Cyclone RT1 Test: Introduction
Cyclone, the dragon brand, has landed in Spain with a very clear strategy: to offer products with a very aggressive pricing policy, without skimping on equipment or growth potential. and this Cyclone RT1 It is a testimony to that.
From the beginning, you have to keep in mind that this scooter has a recommended retail price of €2,795.00, and also includes a SHAD SH33 top case as standardwhich is a great starting point.
The Cyclone RT1 is an honest and modern scooter, with a sharp and intelligent design that can be an ideal companion, practical and always ready to ride in the city, for a good price.
Cyclone RT1 test: Engine and cycle part
The engine is undoubtedly the strong point of the Cyclone RT1. It is a 4-stroke, single-cylinder, 125cc and liquid cooling, which offers a maximum power of 8.6 kW (11.69 HP) at 8740 rpm and a maximum torque of 11.7 Nm at 6750 rpm. The most notable thing is that it is a very fine and smooth motor, which hardly vibrates. The acceleration is smooth and progressive, which makes it perfect for that continuous starting and stopping of urban traffic.
The transmission is an automatic CVT (belt with centrifugal clutch) type and the chassis is a double steel cradle. In terms of suspension, it has a conventional front fork with 33mm bars with 95mm travel and a double rear shock absorber adjustable in preload with 91mm travel. These suspensions are more oriented towards comfort and seem very progressive to me, absorbing the irregularities of the asphalt effectively.
In terms of safety, Cyclone has not skimped: braking is ABS dual channel (Disc 270 mm front and 218 mm rearboth with 2-piston calipers); Furthermore, it includes Traction Control (TCS); Although it may seem excessive on a low-power scooter, it never hurts and provides an extra guarantee, especially on rainy days.
Cyclone RT1 test: Equipment and aesthetics
The design of the Cyclone RT1 is modern, sharp and elegant. It gives me the feeling that they wanted to create a kind of “mini GT”, and the truth is that they have come out with a very comfortable and spacious despite being a 125 cc. Personally, I think the blue color suits him very well, although it is also available in white or black.
To that feeling of modernity is added useful and accessible technological equipment. All lighting is Full LED. The instrument panel is an LCD Digital Display, which I found very legible and easy to understand. This is a success, since more complex instrumentation is not always needed.
Furthermore, it has backlit pineappleswhich although they look very pretty, would benefit from the button legends being transparent. That way they would even read better.
In the useful equipment section, the scooter includes the system Keyless (keyless start, using a remote control), adjustable handles and a glove box that serves on the left side.
A crucial addition that seems essential to me, halfway between equipment and safety, is the Integrated 1080P HD front camera. This camera continuously records and allows access to the images in the event of an accident through an app, an invaluable resource if we are involved in an incident.
Cargo capacity is complemented by space under the seat for a jet helmet, in addition to the SHAD SH33 top case that comes standardwhich gives space for two helmets almost certainly, as long as they are jet type.
Cyclone RT1 test: Ergonomics, more than it seems
I measure 1.86m and weight 100kgso 125cc scooters aren’t usually my go-to spot. However, the Cyclone RT1 has pleasantly surprised me. The seat is located at 810mm off the ground, it is very comfortable, it has good padding and its shape allows tall people to stand quite far back.
The most important thing I am going to mention to you in terms of ergonomics is that it is one of the few scooters where I could use the front platforms comfortably, (which is not a little) giving my legs a break and avoiding feeling boxed in.
For the rest, the aerodynamic protection is rather poor, which is understandable, given that it will be used mainly in the city; and in general the driving position is pleasant and rested.
Cyclone RT1 Test: Dynamic Behavior, Dynamism and Comfort
The Cyclone RT1 is dynamic, stable and agile. Thanks to its wheels 14 inches (front 100/80-14 and rear 120/70-14)the scooter is extremely reactive and “mousy”, ideal for weaving through traffic with ease. It is very easy to move and is very manageable and obedient.
In the connection between the engine and the rear axle through the accelerator, the Cyclone RT1 is smooth, progressive and efficient, a crucial aspect for urban use. Although the power is modest (almost 12 HP), the general feel is comfortable and pleasant; and the acceleration is sustained.
The suspensions, aimed at comfort, are a success for the city. They allow you to go over bumps and irregularities in the asphalt quite comfortably without having to be excessively careful.
He good dynamic behavior It is notable and without interference, which makes our journey a pleasant time of the day, allowing us to not worry and focus on our errands.
As for the brakes, they offer a safe braking. Although I liked the feel of the rear brake more than the front, they do their job very well. In addition, the guarantee of having dual-channel ABS and traction control adds an extra layer of safety in adverse conditions.
