At a low $3299, and with petrol prices sucking wallets dry, Yamaha’s new XC125 Vino scooter will be sure to find a lot of friends.
That price, in case you’re unaware, is a full $1200 less than when the Vino was released in 2006. Equipped with alloy three-spoke wheels and highlighted with chromed retro-look accents including speedo, headlight cowl, mirrors and handlebar, the Vino 125 is improving with age.
A fuss-free 125cc 4-stroke engine, full automatic transmission, electric start, front disc brake, easy-riding suspension and ample storage space, ensure that there is a lot to like in the Vino for city commuters and life-style buyers.
Sure, the Italian name is a bit of a stretch – Yamaha describes the Vino 125 as “just like a seductive and appealing Sauvignon Blanc” – but the renaissance in scooters, and quadrupling sales in the past two years, has more than a bit to do with fun, flair, and Mediterranean style.
(Of course, when I was a wee sprog, “vino” meant “cheap plonk” – usually by the flagon – but things have changed somewhat.)
At $3299 (inc. GST) RRP, it will pay for itself in no time. Then there’s the fun factor… all bonus, no down-side.
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I love scooters, but I do not love the idiots I always see riding them in nothing more than a helmet and their daily clothes. How can anyone think it’s okay to ride between 60-80kmh in nothing but a suit?
It needs to be a bloody law that motorcyclists - and scooters ARE motorcycles - should have to wear leathers or other appropriate riding protection.
far out im sick of people sayin scooters are cool… there for girls mates!!!!
I dunno mate, they’re a pretty convenient and compact way to get around if you live in the inner suburbs and don’t have much need to travel too far. A good alternative if you don’t like cramming yourself into Melbourne’s sardine-tin public transport system.
Fantastic ! rode one of these babies in Port Douglas for four hours cost to top it up $3.00…. Im all for them but on Melbourne roads not so sure…
A guy here reckons that the Vino 125 is quicker than a WRX off the lights …. any thoughts , thnaks