Okay, let’s be real here. Most scooters are about as exciting as watching paint dry. But the Yamaha Aerox 155? Man, this thing’s different. It’s like Yamaha took a regular scooter, gave it a shot of adrenaline, and then dressed it up in a spacesuit. I’ve been riding one for a couple months now, and honestly? It’s ruined other scooters for me.
What Makes This Thing So Special?
1. That Engine Though…
So you know how most 150cc scooters sound like angry hair dryers? Not this one. The liquid-cooled 155cc mill actually has some proper guts to it. We’re talking 15 horsepower that comes on smooth but pulls strong all the way up to triple digits (km/h, relax). And the best part? Fuel injection means no more choking at stoplights like carbureted scooters do.
2. It Corners Like It’s On Rails
First time I threw this thing into a bend, I nearly freaked out. Scooters aren’t supposed to handle this good! That DeltaBox frame (yeah, the same tech from Yamaha’s sportbikes) makes it stupid stable mid-corner. The 14-inch wheels help too – they eat up bumps without making you feel every crack in the road.
3. Looks That Actually Get Respect
Let’s not kid ourselves – most maxi-scooters look like they were designed by accountants. The Aerox? It’s got this aggressive, angular look that makes people do double takes. The LED lights front and back are stupid bright (in a good way), and that floating seat design? Chef’s kiss.
4. Practical Enough For Daily Abuse
Now here’s the crazy part – for all its sporty pretensions, it’s still a legit daily rider:
- Under-seat storage fits my full-face helmet (just barely, but it counts)
- Getting about 40-45 kmpl in mixed riding
- There’s even a 12V socket for charging your phone
5. ABS That Actually Works
Single-channel ABS might not sound impressive, but when some idiot pulls out in front of you, that front disc brake bites hard while keeping the wheel from locking up. Lifesaver in rainy conditions.
Who’s Gonna Love This Machine?
✔ Young riders who want something fun but still need to haul groceries
✔ City commuters tired of getting smoked by traffic
✔ Weekend canyon carvers who don’t want a full-sized bike
✔ Anyone who thinks scooters should actually look cool
Okay, It’s Not Perfect Though…
- At 800mm, the seat height might intimidate shorter riders
- That 5.5L fuel tank means you’ll be visiting petrol pumps often
- Rear suspension’s a bit stiff if your roads are terrible
So… Should You Buy One?
Look, if you want a scooter that’s basically a sportbike in disguise, this is it. It’s not the cheapest option out there, and it’s definitely not for everyone. But if the idea of splitting traffic at speed while actually enjoying yourself sounds good? Yeah, you’ll want one of these.
🤔 Ridden one? Thinking about it? Let’s hear your take in the comments!