Kymco Super Z 150 8 Series

The Kymco Super Z 150 flaunts a sporty, elegant design. The front apron houses the large twin headlamps, below which there’s a sharp mudguard. The handlebar is not too long, but of an appropriate length, which holds the two rear-view mirrors. There’s a seamless flow of lines and edges that flow from the front to the sides of the scooter. The footboard is also roomy and there are two spacious front fairing compartments, accessible fuel filling cap, luggage hooks, and a discretely placed water-proof USB port. The saddle is both long and wide to provide comfort to the rider as well as the pillion during short or long rides. The rear section features a grab rail, tail light, and sharp turn-key indicators. The storage capacity of the Super Z 150 Fi is pretty decent and is big enough to fit a good-sized helmet or bringing your daily load for work. The black-colored alloy wheels also add to the visual appeal of the Super Z 150 and fit well within the overall design language. The instrument console is an analog one, with better visibility, and displays information through a speedometer, trip meter, and fuel gauge.

The Super Z 150 is specifically built to cater to daily commuting needs. It is perfect for both long rides and zipping through city traffic, owing to its nimble handling. With a length of 1930mm, wheelbase of 1310mm and a dry weight of 114kgs, the Super Z 150 offers a very smooth handling experience. Suspension setup comprises of conventional telescopic front forks and a double swing at the rear which effectively gobbles the road bumps and jerks. The 14-inch alloy wheels are wrapped in tubeless tyres – 80/90 up front and 90/90 at the rear, which adds to the overall riding experience. Braking duties rest with a front disc and a rear drum.

Powering the Super Z 150 is a 149.6cc, single-cylinder, air-cooled, SOHC engine which is capable of generating max power of 10.8 hp at 7,500 rpm and a peak torque of 10.8 Nm at 6,250 rpm. The engine also features a fuel-injection system that provides extra torque while driving through traffic and while accelerating from the numerous starts and stops of everyday riding. Power is transmitted to the rear wheel using a CVT transmission. Kymco claims that the Super Z 150 returns a mileage of 25kmpl and can easily cross the speed of 100kmph, owing to its powerful engine. The fuel tank capacity of the scooter is 4.6 litres.

In terms of safety, there’s a little room for improvement. The scooter only comes with a front disc brake option. A rear disc brake would have been really handy to make the braking more efficient and adding to the riders’ safety. It does come with a shutter lock, which reduces the chances of vehicle theft. Other safety features include a pass switch and engine check warning signal.