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Suzuki Swish 125 : Road Test
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The new Swish brings to the Suzuki platter all those things that the Access did not offer. Catering to a more youthful and stylish audience, is it good enough to compete with the Hondas?
Honda has completely ruled the scooter market in India with its ever popular Activa and Dio, and the segment has become synonymous with the brand. Suzuki has also had a short glimpse of success with its Access. With the launch of the Swish, Suzuki intends to get a bigger piece of the pie.
Style and looks:
The Japanese two-wheeler manufacturer touches new levels as far as the styling of the Swish is concerned. From the Access which looks more like a scooter for the mature audience, to the Swish, which hosts a much sportier and younger image, Suzuki has made sure that their new scooter’s design is fresh and youthful. The smooth flowing lines on the V-shaped front give it a gentle yet young stance which is definitely a good change from the rather bland looking Access.
The clear lens indicators, the arrow head shaped dual tone graphics at the front as well as on the side panels add to the beauty of Suzuki’s new offering. The tail section of the bike looks somewhat feminine but that doesn’t take any points away from the overall charm of the bike. As far as the build quality is concerned, the plastics feel upmarket and the Swish doesn’t give any reasons to complain. The only thing that it lacked to keep up with its stylish look and young feel is a digital speedometer.
Space and Comfort:
Riding posture is easy and relaxed. The height of the seat from the floorboard and the cushy seats make for a comfortable ride. One doesn’t have to reach out to the handle bars and it does not strain the arms even while riding through potholes. The seat is wide, soft and comfortable, not just for the rider but also for the pillion. The aluminium grab rail is large and easy for the pillion rider to hold on to. Under-seat storage space is optimum and at par with most competitors, but it is not big enough to hold a full sized helmet but a modular and half faced helmet can fit with ease. The seat opening mechanism is included in the ignition area is particularly convenient.
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sanjay sharma
i purchase swish one month before from ajmer but i am not satisfied because it is very much heated during driving also avg. is nearly 30-35km when icomplaint to dealer he donot give me satisfactory reply
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sakthi
what about millage how many km/litre
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Prateek
I was in a very big confusion between Activa n Swish but since now Activa has been given the HET technology...the mileage is improved to a insane 50 kmpl in the city!WAY better than swish's 35 :( Other things that go for Activa are:-Metal Body=Durable(Swish is all plastic)-Market Leader=Wider Network=Better Services(Suzuki is too slow n lazy considering that they have not even given the swish a proper market launch even though its been almost a year,no one knows swish man!)-The New Activa with HET is said to be a tad bit quicker than the previous one though it does little as iam leaving the swish which has a 125cc heart n is a the quickest scooter on the road)-The Activa Drum brakes are 130mm=Better Breaking Power(swish's 120mm)I KNOW ITS NEGLIGIBLE NEVERTHELESS AN ADVANTAGE! Now just so that I dont appear like a Honda agent,here are Swish's Advantages also!-125cc Engine=Greater Torque Greater Pulling Power Top Speed-QUICKEST ACCELERATION is its biggest advantage(really crazy pickup!)-Better Ground Clearence=No scrapping the underbelly over speed breakers and big rocks-Lightweight**So Iam going with the new Activa after researching for almost 6 months!I really liked the swish,It took Honda to make changes to the ever stagnant Activa (though its all inside),and the really poor service of suzuki to make my mind..suzuki guys should really take a reality check and improve their services in India.You just lost a potential customer who actually "thinks" before he buys
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Abhinav
this is the best scooty i have ever rided, i personally recommend every reader to go for Swish125
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Rajesh Bajaj
Despite of all features, it seems this SWISH is just for city life, failed to perform on highway particularly in rainy days. Add something on this vulnerability plz.
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