Tomos SE 50, SE 125 in SM 125

Let's refresh our memory first. Today, on its 50th anniversary, Tomos belongs to the successful Hidria company with its own production and sales companies all over the world. The share of Tomos in exports reaches 87 percent, including Europe and the United States. In the Netherlands, for example, Tomos is number one among the mopeds sold, they also make components for BMW motorcycles, and we can go on and on.

But for those of us who love motorcycles, the most important fact is that apart from all the innovations from the 50 and 80 cbm road and off-road program, we can soon expect something more. Maybe in the fall enduro and supermoto with a 450cc engine. Well, let's be surprised, we better introduce you to what led to technical blueprints on the road.

Let's start with 125 cubic meters. The supermoto-derived SM is the most prototype of the three you see in the picture. It will undergo a few more changes in technical and design terms, but definitely not in working order. As research for the Munich fair, they also put together a supermoto with a slightly more proven SE that represents the enduro lineup.

But the SM 125 will be very popular with 125cc motors. Shoes with 100/80 R 17 tires at the front and 130/70 R 17 tires at the rear promise good grip as well as interesting cornering inclines. But that's not all. It boasts a 300mm brake disc and (watch out !!) a radial brake caliper. However, this is no longer a feline cough or a suspicious edge of unknown origin.

The 40mm upside-down front shocks are also designed for serious and even somewhat sporty riding. No wonder Tomos thinks out loud about the Supermoto Cup. Made of black plastic, with an aggressively designed radiator grille and aerodynamic front fender, it looks very sporty. When the refinement comes to the point that the bike is already riding, we will immediately inform you about the first impressions of the ride.

So, let's move on to those two that are already moving. The first SE 125. The tried and tested Yamaha unit was installed in a tubular frame (classic motocross / enduro design). This is an air-cooled four-stroke with a kick start and six gears. It ignites easily and reliably, with just one hit on the ergonomically well-fitted foot starter to echo the distinctive sound of a single-cylinder, four-stroke engine.

The first meters on the Tomos SE 125 surprised and impressed us a lot. Hey, this isn't so bad. The case is quite decent. In fact, we found out shortly after that that they were planning to make a very interesting bike in Koper. Ergonomics deserves a clean top five. It sits comfortably, you can grab the steering wheel with your hands like in motocross, and at the same time, it provides a comfortable and relaxed position even while standing, which is quite a lot on the field.

There was no tightness on it, the pedals were in the right place, as were all the levers from the brake to the clutch or gearbox. The SE 125, as befits an enduro, is comfortable and allows the driver to move freely. It even somewhat resembles the ergonomics of the Yamaha WR 250 F. The correct size is confirmed by the photographs, because we do not look like Martin Krpan on his poor keel, but like a real horse. Once again, they deserve all congratulations on this achievement.

We can talk so much about the suitability of the unit itself that, given its price and what it offers (15 hp), this is the right choice. In Tomos, they want to stand between the motorcycles, which is also the only right thing to do. Power is enough for a smooth ride, as well as some mini-pranks (possibly after the rear wheel), but don't expect it to be able to do some motocross adventures. He is not even designed for this, and even his competitors cannot do it in his dreams. This is enough for cart rides, single tracks and excursions.

The final speed is just over 100 km / h, which is also part of the unit's environmental limit as it boasts clean exhaust emissions. We also welcome solid suspension, especially the use of USD forks (more stiffness, more precise handling) and a rear shock that, like the KTM motocross and enduro bikes, mounts directly to the swingarm (which means little to no maintenance). ... It weighs 107 kilograms, which is a very competitive weight for this class of motorcycles. We can't wait to take it more seriously on the trolley track, it promises a lot of relaxed fun.

And an enduro with an engine capacity of 50 cc. Cm? It is powered by a water-cooled Minarelli two-stroke engine, which is otherwise the same as in Yamaha's 50 cubic feet. The clogging in the engine (which is otherwise very easy to fix) prevents it from getting more than 45 km / h. This also means that the six-speed gearbox has a lot of shifts. It ignites without problems on the leg, and for more comfortable use it has a separate oil tank (1 liter), from which it draws oil for the mixture. The SE 50 also boasts excellent ergonomics as it offers comfortable seating without a hint of cramped space.

The seat height, unlike the SE 125 which measures 950 mm, is 930 millimeters. That it has nothing to do with the old ATX 50 is also confirmed by the use of a 240mm brake disc on the front and 220mm on the rear. There are no jokes with the suspension either, in front there are USD telescopic forks, in the rear there is a single shock absorber attached directly to the swingarm. Weight 82 kilograms.

The only real downside to all three Tomos innovations is that they are not yet in production and we will have to wait until spring. He moves, he ...

Petr Kavčič, photo: Saša Kapetanovič