India’s Best 125cc Scooters

Scooters have recently emerged as the preferred choice of the youth as they are durable, sturdy, classy, trendy, provides optimum performance and slips easily in heavy traffic conditions too. Moreover, parking scooters are not cumbersome at all as compared to cars. If we talk about bikes, we follow the most cherished perception that bikes are basically designed to suit a male’s personality. But scooters are sculpted to flaunt chicness and muscular stance that fits well for people of all ages despite of the gender.

Among the scooters launched lately, it has been surveyed and found that more and more people have developed liking for 125cc scooters. Owing to this, automobile manufacturers are flooding the domestic markets with a series of new and next generation models of their flagship scooters to make the best of the rising popularity of scooters in the 125cc segment.

Talking about the best 125cc scooters in 2016 in India, here are top 5 models that grab eyeballs for sure when they make their way on roads:

1. Honda Activa 125

While Japanese automaker’s have conquered the overall sales in the domestic market even in two wheeler segment, Honda has pitched its best selling scooter Honda Activa 125 in an all new version. The new avatar of Honda Activa 125 looks upscale with its shiny black drapery, dynamic graphics, one piece tail lamps and V shaped turn indicators. For a promising and comfortable ride, the Honda Activa comes equipped with a single unit wide seat. Also if you have to ride in areas where the roads are not properly maintained, then the telescopic suspension of this scooter will ensure better stability and comfort even at such junctures.

Powered with 125cc engine, the delivery of power is 8.6 bhp @ 6000 rpm with a top torque of 10.1 Nm @ 5500 rpm. Moreover, the company claims that the scooter is extremely efficient in delivering a fuel economy of 59 km per litre. The scooter boasts the Honda’s innovative and highly trusted technology, Honda Eco Technology. It comes merged with four stroke and air-cooled engine unit to offer the best in class performance and mileage.

Price (ex-showroom, Mumbai): Rs. 59,782

2. Suzuki Access 125

Another Japanese two wheeler maker that is making buzz with its versatile range of scooters is Suzuki. Recently, the company launched the much awaited facelift scooter Suzuki Access 125 in the Indian market that is being pitted against the best 125cc scooters in India. With high vigour powerplant, comfortable seat, excellent riding experience, world class features and exciting colours, the pleasant amalgamation of style and performance will swoon you away.

Equipped with a 125cc air-cooled, 4-stroke engine, the power generated is 8.58 bhp @ 7000 rpm with a top torque of 9.8 Nm @ 5000 rpm. Speaking about the mileage, the Access 125 is not behind in the competition as it can run up to 53 km per litre. The Suzuki Access 125 also hosts automatic transmission for convenient riding on city roads. Along with its sporty, upbeat and attractive styling, the Access 125 has many more features that set it apart such as Telescopic Front Suspension, tubeless tyres, maintenance free battery, Central Locking System and unique shutter mechanism for taking care of both convenience and safety. For riding safely during night, the scooter comes fitted with unique Multi-reflector Headlamps with focused and brighter light.

Price (ex-showroom, Mumbai): Rs. 65,590

3. Vespa VXL

This funky plus jazzy model from Vespa has a striking beauty that you will hardly be able to take your eyes off it. The latest version of Vespa VXL 125 has chrome body, comfortable and stylish seats, alloy wheels with satin finish, easy to read digital console and a great range of contemporary colours that gives you a premium feel while you are in control of it.

Coming to the engine specifications, the new Vespa VXL stores a powerful 125 cc engine that churns out a maximum power of 10.06 PS @ 7500 rpm and maximum torque of 10.06 Nm @ 6000 rpm. You may however, find this gorgeous scooter bit pricey for the Indian market, but when you get such luxury ride in a scooter, then shelling out some money may make it worth the price later.

Price (ex-showroom, Mumbai): Rs. 79,484

4. Mahindra Duro 125 DZ

The country’s own two wheeler maker, Mahindra has brought to the Indian shores a new Mahindra Duro 125 DZ that is powerful enough to climb steep flyovers effortlessly owing to the great pick-up and acceleration. It has longer wheel base for greater stability on rough roads, extra spacious under seat storage to pack more things along with helmet and has trendy design aesthetics to scale up your style quotient.

Powered with a 125cc 4-stroke engine, the maximum output generated is 8 bhp @ 7000 rpm with 9 Nm of maximum torque @ 5500 rpm. To provide you relief from visiting petrol pumps quite often is the rated mileage of 56 km per litre that Mahindra Duro 125 DZ offers. Available in unique and trendy colours, this Mahindra Duro scooter ensures great performance for the price it is tagged at making it a fierce contender in the list of the best 125cc scooters in the country.

Price (ex-showroom, Mumbai): Rs. 53,191

5. Suzuki Swish

The all new Swish 125 from Suzuki’s Indian portfolio has a lot to offer in terms of a new Digital Meter with Service Reminder, Dual Trip Meter and a Digital Clock to enhance the convenience for the riders. The maintenance free battery, tubeless tyres and steel fender makes it an ultimate option for daily commuting. The large under-seat storage capacity makes space for many of your essential things along with helmet space.

The extremely reliable 125cc engine coupled with CVT transmission and Telescopic Front Fork Suspension is capable of outpouring a peak power of 8.58 bhp @ 7000 rpm and a peak torque of 9.8 Nm @ 5000 rpm.

Also in store is the new stylish Blue Lens Position Lamps and Multi-reflector Lights for improved visibility during night rides. With new body styling graphics and a variety of colour schemes, get ready to ‘swish’ with style and comfort.

Price (ex-showroom, Mumbai): Rs. 62,038