Indian Bike buyer's Guide

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May - 2010


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About the BikeAdvice Buyers Guide

This guide has been meticulously prepared by us in order for our readers to better understand

the choices they have in the Indian bike market upto 250cc. We have divided the guide into

sections based on engine capacity / segments so that it may be more convenient for a

prospective buyer to easily look up the choices within a particular segment. The categories are:

100 – 110 cc

125 – 135cc

150 – 180cc

200 – 250cc

Information for the 100 – 135cc includes Price, Enginecc, Max Power, Fuel Economy, Pros,

Cons and a review link of the bike at BikeAdvice.in.

For the 150 – 250cc segments, we have included additional information such as Max

Power/Torque @ RPM, 0-60 km/h times in seconds, Actual Top speeds, and Kerb weight.

High quality pictures, wherever possible, have been used to provide you with the best possible

guide to purchasing / reviewing a bike. Information such as top speeds and mileage are based

on real world conditions and independent testing and may vary from manufacturer claims.

Credits

Editing and Publishing

Deepak Raj, Editor in Chief, BikeAdvice.in

Design, Compilation and Presentation

Arun Thampi, Editor, BikeAdvice.in


INDEX

Segments [Click on a segment to view bikes, or]

Manufacturers [Click on the logo to view their respective bikes]

100 – 110cc

125 – 135cc

150 – 180cc

200 – 250cc

350 - 500cc

Scooters

Bikes : 100 – 110cc


Platina

Price: 37,217

Engine CC: 99.27

Max Power ( PS ) : 8.2

Avg Fuel Economy : 65 – 70

Pros : Acceptable looks with a frugal engine.

Cons : Doesn’t age quite well

Review Link : Click Here

Bikes

100 – 110cc

http://www.bikeadvice.in/bajaj-platina-review/

Bikes : 100 – 110cc


Discover DTS-Si

Price: 44,900

Engine CC: 94.38



Pros : Very economical engine, nice graphics, LED tail lamp.

Cons : Vibrations, lesser power than Platina.


http://bikeadvice.in/bajaj-discover-dtssi-100-review/

Bikes : 100 – 110cc


CD – Dawn

Price : 37,090

Engine CC: 97.20


Avg Fuel Economy : 60 - 70

Pros : Very reliable, cheap, great resale value, low maintenance, Fuel efficient.

Cons : Bland looks, bread and butter feel.

Bikes : 100 – 110cc


CD – Deluxe

Price : 42,872

Engine CC: 97.20



Pros : Very reliable, great resale value, low maintenance, Fuel efficient, good looks.

Cons : Very bad at climbs with pillion on board.

Bikes : 100 – 110cc


Splendor NXG

Price : 47,070

Engine CC: 97.20



Pros : The new improved version of the all time best seller, the Splendor with better looks, a great commuter

with good seats and great mileage.

Cons : Honda offers the 125cc, drum and spoke version of the Shine for the same price.


http://bikeadvice.in/hero-honda-splendor-nxg-review/

Bikes : 100 – 110cc


Passion Plus / Pro

Price : 47,584 (Drum Brake) / 50,077 (Disc Brake)

Engine CC: 97.20



Pros : good looks, great ride quality, Hero Honda reliability and quality, great resale value .

Cons : Not very exciting to ride, The new CB Twister is available for the same price.


http://bikeadvice.in/hero-honda-passion-plus-review/

Bikes : 100 – 110cc


CB Twister

Price : 47,891 ( Kick start, Drum Brakes )

54,321 ( Electric start, Disc Brakes)

Engine CC: 110

Max Power ( PS ) : 9


Pros : The best looking 100 – 110 cc segment bike in India, maintenance free battery, tubeless tires

Cons : Too early to say.


http://bikeadvice.in/honda-cb-twister-test-ride-anand/

Bikes : 100 – 110cc


Jive

Price : 46,000

Engine CC: 109



Pros : An easy to drive, innovative clutch less bike, under seat storage, scooter like drivability with bike like

mileage and efficiency.

Cons : Too early to say

Bikes : 100 – 110cc


Star Sport

Price : 39,842

Engine CC: 99.7



Pros : A good looking 100cc bike, easy to ride, lightweight.

Cons : Not suitable for rough use.


http://bikeadvice.in/tvs-star-sport-review/

Bikes : 100 – 110cc


Star City

Price : 44,730 (Spoke Wheels)

45,584 (Alloy Wheels)

Engine CC: 109.7



Pros : Great looking bike with a decent price and mileage.

Cons : Not suitable for rough use.


http://bikeadvice.in/tvs-star-city-review/

Bikes : 100 – 110cc


Crux S

Price : 39,794

Engine CC: 106



Pros : Rev happy engine, superb gearbox, well built with great components quality.

Cons : Plain looks, not very appealing.


http://bikeadvice.in/yamaha-crux-review/

Bikes : 100 – 110cc


Alba

Price : 46,442

Engine CC: 106



Pros : A great looking bike, good build quality, nice paint / graphics.

Cons : The Honda CB Twister could be yours for the same price.


http://bikeadvice.in/yamaha-alba-100cc-bike/

Bikes : 100 – 110cc


YBR 110

Price : 45,000

Engine CC: 106



Pros : Value for money bike, efficient, wide seats, useful grab rail.

Cons : Its basically a rebadged Alba at a slightly lower price and better features.

Bikes : 100 – 110cc


Libero G5

Price : 49,083

Engine CC: 106



Pros : Easy to ride, big, wide seats, good mileage.

Cons : Outdated, looks aren’t too impressive, only two colors to choose from


http://bikeadvice.in/yamaha-g5/

http://bikeadvice.in/yamaha-g5/

Bikes : 125 - 135cc


Discover 135

Price : 52,391 ( Drum Brakes )

55,538 ( Disc brakes )

Engine CC: 134.2



Pros : Great paint / graphics, easy to ride, acceptable comfort.

Cons : Build quality and long term durability has room for improvement.

Review Link: Click Here

Bikes

125 – 135cc

http://bikeadvice.in/bajaj-discover-135-dtsi-review/

Bikes : 125 - 135cc


Pulsar 135 Light Sport

Price : 58,200

Engine CC: 134.66



Pros : Lightweight, good handling, good brakes, four valve engine.

Cons : Looks similar to the XCD in more ways than one, rear wheel mudguard looks hideous.


http://bikeadvice.in/bajaj-pulsar-135ls-comprehensive-road-test/

Bikes : 125 - 135cc


Platina 125

Price : 44,373

Engine CC: 124.5



Pros : 125cc bike at 100cc price. Cheapest 125cc bike in the Indian market.

Cons : Not very durable for long term or rough use.

Bikes : 125 - 135cc


Super Splendor

Price : 50,576

Engine CC: 124.7



Pros : Hero Honda quality and reliability, Disc Brakes, Smooth Engine.

Cons : Plain looks, narrow tires.

Bikes : 125 - 135cc


Glamour

Price : 52,072 ( Drum )

54,177 ( Disc )

Engine CC: 124.7



Pros : Quality, reliability, Disc brakes, Low maintenance, good paintwork.

Cons : Same engine as the Super Splendor with no difference in power figures.


http://bikeadvice.in/hero-honda-glamour-125cc-review/

Bikes : 125 - 135cc


Glamour FI

Price : 62,765

Engine CC: 124.7



Pros :

India’s first fuel injected bike, the most efficient bike from Hero Honda, Mileage Indicator, great throttle

response and smoothness.

Cons : Expensive, Service centers for FI engine are comparatively lesser due to the requirement of expensive

equipment.

Bikes : 125 - 135cc


Shine

Price : 46,534 (Drum Brakes, Spokes, Kick Start)

54,419 ( Elect. Start, Disc brakes, Alloys)

Engine CC: 124.6



Pros : A good looking, reliable 125cc from Honda, low maintenance, easy to ride.

Cons : Short gear ratios.


http://bikeadvice.in/honda-shine-125cc-review/

Bikes : 125 - 135cc


CBF Stunner

Price : 51,116 (Kick start, Drum Brakes)

57,970 ( Electric start, Disc Brakes)

Engine CC: 124.7


Avg Fuel Economy : 60

Pros : The best looking 125cc in the market, sold internationally, Honda quality and reliablity.

Cons : Performance not as good as the looks, could use some extra power, 150cc would have done justice.


http://bikeadvice.in/honda-cbf-stunner-125cc-review/

Bikes : 125 - 135cc


Zeus

Price : 50,324 ( Drum )

51,911 ( Disc )

Engine CC: 124



Pros : Smooth engine, well equipped, gear shift indicator, easy to handle.

Cons : Looks does not impress, a little expensive too.


http://bikeadvice.in/suzuki-zeus/

Bikes : 125 - 135cc


Flame

Price : 54, 561 ( Disc, Electric Start )

Engine CC: 124.8



Pros : Great fun to ride, good brakes, Looks good, great features, Engine designed in collaboration with AVL,

Austria.

Cons : TVS tyres not very grippy.

Review link : Click Here

http://bikeadvice.in/tvs-flame-ccvti-125cc-review/

Bikes : 125 - 135cc


Gladiator

Price : 55,403

Engine CC: 123.7



Pros : A worthy competitor to the Honda Stunner, great handling, balance and performance, great looks with

the new color scheme.

Cons : Narrow tires, low mid range torque.

Review link : Click Here

http://bikeadvice.in/yamaha-gladiator-ss-125cc-review/

http://bikeadvice.in/yamaha-gladiator-ss-125cc-review/

Bikes : 150 - 180cc


Discover 150 DTSi

Price : 52,500

Engine CC: 144.8

Max Power ( PS@RPM ) : 13 @7500

Max Torque ( NM@RPM ) : 12.75 @ 6500

0 – 60 Km/h time ( seconds ) : -

Top Speed ( Km/h, Actual ) : Not tested


Kerb Weight ( Kg ) : 121

Pros : Lightweight, efficient, value for money, front disc brake, BS 3 compliant.

Cons : Looks almost just like the Discover 100cc, reliability, handling and quality needs to be seen.

Bikes

150 – 180cc

Bikes : 150 - 180cc


Pulsar 150 DTSi (Review)

Price : 65,200

Engine CC: 149.01

Max Power ( PS@RPM ) : 15.06 @ 8500

Max Torque ( NM@RPM ) : 12.5 @ 6500

0 – 60 Km/h time ( seconds ) : 5.50

Top Speed ( Km/h, Actual ) : 113



Pros : Good Looks, Good exhaust note, Acceptable handling, great ride quality over bumpy roads due to soft suspension, very friendly to modifications.

Cons : Reliability Issues, Quality of components needs improvement, very common on roads, not the best handler, disc brake is too powerful for the front tyre, skids easily.

http://bikeadvice.in/bajaj-pulsar-150-dtsi-2009/

Bikes : 150 - 180cc


Pulsar 180 DTSi (Review)

Price : 69,000

Engine CC: 178.60

Max Power ( PS@RPM ) : 17.05 @ 8500

Max Torque ( NM@RPM ) : 14.22 @ 6500




Kerb Weight ( Kg ) : 147 Pros : Great looks, great exhaust note, bigger front forks, split seats, good performance, tubeless tires,

friendly to modifications, comfortable ride, stable for stunts.

Cons : Looks almost identical to the Pulsar 150, Quality issues, front brakes are too powerful for the tyres,

heavy, common on roads, reliability issues such as oil leaks, starter trouble and rear LED failure. Apache 180

demonstrates the true capabilities of a 180cc engine, naked chain doesn’t last too long.

Avenger 200 DTSi (Review)

http://bikeadvice.in/bajaj-pulsar-180cc-dtsi-review/

http://bikeadvice.in/bajaj-pulsar-180cc-dtsi-review/

Bikes : 150 - 180cc


Price : 74,000

Engine CC: 198.80

Max Power ( PS@RPM ) : 17.51 @ 8500

Max Torque ( NM@RPM ) : 16.78 @ 6500



Kerb Weight ( Kg ) : 150 Pros : Well designed cruiser with a timeless look, engine borrowed from the Pulsar 200 for great

performance, 15 inch rear tyre makes acceleration a breeze, easy to handle, affordable, great fun for

weekend tours.

Cons : Long wheelbase makes taking U turns a little difficult, rear brakes could have been better.

Bikes : 150 - 180cc


Achiever

Price : 60,316

Engine CC: 149. 1

Max Power ( PS@RPM ) : 13.4 @ 8000






Pros : Great engine borrowed from the Unicorn, reliable, easy to ride, good gearbox and mileage, well priced

too, low maintenance, good quality of components.

Cons : Lack of modern equipment like LED lamps or digital speedo, 3,000 rupees more can get you the Hunk,

Achiever almost looks outdated, performance not very impressive.

Bikes : 150 - 180cc


Hunk ( Review )

Price : 63,366

Engine CC: 149.2

Max Power ( PS@RPM ) : 14.4 @ 8500






Pros : Designed in Italy, awesome looks, great ride quality and comfort, really smooth engine borrowed from

the Unicorn, priced well, , nice seats and riding position, a great package overall.

Cons : Lack of LED tail light, narrow tyres at the front, it is heavy for 150cc’s.

http://bikeadvice.in/hero-honda-hunk-review-pictures/

Bikes : 150 - 180cc


CBZ Extreme ( Review )

Price : 64,775

Engine CC: 149.2

Max Power ( PS@RPM ) : 14.4 @ 8500






Pros : Apart from the headlight, the bike looks really good, well designed tail light, good ride quality,

acceptable performance, can be easily fitted with a Karizma R front fairing.

Cons : Doesn’t capture the essence of the old CBZ, performance not very impressive, poorly designed

headlight almost ruins the looks of the whole bike.

http://bikeadvice.in/hero-honda-cbz-xtreme-review/

Bikes : 150 - 180cc


CB Unicorn (Review)

Price : 64,082

Engine CC: 149.1

Max Power ( PS@RPM ) : 13.5 @ 8000





Kerb Weight ( Kg ) : 146 Pros : The best 150cc engine in India, very smooth, silent and extremely reliable due to simplicity of design, easy to ride, really long and wide seat, mono shock suspension, high quality mechanical components. Cons : Has a commuter bike feel, needs more power to be any exciting, has a few minor problems with long term durability of body panels.

http://bikeadvice.in/honda-unicorn-experience-wing-rider/

Bikes : 150 - 180cc


CB Unicorn Dazzler

Price : 67,000

Engine CC: 149.1

Max Power ( PS@RPM ) : 14 @ 8500

Max Torque ( NM@RPM ) : 12.75 @ 6000

0 – 60 Km/h time ( seconds ) : -

Avg Fuel Economy : 60



Pros : Stylish, economical, reliable engine from Honda, great mileage despite all the improvements in power, rear disc brakes, 17 inch wheels at front and rear, digital console with clock, tank fairing, mono suspension, better ride comfort, new air filter for better performance, new unique rear view mirrors, maintenance free battery.

Cons : Early to say.

Bikes : 150 - 180cc


Apache RTR 160 / 160 FI ( Review )

Price : 65,623; 67,374 ( with rear disc ); 75, 360 ( Fuel Injected, with rear disc )

Engine CC: 159.7

Max Power ( PS@RPM ) : 15.4 @ 8500






Pros : Powerful, exciting to ride, Suzuki Fiero based engine, well balanced chassis with great feedback and handling, very sharp and powerful brakes, well designed digital speedometer with data logger, adjustable handle bars, powerful rear LED tail lamps, very nimble in traffic, engine is extremely reliable for tuning / performance modifications.

Cons : Ride quality not the best on broken roads, dealers don’t always have stock of various parts, FI version is serviced only at major cities.

http://bikeadvice.in/tvs-apache-rtr-160-review-anand/

Bikes : 150 - 180cc


Apache RTR 180 ( Review )

Price : 73,918

Engine CC: 177.4

Max Power ( PS@RPM ) : 17.3 @ 8500






Pros : Very powerful with 0-60 times faster than all other bikes in the Indian market upto 225cc including R15, Pulsar 220 and Karizma R / ZMR. In-gear acceleration even more impressive. Well distributed torque and power makes it usable throughout the rev range, Excellent build quality and attention to detail, removable mudflap, tubeless tyres, Data logger, long wheelbase for stability, high seating position gives confidence, sharp and powerful brakes, engine can easily and reliably handle more power / tuning.

Cons : Not very comfortable for tall riders, naked chain needs more maintenance under Indian conditions.

http://bikeadvice.in/tvs-apache-rtr-180/

Bikes : 150 - 180cc


GS 150R (Review )

Price : 67,059

Engine CC: 149.5







Pros : A direct competitor to the Honda Unicorn, smooth, refined engine, 6 gears, good mileage, well

designed speedometer, Head and Tail lights inspired by the Suzuki GSXR 1000, a great all round package.

Cons : A little pricey, could use a little more power, heavy.

http://bikeadvice.in/suzuki-gs150r-photo-review/

Bikes : 150 - 180cc


FZ 16 / FZ-S ( Review )

Price : 73,028

Engine CC: 153


Max Torque ( NM@RPM ) : 14 @ 6000





Pros : One of the best looking bikes on Indian roads, easy to ride, excellent road grip, superb

brakes, commendable handling and ride quality, great exhaust note, high quality components

and parts, updates include black headlamps, new FZ logo on tank and Yamaha label on side

panel, FZS features two new colors.

Cons : Expensive, low mileage, Yamaha service generally not satisfactory, digital tachometer

not very visible in sunlight, expensive performance parts and accessories, no crash guard, rear

mudguard almost useless in rain, tiny rear seat.

http://reviews.bikeadvice.in/review/yamaha-fz16/

Bikes : 150 - 180cc


Fazer ( Review )

Price : 81,000

Engine CC: 153







Pros : a great looking bike with a genuine big bike looks, great ride quality across all kinds of terrain, mid

range power is punchy, front fairing helps in tireless long journeys, excellent brakes, the best rear view

mirrors of all bikes in the country, impeccable build quality.

Cons : Underpowered for touring, expensive, low mileage, no crash guard, rear mudguard is useless in the

rain, rear seat is tiny, the bike struggles after 100Km/h, heavy, not very nimble too, at almost the same price

the Karizma R has the same mileage with much better performance and touring prowess.

http://bikeadvice.in/yamaha-fazer-150-reviewed/

Bikes : 150 - 180cc


R15 ( Review )

Price : 1,10,000

Engine CC: 149.8







Pros : The best 150cc bike in India, very reliable engine, four valves, liquid cooling, forged lightweight piston,

deltabox frame similar to the R1, designed in Japan by the same team behind the R1, the bike is lightweight

despite all the equipment; full fairing, excellent road grip even at top speed, aero dynamic design, stable and

steady at all speeds, brilliant handling and balance, performance kits take it to the next level.

Cons : Steep price, seating position not suitable for rough roads, torque inadequate at low RPM’s, expensive

accessories and performance parts, Yamaha service can be improved, narrow tyres doesn’t help the looks,

relatively shorter than other bikes, no crash guard.

http://bikeadvice.in/yamaha-fazer-150-reviewed/

Bikes : 200 - 250cc


Pulsar 220 DTSi F ( Review )

Price : 78,180

Engine CC: 220

Max Power ( PS@RPM ) : 21.04 @ 8500

Max Torque ( NM@RPM ) : 19.12 @ 7000





Pros : Great performance, nice exhaust note, easy to perform stunts, steel braided brake line, stable, spilt seats, size suits tall riders, highest top speed among bikes less than 250cc, mod friendly, projector lamps, great value for money, chunky silencer, oil cooler.

Cons : Very poor quality fairing plastics, front fairing design isn’t the most appealing or sporty, naked chain is maintenance heavy, quality of parts needs improvement, the bike is also heavy, rear view mirrors next to useless, Over enthusiastic speedo shows upto 150 Km/h compared to the actual top speed of 132.

Bikes

200 – 250cc

http://bikeadvice.in/bajaj-pulsar-220-dtsi-review/

Bikes : 200 - 250cc


Pulsar 220 DTSi S ( Review )

Price : 76,200

Engine CC: 220

Max Power ( PS@RPM ) : 21.04 @ 8500

Max Torque ( NM@RPM ) : 19.12 @ 7000





Pros : Great performance, looks brilliant, oil cooler, 55W headlights, excellent and almost unbeatable value for money.

Cons : Looks almost identical to the Pulsar 180, too early to say on any other aspect.

http://bikeadvice.in/bajaj-pulsar-180-dtsi-ug4-review-sachin/

Bikes : 200 - 250cc


Karizma R ( Review )

Price : 81,253

Engine CC: 223


Max Torque ( NM@RPM ) : 18.35 @ 6000





Pros : The best all round bike under 250cc in India, very well designed, stylish even today despite its age, great performance, easy to handle, well designed speedo and LCD display, low maintenance, kick starter also featured, comfortable seating and riding position, mod friendly, lots of torque, and very, very reliable.

Cons : A little old, fairing starts to rattle when used roughly, no crash guard, front tyres could be improved, horn is the same as the Splendor.

http://bikeadvice.in/hero-honda-new-karizma-r-review/

Bikes : 200 - 250cc


Karizma ZMR ( Review )

Price : 1,02,100

Engine CC: 223

Max Power ( PS@RPM ) : 17.6 @ 7000

Max Torque ( NM@RPM ) : 18.35 @ 6000





Pros : Same engine from the Karizma with fuel injection, full fairing, Hero Honda reliability, Real Time Mileage Indicator (RTMI), Cleanly designed speedometer with clear visibility, overall refinement, well designed rear view mirrors, rear disc brakes, clip on handle bars.

Cons : Very steep price with very little improvement in performance over the Karizma R, stock tyres not enough, underpowered headlamp ( 35W ), not the most appealing design, has generated only mixed reactions, Hero Honda hasn’t recreated the legend of a bike the old Karizma R was. Service centers for fuel injection bikes are lesser.

http://bikeadvice.in/hero-honda-karizma-zmr-7-day-1800-kilometer-ownership-report/

Bikes : 200 - 250cc


Ninja 250 R

Price : 2,96,150

Engine CC: 249 (124.5 x 2)

Max Power ( PS@RPM ) : 33 @ 11000

Max Torque ( NM@RPM ) : 22 @ 8,200



Avg Fuel Economy : 20 – 25 ( on premium fuel )


Pros : Arguably the best all round 250cc bike in the world, over 25 years of existance, twin cylinder, superb performance, huge discs, liquid cooling, designed with practicality and performance in mind, exclusive and eye catching, six speed transmission, great handling, looks similar in many ways to the Ninja 600 and 1000.

Cons : Seemingly outdated analog speedo, no fuel gauge, expensive due to import duties, parts replacement may cause delays, only two colors in available in India compared to over 5 in USA, service centers available only in major cities.

Bikes : 350cc


Royal Enfield Classic 500

Price : 1,45,000

Engine CC: 499

Max Power ( PS@RPM ) : 27.2 @ 5250





Pros : Classic design, extremely comfortable for any kind of long journeys, great features, 41 Nm of torque is good enough for a trip across the country.

Cons : Fuel Injection system makes maintenance a complicated proposition.

Bikes

350 - 500cc

Bikes : 350cc


Royal Enfield Classic 350

Price : 1,15,000

Engine CC: 346

Max Power ( PS@RPM ) : 19.8 @ 5250

Max Torque ( NM@RPM ) : 28Nm @ 4000




Pros : Classic design, comfortable for long journeys, great features, the bike is acceptably economical yet very powerful, fuel injection system adjusts fuel mix to varying altitudes making frequent stops during hill climbs a thing of the past. Cons : Fuel injection system is complicated and requires expensive equipment to fiddle with, most roadside service centers that would be able to service the older carb Bullets may just show a blind eye to this one, in case of any problems.

Bikes : 350cc


Royal Enfield Thunderbird Twinspark

Price : 1,14,800

Engine CC: 346

Max Power ( PS@RPM ) : 19.8 @ 5250





Pros : Great design, outstanding ride quality and seating position, excellent ride comfort courtesy of the nicely shaped seats, relaxed dynamics, very good straight-line stability and poise. Cons : Nothing much really…

Bikes : 350cc


Royal Enfield Electra Twinspark

Price : 1,10,000

Engine CC: 346

Max Power ( PS@RPM ) : 19.8 @ 5250





Pros : Original Bullet design, inverted gas shocks at rear provide great ride quality, impeccable stability, refined and smooth engine note with the typical thump, soft and comfortable seats, powerful disc brake up front, easy to maintain and service.

Cons : Nothing much really…

Scooters


Pleasure

Price : 40,730

Engine CC: 102



Pros : Same engine as the Activa, refined, looks good, easy to ride, good build quality.

Cons : Marketed as a ladies scooter.


Scooters

http://bikeadvice.in/hero-honda-pleasure-review/

Scooters


Activa / Activa DLX

Price : 45,749 / 46,964 (DLX)

Engine CC: 109



Pros : An easy to ride scooter, very refined, well designed with good ride comfort and storage space.

Cons : The Suzuki Access, a 125cc scooter is available for just Rs 3,000 more


http://bikeadvice.in/honda-activa-review/

Scooters


Aviator

Price : 48,000 ( Drum Brakes )

53,500 ( Disc Brakes )

Engine CC: 109



Pros : One of the best looking scooters around, great quality, optional disc brakes.

Cons : Suzuki Access, 125cc is yours for almost the same price ( 48,500 )


http://bikeadvice.in/honda-aviator-review/

Scooters


Dio

Price : 41,242

Engine CC: 102



Pros : A great looking scooter, a hit with youngsters, Activa engine, zippy and easy to ride.

Cons : Fiber body, comparatively build quality not as good as the Activa.


http://bikeadvice.in/honda-dio-preview/

Scooters


Wego

Price : 48,600

Engine CC: 109



Pros : A great looking scooter, 12 inch wheels, full metal body

Cons : Too early to say

Scooters


Scooty Streak

Price : 41,236

Engine CC: 87.8



Pros : Lightweight, very easy to handle, good looks, mobile charger, storage space.

Cons : Not very fast, build quality can be improved, unstable on loose rock or bumpy roads.

Scooters


Duro

Price : 43,477

Engine CC: 124.6



Pros : Easy to ride, fairly reliable.

Cons : It’s just a rebadged Kinetic Nova.


http://bikeadvice.in/mahindras-125cc-powerscooters-rodeo-duro-test-ride/

Scooters


Flyte

Price : 44,242

Engine CC: 124.6



Pros : Easy to ride, lightweight, comfortable, good features.

Cons : Not very appealing.

Scooters


Rodeo

Price : 46,801

Engine CC: 124.6



Pros : Fairly durable with quality parts, good to ride, nice features.

Cons : It’s a restyled Flyte.


http://bikeadvice.in/mahindras-125cc-powerscooters-rodeo-duro-test-ride/

Scooters


Access

Price : 48,562

Engine CC: 124.6



Pros : Really good pickup, great value for money, ride comfort, nimble handling and rarer than the common

Activa.

Cons : Low mileage.


http://bikeadvice.in/suzuki-access-125cc/

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