Suzuki Access 125 BS-VI Road Test Review: Is It Still the Segment Favourite?

Picture this, the yr is 2007, you simply acquired your driver’s licence and your father palms you the keys to a model new scooter, the Suzuki Access 125. Not solely was it among the finest performing scooter nevertheless it was additionally a bang for the buck for what it introduced on the desk again within the day. 13 years later, local weather change is actual and India is about to enter a brand new period with the brand new BS-VI emission norms. Hence this one will get an improve too. So we’re right here to see what it’s all about.

In over a decade in India, the Access 125 has set the benchmark for scooters within the 125-cc phase. However, as competitors grew, the Access continued to excel by way of using however began to lack by way of options and premium quotient. And apart from making it prepared for the brand new emission norms, that’s precisely what this update geared toward fixing.

Suzuki Access 125 BS-VI. (Image: Prashant Rai/Information18.com)

All That’s Changed

So, earlier than we get into the using bit, let me simply rapidly take you thru all of the modifications within the new mannequin. So, the headlamp is now an LED unit which is along with a pair of parking lights that also run on halogen, there is a new instrument cluster which now has what Suzuki calls Active Eco Assist, there may be extra cupboard space below the seat now and an important of all, the brand new Access will get an exterior gasoline filler cap.

Suzuki Access 125 BS-VI. (Image: Prashant Rai/Information18.com)

Elaborating on the brand new additions, we felt that the headlight whereas being a worthy addition, lacked by way of illumination and will have completed with a greater throw. This, along with the halogen parking lights, regarded a bit odd at nighttime. The new instrument cluster now reveals extra info than earlier than together with a brand new battery voltage meter. However, we thought Suzuki might have changed the identical with one thing extra sensible reminiscent of a distance to empty gauge. And whereas it may be extremely subjective, we thought the multi-coloured Active Eco Assist was a little bit of an overkill and Suzuki might have completed with a extra delicate setup.

The under-seat storage has grown in dimension, however nonetheless can not accommodate an international-spec DOT or ECE licensed full-faced helmet, nonetheless, a bigger boot is at all times appreciated. And like its rivals within the phase, the brand new Access now will get an exterior gasoline filler cap. However, this could solely be opened with a key on the again, making it much less…..accessible.

Performance and Riding

Now if I’ve to cease with the nitpicking, let me come to the scooter’s journey high quality and efficiency and that’s precisely the place the Access 125 impressed us. So beginning with the engine, the Access 125 is powered by the identical 110-cc engine that’s now BS-VI compliant and options gasoline injection. It produces 0.2Nm lesser torque than earlier than, which is barely noticeable. The lower in torque has not affected the efficiency in any manner and the Access nonetheless continues to be one of many peppiest choices within the phase. It manages to rapidly climb until 65 kmph with a surge of energy however runs out of breath after it.

The suspension within the new model is carried ahead from the BS-IV model and is ready on a stiffer aspect, buying and selling consolation for a extra secure and planted journey. Like the suspension, the brakes too have been taken from the earlier model and returns good suggestions and really feel.

So has the Access modified in any respect, is it nonetheless the identical scooter that Indians have adored for greater than a decade. I’d say sure, in truth, the deal is far sweeter particularly with the addition of gasoline injection. Also, at 6000 rs the Access 125 has acquired one of many least value hikes amongst its rivals. Hence, I’m comfortable to report that the best recipe for the Access 125 stays untouched.​

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