Honda’s brand new PS125 – (PS stands for Perfect Scooter)

Honda’s brand new PS125 – the PS stands for Perfect Scooter, a wishy-washy green version came only as one option, with more sophisticated grey, blue-grey and black colour schemes to choose from too. The PS has a distinctive, classy look about it, with plenty of original details such as the vents on the nicely rounded front fairing and the stylish, pointy rear. But best of all, it looks solid, with the typical superb Honda finish. This is no flimsy scooter.



The PS gets a fuel injected, super-clean and economical four-stroke engine, supported by Showa suspension and stopped by Honda’s combined braking system. The underseat storage is built to hold a full-faced helmet, and is easily opened by turning the key in the ignition. Climb on board and the large, super-comfortable seat leaves stacks of room for a pillion. There’s even a grabrail that doubles up as a rack for the 35-litre top box available as optional equipment. The cubbyholes at the front are handy for storing bits and pieces, and the handbag hook is present. Hooray!





A doddle to handle on the twisties, with enough power to overtake the slow coaches. As we hit the Genovese traffic, we glide effortlessly through the gaps to take pole position at the front of the traffic lights. The brakes are brilliant – progressive with loads of feel, and it’s only a scooter. And as for the suspension…