Review / Comparison of Scooters in India - Part II

Continued from here.

http://boyracer.blogspot.com/2010/04/twelve-scooters-to-spoil-your-choice.html

Hello again motoheads, and welcome to the second installment on Indian Scooters. Yesterday I introduced you to the variety the market has to offer. Today, I shall be sharing my Five Star picks of what is available out there. They are not ranked since the top spot will depend entirely on your preferences!

However, be rest assured, whatever your requirements, there is a scooter in this list that will fulfil your mind, body, soul and pockets!

LML 150 4T NV (My pick): Only geared scooter in the market. Largest scooter exporters(75000 last year).

Who is it for? Office going men conscious of the fuel economy and pride.

Pros: Comfort, biggest engine, power, can be repaired anywhere, retro design, 8 litres large fuel tank

Cons: Limited availability, outdated

Engine: 150cc four-stroke engine with a 4 speed gearbox. 8Bhp @ 5500 rpm and 9.5nm @ 6000rpm. 121kgs is heavier than most scooters.

Website: http://www.lmlitalia.com/

Conclusion: Priced 40,800 ex-showroom. A great buy if you are after some retro charm and a true driving experience.

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Suzuki Access 125 (My pick): Unbreakable

Who is it for? Mostly men but women will find it comfortable too. Seat height 780mm.

Pros: Robust and reliable, most powerful and refined engine, standard 20 litres storage, best in class ride and handling.

Cons: Smaller brakes(120mm), no external fuel filler or mobile charger.

Engine: 125cc engine has 8.58 bhp @ 7000rpm and 9.8nm @ 5500rpm. Heavy at 115kgs.

Website: http://www.suzukimotorcycle.co.in/

Conclusion: Priced 45561 ex-showroom. A driver's scooter at heart, fun to drive - the best no frills scoterette in the market. Grey and silver look good. Stay away from purple.

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Mahindra Flyte (My pick): 'Overdrive' Scooter of the year 2008 and 'Business Standard' scooter of the year 2008

Who is it for? Women will love the style and convinience. seat height 760mm.

Pros: Reliability, engine, 22 litres storage space, front fuelling, mobile charging.

Cons: Brakes (being picky)

Engine: 125cc engine makes 8bhp at 7000 rpm and 9.0nm of torque at 5500rpm. light weight at 106kg weight.

Website: http://mahindra2wheelers.com/

Conclusion: Priced 40499 ex-showroom. Excellent reliability. Looks good in silver and red.

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TVS Wego (my pick): The newest scooter in the market.

Who is it for? The scooter is targeted at both men and women.

Pros: Metal body, 12-inch Alloys, LED tail lamp, mobile charging facility, external fuel filler, front storage.

Cons: Men may find their knees lacking space.

Engine: 110cc engine makes 8bhp @7500 rpm and 8nm torque @ 5500rpm.

Website: http://tvswego.com/

Conclusion: Priced 42500 ex showroom. Easily the best scooterette in the market. Stay away from the golden colour.

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Bajaj Kristal (my pick)- From the king of scooters
Who is it for? The scooter is targeted at women.
Pros: Price, Front-fuelling, liters storage space with illumination, automatic lights, fuel efficient
cons: Weak engine, might be discontinued soon.
engine: 95cc engine makes 7bhp @7500rpm and 7.66nm at 5500rpm
http://www.bajajauto.com/kristal/
Conclusion: Priced at rs. 36,000 ex-showroom. Last of the scooters from Bajaj if Rajiv Bajaj has his way.

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Yamaha MIO Soul

So now you have got my recommendations, I hope you are inspired to get commenting and let us know which of these you love and why.

Happy Riding!!