Power and scooter are two words that don't often go hand in hand, except when you're talking about the new 125cc Yamaha Mio engine. Since the new 125cc Yamaha Mio was unveiled there has been nothing but praise for it. The concept of the machine was the practicality of a scooter but with a more powerful engine – and it must be excellent for tight city traffic.

The Mio 125 is the newest scooter at World Distributors and is an upgrade from the older Mio models (115cc) in power. Plus the bike has a fresh, futuristic design which is usually the number one criteria for a customer.

Eugene Bothello at World Distributors said the Mio 125 was built for the Asia market and is thus ideal for Bermuda.

"The old Mio was a 115cc and we still carry that model as well. But this new model has been totally redesigned from the motor right through to the cosmetics. They are becoming very popular in Bermuda because they are a 125cc and have that extra power – and of course they are very easy on the eye – it is a good looking vehicle."

The 125cc Yamaha Mio is powered by a liquid-cooled, SOHC 2-valve, 4-stroke engine. While the engine is surely an upgrade in technology, Yamaha didn't use fuel-injection for their latest scooter – the Yamaha Mio 125 is equipped with a Mikuni BS26 carburettor. With the use of specialised air-filters, high-compression ratio, and shaped combustion chamber Yamaha is able to meet the latest emission standards.

The newest Yamaha Mio 125 did get some 'useful' gadgets, which include a remote starter.

Lucky none of the creature comforts of a scooter have been sacrificed, either, with the Yamaha Mio 125.

The underseat area has the usual interior storage space big enough for a open face helmet or some other useful stuff you want to have near when you ride around the Island.

If you are after something more practical than the average scooter, with the benefits of a bit stronger engine, and you love riding a Yamaha two-wheeler, have a run on a Yamaha Mio 125.

The price of the Mio 125 is $3,795. Licence is $175 and insurance (estimate only) is $475 for those between 18 and 26 years old and $425 for those riders over 26 years old.

"But we have a sale on at the moment and we will take $400 off," said Mr. Bothello.

And there are more deals to be had when you buy the Mio 125.

Joe Ponte of World Distributors said: "Besides the $400 off the price we will give you a free LS2 helmet, a free rain suit which has the jacket, pants, boots and gloves which comes in a nice carry pouch, a free lock and the first service is free along with the first tank of gas."

The most important detail is the LS2 helmet which may save your life.

Made in Spain to top European standards, the LS2 helmet is also very stylish.

Mr. Ponte said: "This is a new line of helmets that World Distributors carries. They are prominent in Europe and renowned for their high quality and striking designs. They are excellent value for money – we sell these helmets for under $100 although the full face ones are more expensive.

"But the most popular helmet is the one under $100 – it has a number of features including a drop down shade visor which is great for those people living in the west end. Going home from Hamilton after work you will be glad of it when the sun is right in your eyes. It also features a regular face visor which is especially good for the rain and it has a quick release."

And the ventilation system with front air intakes and rear extractors will make things a lot more comfortable in the summer as will the soft chin strap padding.

"It also has a plush interior and on some models the the inside padding is fully removable and machine washable."

World Distributors also has the Yamaha Cygnus X which continues to be very popular, especially with professional people and corporate clients. It's compact and lightweight to negotiate Bermuda's narrow and winding roads.