Yamaha Nmax 155

"A smart, reliable urban weapon if you buy carefully."

The NMAX 155 is one of those scooters that genuinely rewards careful used buying. Yamaha got the basics right — the Blue Core engine is smooth, frugal, and genuinely reliable if maintained. At 155cc it's not fast, but it's quick enough for urban commuting without feeling gutless on faster roads. The underseat storage is surprisingly cavernous, and the ride quality is notably more composed than cheaper rivals thanks to that rear mono-shock setup. Buying used, check the front fork seals first — they leak on neglected examples. The plastic bodywork scratches easily, so cosmetic condition tells you a lot about how the previous owner treated the whole bike. Traction control and keyless ignition on later models are genuinely useful, not just spec-sheet padding. Belt condition matters too — budget for replacement if you can't verify service history.