8yr Old (2013) ex-Rental Still Going Strong – I want a bike with bigger motor (for freeways) and wheels (for potholes) but wanted something to get me about during COVID, so I hired this from Scooter Rentals for a week and was impressed. The next time I needed a ride I offered to buy the same scooter. I imagine it’s had a thrashing but it felt and sounded good, and was a bargain for $1100. … Read more
It’s great for city riding which is what I bought it for (commuting, socials and (with the addition of a 45l topbox) for shopping). It’s comfy with plenty of leg room (I’m 183cm) and though I’m fairly heavy at 94kg it still goes from 0-60 faster than a car, so I generally get where I need to fast. It needs full throttle to hit 80km/hr heading up to Military Rd from the Sydney Harbour Bridge, so I wouldn’t really want to take it on a freeway (or for a long hard ride) but that’s ok, and no surprise. It does handle pretty well, cornering, straights, dry or wet though those little scooter wheels feel the bumps don’t they, and I wouldn’t want to be in a hurry with a pillion on the back.
The electric starter is good and easy. Mechanically it’s all good so far. I usually service and repair bikes & cars myself and I’d like to source a manual, so if you can tell me where to find a VS150 manual, I’d appreciate it. Meanwhile, everything looks pretty easily accessible.
I was offered a Piaggio for $700 more, and might take it fir a test ride to see how it compares but frankly, this little SYM is growing in me.
Carnt live without a scoot – Led lights on there way out if flickering no big deal u still got headlights . Mower repair guys usual good and cheap for work on scooters dealers are a rip off all parts are dirt cheap online from taiwan keys also. Show details
Little beauty – I bought this 2011 scooter in 2013. It has been excellent. Apart from a couple of battery replacements this scooter has had no problem whatsoever. The storage is great, light weight to push around and yet comfortable for two people. Perfect for shopping and going to cafes and occasional cruising. Yesterday I did 400 km from Canberra to Sydney… Read more
via the coast and it went almost as good as the cruiser bike I used to own. I agree with some owners that the fuel tank could be a bit bigger but scooters are meant to be robust, simple and easy to use and it ticks all the boxes. I noticed that on highway if you push it towards 100 km per hour fuel consumption will drop the range to around 120 km, otherwise I should get about 150 km. At least it has a fuel gauge unlike some motorcycles.
Can struggle uphill, especially with pillion. However, being a 150 cc scooter this is expected.
Would recommend this to anyone. I have no plan to sell mine for a long time as the holding cost is so low.
Great – Great scooter. Comfortable up to 90-100km. Enough power to get away at the lights. Good underseat storage - does not hold XL helmet, so use a top box. Holds ~5L fuel for about 120km. Had for 3 years, 10,000km so far. Changed battery after 3 years as was not holding charge. Front tyre lasted about 9,000km. Need to charge battery if not using for… Read more
more than 4-5 weeks. Kickstarter sometimes does not work if left for longer, or needs several attempts. Serviced according to book (1k, 3k, 6k) for warranty purposes. Changed belt and rollers as recommended at 10k.
great bike – I love my vs 150, i hooked up some cables to the battery and ran them under the seat and can charge it with ease. Is this true that the vs 150 is discontinued? If so what is it going to be replaced by? I think they are only five years old.
Awesome motorbike – I bought a 2010 SYM VS 150 scooter after getting my Ls. Got it for $1700 with a top box. I was a bit stressed but it was a complete breeze to get comfortable on riding. I just did the servicing on it myself for $30 dollars using the owner manual and youtube. Overall, it has been a perfect scoot and I have put 1500 km on it since. Petrol cost is… Read more
$7 premium petrol weekly. Cheap, good looking, reliable Petrol tank is too small, 12 inch tyre is a bit on the shaky side,
Excellent – It's a good all round scoot. Sure some have water cooling, efi & dual discs but they are in a different price range. For the price its almost impossible to go past. I have hard wired a trickle charger with a water proof connector that is tucked up just near the battery box. So if im not riding the scoot for a few weeks i just plug it in and… Read more
it keeps the battery 100%.
Highly recommended for all scooter and bike owners! Cheap to buy, cheap to run. Is one of the best looking scoots in Australia.Very well built. Starts first time every time.HEAPS of storage...HEAPS!Good brakes.Has a kick start if your battery is flat.Headlight is great, i ride at night with a tinted visor and can still see! Battery does loose charge fast (3-4 weeks max w/out starting it)Generator on scooter is not big enough to recharge the battery from flat, even after 30+ min ride. ------------ FOR THE PEOPLE BELOW ------------You don't have to access the battery to charge/jump start it. Lift up the seat, remove the @ 6 10mm bolts and lift out the seat & under seat compartment. You will see the REMOTE Negative and Positive terminals. Impossible to miss!There is a lack of aftermarket performance parts.Access to a variator/exhaust/carb/150cc big bore kit would be good.
Excellent – Tested a few but bought the SYM Vs 150 and pleased with all round performance. The ones that didn't make it?. 1. Vespa 125 - Ride to pitchy, expensive. 2. Aprillia sportcity 125 - too small, expensive 3. CF-Moto 150GTi - just a bit rough and didn't feel solid. 4. TGB 101 - Too small. The above is my opinion only, I am a tall 6'4" person and… Read more
the other rider, my wife 5'9". Also reviewed the top 10 mid range scooters which was a great help. Have had bikes all my life and a holiday in Europe pointed to the scooter life and yes I still have my Honda CBR1100XX but for around town scooters rule. The VS 150 was my pick as it excelled as follows:-1. largest storage space2. Great lighting all round.3. well thought out suspension, effortless riding.4. Suits tall riders.5. Can you beat the 4 year warranty?.6. Attractive pricing.7. Overnight email response from Australian importer. 8. Light centre stand operation. 1. Colour choice too hard, red or pearl white, ending up with the red one.2. Getting from my wife!.
SYM VS 150 - Perfect for around town and short trips – Bought a VS150 years ago. Absolutely loved riding it. Rode everyday to work (10km) and Sydney to Newcastle a lot on weekends. One day I had an accident and wrote it off. This gave me the perfect excuse to look for a different scooter. After much research and test rides I bought another SYM VS150. Perfect Storage Space. With top box fitted I leave… Read more · 3
this thing parked with 2 helmets, 2 pairs of gloves, sunglasses, flouro vest, chamois, water and riding jacket. It goes fast enough. Rides to Newcastle have me travelling at 90-100 most of the way. Around town the acceleration is great, I smile to myself when the car in the next lane is busting a gut trying to keep up from the lights. Fuel economy is good. Narrow scooter good for traffic elimination. I am tall 6'3' and I am comfortable on it. No clock (needed for School zones etc.). Bigger tank would be nice 5.5litres a bit small. No wind protection can get tiring on longer rides.
Very echonomical – Bought Vs150 in Jan 2012 now (28/06/12) its 3000 km. Doing good. But didnt use for 7 days continuously. battery dead. Under warranty replaced battery. But service cost expensive. Can any body tell me what frequency have to service this. thanks. Storage wise lots. colour excellent. seating aswell. 100 km speed no worries. acceptable mileage/lit. Royal look Petrol tank too small. @least 10lit. Hve to fill weekly or twice sometime
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