5 Reliable Japanese Scooters You Can Buy In India Under 1.5 Lakh

One of the most popular scooters in the country, the Honda Activa 125 is available in two variants: DLX and H-Smart, with prices starting at Rs 95,702 and going up to Rs 99,674 (ex-showroom). Powering the Activa 125 is a 123.92 cc, 4-stroke SI engine producing 8.3 bhp at 6500 rpm and 10.5 Nm of torque at 5000 rpm, paired with Honda’s PGM-FI fuel system. The scooter offers both self and kick start options. Dimensionally, it measures 1850 mm in length, has a wheelbase of 1260 mm, and stands on a ground clearance of 162 mm. With a kerb weight of 107 kg and a 5.3-litre fuel tank, it features telescopic front suspension and a 3-step adjustable hydraulic rear setup.

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The Dio 125 is a sportier alternative from Honda, priced at Rs 91,649 for the DLX and Rs 97,044 for the H-Smart variant (ex-showroom). Like the Activa, it also uses a 123.92 cc engine that generates 8.2 bhp at 6500 rpm and 10.5 Nm at 5000 rpm. The Dio comes with a viscous paper air filter and shares the same fuel-injected setup. It is slightly shorter in length at 1830 mm but offers a higher ground clearance of 171 mm. With a kerb weight of 105 kg, a fuel tank capacity of 5.3 litres and telescopic front suspension with a spring-loaded hydraulic rear, the Dio 125 blends style with function.

Yamaha’s Aerox 155 is a performance-oriented scooter priced at Rs 1.5 Lakh (ex-showroom). It features a 155 cc, liquid-cooled, SOHC 4-valve engine that delivers 14.7 bhp at 8000 rpm and 13.9 Nm at 6500 rpm. The scooter is equipped with a V-belt automatic transmission and is E20 fuel compatible. The Aerox measures 1980 mm in length with a wheelbase of 1350 mm and a seat height of 790 mm. Weighing 126 kg, it comes with a 5.5-litre fuel tank. Braking is handled by a 230 mm front disc with ABS and a 130 mm rear drum, while suspension duties are managed by a telescopic fork and unit swing setup.

Suzuki’s Access 125 is a practical, lightweight option starting at Rs 83,800 (ex-showroom). It uses a 124 cc air-cooled, single-cylinder engine producing 8.3 bhp at 6500 rpm and 10.2 Nm at 5000 rpm. The scooter features a fuel injection system and CVT transmission. At 1835 mm in length and 106 kg kerb weight, it is compact and easy to handle. It has a 5.3-litre fuel tank and a 160 mm ground clearance. Depending on the variant, it offers drum or disc brakes at the front and comes with alloy or cast wheels.

The Burgman Street 125 is Suzuki’s maxi-scooter styled option, priced from Rs 96,399 (ex-showroom). It is powered by a 124 cc engine delivering 8.5 bhp at 6750 rpm and 10 Nm at 5500 rpm. It uses a fuel injection system and CVT transmission, and offers both kick and electric start options. At 1880 mm in length with a 1265 mm wheelbase and a kerb weight of 110 kg, it provides a roomy riding posture. The fuel tank holds 5.5 litres, and braking is managed by a front disc and rear drum setup. It rides on telescopic front and swing-arm rear suspension, with tubeless tyres at both ends.

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