2016 Auto Expo: Suzuki unveils the new 125cc Access

Suzuki Motorcycles India Limited enjoyed a healthy chunk of the 125cc scooter market share but with the launch of the Honda’s Activa 125, the sales took a downward turn. So to liven things up and in the hope to gain back its market share, Suzuki has unveiled the new Access 125 at the 2016 Auto Expo. The scooter is a mid-life facelift rather than a generation change, but the design has been revamped all around.

The scooter now features a larger redesigned headlamp which gives the scooter a slightly retro appeal. The indicators have been redesigned as well along with the side panels. The taillamp cluster is also new and comes with a wraparound styling and LED brake light flanked by clear indicators.

Mechanically the scooter remains identical to the outgoing model. It still employs the 125cc single cylinder motor producing 9PS of max power and 10Nm of peak torque. That said, Suzuki has fiddled with the engine to reduce frictional losses by introducing its SEP or Suzuki Eco Performance technology to improve fuel efficiency and performance. The engine is mated to a CVT gearbox and the scooter features telescopic forks up front. Though in place of the 120mm drum brakes up front, Suzuki has introduced a disc brake up front as part of optional equipment.

The new Suzuki Access will go on sale in the country from April 2016 onwards.