Over the years, scooters have been getting more popular. In Europe, they’re as much a part of the city as cobblestone streets and sidewalk cafes. In Asia, they rule the roads, slipping through traffic like it’s nothing. Even in the US, scooters are starting to catch on, thanks to how easy they are to ride, how little they cost to run, and the boom of delivery services like DoorDash making them a go-to for both work and play.
SYM knows this world better than most. Based in Taiwan, it’s one of the biggest scooter makers out there, and unlike brands that just dabble in the category, SYM’s pretty much dedicated its entire existence to perfecting scooters.
The SYM Fugue 125 (pronounced fyooj) is the latest proof of that focus, and it’s clearly eyeing the same space every stylish scooter dreams about: Vespa territory. It’s retro, charming, and seriously practical; the kind of ride that can turn your daily commute into something you could actually get excited for. And while looks matter just as much as specs in this segment, the Fugue brings both to the table without hitting you with the kind of price tag that comes with Italy’s most famous scooter.
