The earliest production batches suffered poor handling, and after some improvements the handling of this model became better and Modenas Karisma dominmates the Malaysian scooter market since 2004.
- Max power: 6.8 kW @ 8,500 rpm
- Max torque: 9.3 N·m (0.95 kgf·m) @ 7,500 rpm
- Engine type: SOHC 2-valve 4-stroke single-cylinder, air-cooled
- Displacement: 124.9 cc
- Bore x stroke: 51.5 x 60 mm
- Compression ratio: 9.2:1
- Fuel tank capacity: 7.5 L
- Dry weight: 105 kg
- Transmission: CVT
- Max speed: About 110 km/h