Yamaha Filano Rental in Bangkok

Specifications

Engine

125 cc

Transmission

Automatic

ABS

Yes

Seat height

760 mm

Weight

96 kg

Fuel tank

4.4 L

Storage

27 L

Features

modern-retro European design, LED lighting all around, digital-analog combo meter, Smart Motor Generator (quiet start), stop-start system, wide flat seat (two-up comfort), Blue Core fuel-injected engine, Unified Braking System (UBS)

Pricing

All prices in Thai Baht. Final price varies by mileage, vehicle age, and modifications. Third-party insurance and helmet included.

Why the Yamaha Filano?

Perfect For

• style-conscious riders
• couples
• island cruising
• city exploring
• content creators
• cafe hopping

Common questions about the Yamaha Filano

• Is the Yamaha Filano a good beginner scooter?+

  Yes. At 96 kg it's the second-lightest scooter on the platform (only the Scoopy is lighter), the 760 mm seat keeps it accessible for most riders, and the 125 cc Blue Core engine is mild enough that beginners can't accidentally over-accelerate. The Unified Braking System links front and rear for balanced stops. There's no ABS - the Filano is the style tier, not the safety tier - so wet-road riders may prefer the Click 160 for the same money.
• Do I need an IDP to rent the Filano?+

  Yes. Thai law requires an International Driving Permit with motorcycle endorsement plus your home-country license for any rental, including the 125 cc Filano. Police checkpoints on the islands and in Phuket check, and a missing IDP voids your insurance.
• How is the Filano different from a Honda Scoopy at a similar price?+

  The Filano is 125 cc with more pull on coastal hills, a wider flat seat for two-up, an LED-only lighting package, and a Smart Motor Generator for almost-silent starts. The Scoopy is 110 cc, lighter (93 kg versus 96 kg), and has a lower 746 mm seat. Pick the Filano for style-first cruising and slightly more confidence on hills; pick the Scoopy if seat height is the deciding factor.
• What's the fuel range on the Filano?+

  The 4.4-litre tank delivers around 200-220 km on mixed riding. That's enough for two days of beach-hop loops on Samui or Phangan without refuelling. Petrol stations are everywhere on the main island roads, so the small tank is rarely a real concern.

Other Scooters in Bangkok

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  110cc · Automatic

  The Honda Scoopy is the lightest, cheapest, lowest-to-the-ground scooter on the platform - the one to pick if you're 155 cm tall, if this is your first scooter anywhere, or if you just want a retro-looking runabout for island beach hops. At 93 kg it's easier to push out of a sandy hotel driveway than anything else in the lineup, the 746 mm seat gives flat feet to most riders, and the 110 cc single is docile enough that a nervous rider won't accidentally over-accelerate. CBS (not ABS) links the brakes to prevent the front from locking first, which covers the most common beginner mistake. Idling stop kills the engine at red lights so you never stall. At 150-200 THB per day it's also the lowest entry cost in Thailand - the default pick on Koh Samui and Koh Phangan.

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  Honda Click 160

  160cc · Automatic

  The Honda Click 160 is Thailand's default rental scooter - the baseline you'll find at every shop in every city on the platform. At 200-300 THB per day it replaces 500-1,500 THB in daily taxis or Grab, so first-time riders get unlimited mobility without rebudgeting the trip. The fully automatic CVT, 780 mm seat height, and 118 kg wet weight make it forgiving for anyone who has never ridden before: no clutch, both feet flat at stops, easy to push around a narrow soi. Under-seat storage holds 18 litres (a day bag fits), the USB port keeps your phone charged while it runs navigation, and a 5.5 litre tank covers 200+ km between fills. Front ABS is standard on the 2022+ generation, which matters on wet monsoon roads.

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  Honda PCX 160

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  Yamaha NMAX 155

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  Honda ADV 160

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  Yamaha XMAX 300

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