2016 YAMAHA Zuma 50F / Zuma 50FX Review
Design - although everything under the hood, as it is, is the same, Zuma 50F and 50FX gives the differences between them with just two distinct resonance of a couple. Zuma 50F obtained from the off-road appearance dual headlights and rear armrests luggage rack. Sporty 50FX has a single headlight and handrails SAN rack.
There is a tunnel through a step deck, inside the tank, which helps to lower the center of gravity center of gravity, but also denied you, "cargo deck" between your feet of storage. If this is a problem, you can read carefully and accessories catalog either 6.6 gallons or 11.4 gallons in size to join the top shell.
There are small bits, such as your phone or wallet fold front pockets and a front hook gives you a place to hang a shopping bag or purse, which offset the loss of the cargo deck. Underseat storage provides you with 5.2 gallons of storage space - enough room for a full-face helmet.
Chassis - When Yamaha started right, but not the use of the metal plate body panels and pinch the seam rigid unibody assembly suitable subframe. This means that to the buyer that the body panels may not be replaced by a large cutting, welding and painting jobs, so little accident will not break the bank, and put you upside down investments. Gravity plant layout frame and fuel tank and center for easy installation and removal of concerns about heart - all important aspects of scootering crowd.
Another point in favor of Zuma models is 26 mm hydraulic fork. Some manufacturers prefer to use some kind of standing Fox with front / rear link shaft connection and external shock absorbers, but treat their motorcycle Yamaha motorcycle as appropriate, albeit small, so we wind with the tried and true miniaturized version of the technology, but not a cheap solution. Coil-over monoshock rear swing installation support Zuma closed driveline, and front and rear suspension components provide 2.3 inches and 2.2 inches of wheel travel, respectively.
Hydraulic brake caliper combines 10-inch front wheels and 180 mm, brake discs sea - a beautiful design, heat is consumed more quickly than the traditional "round cut" style, and I am one, think it looks really sharp . Because it is a typical motorcycle, Yamaha chose mechanical rear brake drum and wing nuts regulator, can quickly and easily adjust the tool-free benefits. Although there is no money in 50 Zuma is equipped with ABS brakes or links, I do not think it is necessary for such an optical path.
Transmission - a 49 ml mill drive F and FX models, and single lung, four-stroke mill to coolant and fuel injection, in order to keep the plant comply with emission regulations and public demand. Three installation 19 mm throttle body absorb with fast access to air filter through the sound attenuating gas tank. A driving three-valve SOHC head, and a transistor controlled ignition (TCI) to provide maintenance-free operation.
Instead of ductile bushings, rocker ride in the resist wear and prolong the life of the tip of the needle bearing. Catheter valve is equipped with a "carbon knife" function, eliminate carbon stem during operation - another move to make high-life longer. The pot and the holes are aluminum, ceramics, composite coating increased wear and abrasion resistance, to prevent metal friction associated with a similar problem.
Engine crank three pounds - feet of torque at 6500 rpm, but do not laugh; the hair of 200 pounds, which is enough power to compress around town and take advantage of traffic opening, because they show themselves. By a continuously variable transmission (CVT), for the power feeding twist - n to operate, without the need for a clutch or the shift lever to move in the slot of the brake lever up to the clutch brake the bicycle handlebar.
Now the onions. This factory get around 132 miles, so it must belong to the "three tablespoons of fuel around the world" category. Not only that, but the owner can congratulate their environment, because the tiny carbon footprint housekeeper. Yamaha holds the maximum speed approaching vest; but in 50 ml scooters, I want to see it can not be more than 30 miles.
The suggested retail price in 2016 50 ml Zuma - F or exchange - is $ 2,590. The 50F or vanilla white crow came and come in silver Stardust 59FX or radical white. I do not know how vanilla white white different from radical. Maybe someone will tell me.
Include your Yamaha Zuma, a one-year limited factory warranty.
Specifications
| Model: | Zuma 50F | Zuma 50 FX |
|---|---|---|
| Drivetrain: | ||
| Engine Type: | 49 cc, liquid-cooled SOHC Four-stroke; three valves | 49 cc, liquid-cooled SOHC Four-stroke; three valves |
| Bore: | 38.0 mm | 38.0 mm |
| Stroke: | 43.6 mm | 43.6 mm |
| Compression Ratio: | 12.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Maximum Torque: | 3 Pound-Feet at 6,500 rpm | 3 Pound-Feet at 6,500 rpm |
| Fuel Delivery: | Mikuni 19 mm throttle body, Fuel Injection | Mikuni 19 mm throttle body, Fuel Injection |
| Ignition: | TCI: Transistor Controlled Ignition | TCI: Transistor Controlled Ignition |
| Transmission: | Automatic CVT | Automatic CVT |
| Final Drive: | V-Belt | V-Belt |
| Chassis: | ||
| Suspension, Front: | 26 mm Telescopic fork; 2.3-inch travel | 26 mm Telescopic fork; 2.3-inch travel |
| Suspension, Rear: | Single shock; 2.2-inch travel | Single shock; 2.2-inch travel |
| Brake, Front: | 180 mm Hydraulic disc | 180 mm Hydraulic disc |
| Brake, Rear: | Drum | Drum |
| Tire, Front: | 120/90-10 | 120/90-10 |
| Tire, Rear: | 120/90-10 | 120/90-10 |
| Dimensions: | ||
| Length: | 73.0 inches | 73.0 inches |
| Width: | 28.7 inches | 28.7 inches |
| Height: | 43.1 inches | 43.1 inches |
| Seat Height: | 30.3 inches | 30.3 inches |
| Wheelbase: | 50.4 inches | 50.4 inches |
| Rake: | n/a | n/a |
| Trail: | n/a | n/a |
| Ground Clearance: | 4.5 inches | 4.5 inches |
| Fuel Capacity: | 1.2 gallons | 1.2 gallons |
| Fuel Economy: | 132 mpg | 132 mpg |
| Wet Weight: | 205 Pounds | 201 Pounds |
| Storage Capacity: | 5.2 Gallons | 5.2 Gallons |
| Maximum Load: | 183 Pounds | 187 Pounds |
| Warranty: | One-Year Limited Factory Warranty | One-Year Limited Factory Warranty |
| Colors: | Raven, Vanilla White | Silver Stardust, Radical White |
| Price: | $2,590 | $2,590 |
