as always...yes very impressed with this... rides very well cheers mark
Thanks for another great review Mark.
From one Avid sports bike rider to another, what age would seem appropriate to ride a sports bike?
Hi Tom ....never too old lol unless you've got a bad back ....I'm 53 and still ride my zx12r with no problem...but my heart is with naked bikes these days like my KTM 790
Cheers mark
Great review mark as always nice looking adv.
Many thanks 👍
Excellent review Mark thank you. Any idea if it’ll be coming to the states? By the way, did you say 70 miles an hour or 70 km/h?
Hi Karl it seems only a few sym scooters are imported in the USA ...the website isn't showing the adx ...sorry can't be more help
Cheers mark
@@markpulling12 thanks again
Great review, Mark. I enjoy proper informative reviews regarding 125s, especially the scooters. I do run a 125cc scooter alongside my main motorcycles as they are so handy for the commute or just doing the shopping. On a different note that looks like an RE "One Ride" cap you're wearing at the beginning of the video. Any plans to ride the Lexmoto ADV scooters ?
Hi I've messaged lexmoto a few times ...but I'll contact Southampton motorcycles for a go on their adv scooters cheers mark
@markpulling12 Lexmoto are listing a 125cc and a 300cc ADV scooter on their website. From the photos it looks like the SYM is better built but the Lexmoto is about £1000 cheaper.
@@AliasMrHackenbacker haha I've just looked at those as well...I'll keep them in mind the 125 looks great value Cheers mark
Hi Mark thanks for a great review as always, do you think the ADX would be suitable for a pillion ?
Hi yes I took a passenger briefly and they said it was quite comfortable
Cheers mark
How would this sym compare to the aprilia sr gt 125?
Nice video i am hoping you both of the forthcoming triumph 400s for review
Hi thanks ...yes will definitely be reviewing the new triumph 400s
Cheers mark
Sym ADX 125 scooter lovely bike great review mark fantastic 👍
Hi Mark... Great review.! I didnt hear you mention the traction control or did I miss it?
Hi Chris I didn't mention it as I had no idea ! 😆 Lol
I get my Info from the Moto GB website and didn't see any mention of TC on there but thanks for pointing that out
Best regards mark
Hi Mark, I was recently interested in buying a used Zonest 310, the keyless ignition put me off.. what do you reckon?
Kind regards
Chris
@@chrislawton5486 hi Chris keyless can sometimes give problems....it's the luck of the draw but mainly caused by low battery voltage....I really like the 310m ...but think I'd go for a good used Forza 350
Cheers mark
Hi Mark, I do like the option of the key with the ADX.. If the Zontes had this I would have bought it.. Im seriously looking at buying one of these little SYMs..
Chris
I was watching one of your older videos when you was saying about the speed at 100km with the set up on that bike it wouldn't of been poerted and change rollers and exhaust for a sport one if you don't want to port it is should do 144km and it makes a big difference you don't need to push it every time but nice to have it
G'day Mark, great reviews again, have been away on a 10day ride with mates, 6000km travel on my Royal Enfield 650 and it didn't miss a beat, nearly had my head taken off by an eagle 🦅, they feed on dead Kangaroos by the side of the road and don't see motorbikes coming until the last minute, it's claws hit the top of the helmet, no damage done to either, cheers mate have a couple of your to catch up with, Neil 🤠.
Hi Neil many thanks...your trip sounds exciting 😀...glad the Enfield went well cheers mark
I'm waiting for the video when Mark says I'm 80 kilos lol. Love your reviews .👍
Many thanks Ken my pleasure 😀
Czy skok tylnego zawieszenia tylko 43mm jest ok jak na skuter w teren ???
Another good review Mark.. Like to see a comparison between this and the Lexmoto adv 125 😊
Yes I've just been looking at the lexmoto 125 ...a grand cheaper ..I'll see if I can get hold of one
Cheers mark
Very nice review. I do deliveries, originally on a vespa with 11 inch wheels. I switched to an SH125i for the 16 inch wheels. About the same price as the bike in this review.
I did 35,000 miles on the vespa and thus far 45,000 miles on the SH and can tell you what you already know, 16 inch wheels are much better on pot holes.
Plus I have a flat floor, very useful for deliveries.
Don't think you have ever reviewed the SH125i.
As it looks like the "adv" suspension compensates forthe small weels when it comes to potholes at least. Not talking from experience..
Those brake fluid reservoirs look gigantic no? Looks good 125cc commuter though and monoshock should be on all scooters.
Hi mark please help im stuk need a new bike promptly are the syms any good or the zontes my pcx as died just need a work horse and the odd day out great review by the way
Hi the sym scooters have been around for many years and are proven reliable...the jet 14/X are good ...the zontes are excellent but more expensive... probably go for a sym as a good work horse
Best wishes mark
Thanks mark I'm looking at the adx as work is on marsh land lovely pot hols and when it rains the puddles take ages to go 😅 so cheers mark and ride safe 🛵
@@williamyates5410 ok William yes great choice for your area then cheers mark
always nice to see a scooter
I love this, reminds me of a transformer 😅 in a good way, great colour, scooters really have come on. Great cheap transport 🎉🎉 great review as always Mark 👋
Thanks Martine yes definitely a transformer !!!
This scooter rides really well it's great 👍 x
Great review, what are your views on this compared to the Zontes ZT-125M ?
Hi the sym is very good but I found the zontes to be a step up in build quality and performance
Best wishes mark
@@markpulling12thanks for the reply, I thought as much, I did check out in a showroom the ADX the other day and now have my sights set on the ZT125-M/D.
This is the 125 adventure scooter I thought Honda would make. But they didn't, and Sym did. So I'm probably going to buy this one next year.
Looks remarkably similar to the Honda ADV. Very nice. Good review!
Many thanks...yes I was very impressed how this rode ... comfortable and great suspension
Cheers mark
Interesting to note that the dashboard display's rev counter on that relatively cheap scooter is clearer to read than the Street Triple 765 RS's!
Haha yes it's a really good TFT on this !! Those rev counters on the 765 aren't all that !!
Cheers mark
Hi Mark. So, I now own, in the USA, 2024 Honda ADV 160. Have you done a review on this?
Hi no we only have the adv 350 here in the UK ...strange isn't it how different countries have different bikes and markets
Best wishes mark
How can I buy one
Those engines are very similar as Honda's had. SYM use to build Honda scootters and mopeds. I had Sym Bonus 110cc and it was almost full replica of Wave.
My PCX 150 (2019) never consumed more than 2l/100km. And most of the time I drove with my wife and son.
Now Xmax 300 (2023) consumes about 2,8L/100km.
And I am alone over 15kg more than you, so that Sym is not low consumption for 125cc.
Keyless start is must to have novadays. And it never have failed for me. Just battery need to changed ones a year.
Thank you, very good reviews.
(From Thailand)
Many thanks and greetings to Thailand:)
Solid toh sağlam ❤🎉
Hello Mark, please what do you think Sym Adx is carrying capacity? Can i go me (100kg) + girlfriend (65kg) on trip it safely? Thank you.
Hi yes that's well within it's capability....I regularly go 2 up on my honda 125 scooter
Best wishes
I am torn between this or the Jet X
Oddly in my last comment I was gonna get the Honda cb500f, but due to circumstances I'm now the proud owner of a Honda forza 350 and I love it. Scooters are the way forward....ok I'd of preferred a NC750 DCT, but budget and all that lol.
Nice review as always Mark, thanks for sharing and see you on your next adventure/review 👍🤘🤙
Hi rich ...well the Forza 350 is one of the best
Cheers mark
Owned at nc750dct sold after a 2 months. Hated it . Those scooters are fab
@@volt8684 wow! why? I've never had one, but I do like them. Though my forza is good for now 🤙
@@volt8684 I'm considering an NC750. Why did you hate it.
I ride scooters for work and think scooters are ok. But not having a real gear box, I miss that for fun riding.
Are sym scooters reliable and if i was to buy one what are parts like to come by
Hi yes they have a good reputation and reliable...they have been around for many years
Best wishes mark
Do you think this adx 125 will come to Philippines?
Hi yes I'm sure it will:)
Best wishes mark
Is it ok for TALL driver ? 190 cm
Yes definitely it has lots of leg room
Cheers mark
Is it better than Honda PCX 125 and Yamaha NMAX 125 cc scooter?
So confused what should i get ?
Hi it's about 90% as good as the Yamaha and honda in terms of build quality and reliability but it's cheaper
Try and test ride then all and that will help with your decision
Good luck and best wishes mark
@@markpulling12 Lovely Thanks 🙏🏻
These scooters just get better, in my day all you had was a Honda Melody or Yamaha Jog. Mind the scramblers, DT50 and KMX125 were the Kings back then. Mmmmm that 2 stroke goodness. Great stuff, cheers Mark 👍❤
Thanks Andy ...yes I remember the ts50 dt50 rd50 ...kmx etc all too well
Great days 👍 cheers mark
What no Vespa ?
Is it good for vacation like 2000km?
Yes no problem ....just take it steady say 200/250 km a day
Best wishes mark
@@markpulling12 thanks!
With all those features and high build quality it seems good value for money.
Yes I think it's great vfm ...and it rides really well cheers mark
Top speed? GPS/tacho
65 mph flat out
I follow a Romanian scooter channel and the chap took one a little further off the road climbing sandy grassy hillocks with ease.
Do you by chance know the name of the channel? Please share
@@karlfonner7589 Ride with Alex
@@karlfonner7589 He's talking about "ride with Alex" channel. If you search sym adx 125, he'll come out at the top.
Ride with Alex... I watch him too
@@dad6307 I like his scooter reviews. Though more reviews I watch the more I dither.
Would you say it's better then the forza125?
Hi William no the Forza 125 is the best 125 cc scooter on the market imo
Cheers mark
How fast is the 125cc forza
@@E_ScooterReview about 75 mph true gps speed because it has the full power 14.5 hp engine vs 12 hp for the sym
Best wishes mark
@@E_ScooterReview Some say 70/72 Mph on gps....78 on the dashboard
you see you thikinkig just about your self wit LED headlight . they not good at all because oposit direction driver are blind . So the headlight should be regulated by regulators . Its ok to use on working or field site but not on road .
The keyring retainer on your keyfob is broken, lol. That's on a brand new bike too, what a crappy design by SYM, I don't understand why they haven't changed it yet... Had to design and 3D print an enclosure for my JetX 125's fob since it keeps falling off its keychain. There are some third party off-the-shelf enclosures available from Indonesia and Malaysia where the Jet X 150 (aka GPX Drone) is widespread, but with shipping and customs it is way too expensive. Those are also made of metal and they connect the two clamshell halves with hex head screws, so removing the key will be a long, fiddly process involving a specific hex key.
Is sym a trustworthy company?
Oh yes very much so ....they have been around for many years and make very good scooters
Best wishes mark
It's good for short people like most 125cc scooters 😂🎉
In my opinion, the price of £3,799 for a 125cc scooter may be a bit high.
Small wheels and off road dont go together because the wheels drop in the holes.
Yes ....just light gravel tracks only
Best wishes mark
Far 2 dear for a 125 I think
Can you do the lexmoto xdv 125?
I'll ask around tomorrow
Cheers mark
Would you choose over Sym Jet X 125?
Hi yes I would get the adx ....as it's better for all road surfaces
Best wishes mark