Less than every week in the past, Aprilia revealed prices for the SXR 125 on its website. The 125cc SXR was anticipated to go on sale by now, however as a result of present situation, the official launch has been postponed. Aprilia has the specs for the SXR 125 listed on its web site, which is why we’ve determined to match them to these of its solely direct rival in India, the Suzuki Burgman Street.
Aprilia SXR 125 vs Suzuki Burgman Street: engine
Like the SXR 160, the SXR 125 shares its engine with its sportier sibling. While it makes 9.9hp and 9.7Nm on the SR 125, it places out 9.5hp and 9.2Nm on the SXR 125. The max energy figures and torque determine on the SXR are made at 7,600rpm and 6,250rpm, respectively, whereas the SR’s numbers are made at 7,700rpm and 6,000rpm.
The Suzuki Burgman Street, in the meantime, makes 8.7hp at 6,750rpm and 10Nm at 5,500rpm. While the SXR makes extra energy, the Burgman has a slight edge in relation to torque. Both engines are single-cylinders, air-cooled, fuel-injected, however the Aprilia has three valves per cylinder, whereas the Suzuki solely has two.
Aprilia SXR 125 vs Suzuki Burgman Street: chassis
Both, the Aprilia SXR 125 and Suzuki Burgman use a telescopic fork and monoshock for suspension. Where the variations are extra evident although, are in relation to the wheel and tyre sizes. The SXR 125 will get 12-inch wheels at each ends with large 120/70 part tyres. The Burgman, then again, has a 12-inch entrance wheel, however the rear is a smaller 10-inch unit. The tyres on it are additionally considerably narrower. The SXR has a for much longer wheelbase at 1,361mm, as in comparison with the Suzuki’s 1,265mm. The Aprilia can be barely longer and wider than the Suzuki.
| Specifications | ||
| Aprilia SXR 125 | Suzuki Burgman Street | |
| Engine | 124.45cc, air-cooled, single-cylinder | 124cc, air-cooled, single-cylinder |
| Power | 9.52hp at 7600rpm | 8.7hp at 6750rpm |
| Torque | 9.2Nm at 6250rpm | 10Nm at 5500rpm |
| Brakes (f/r) | Disc / Drum | Disc / Drum |
| Suspension (f/r) | Telescopic fork / Monoshock | Telescopic fork / Monoshock |
| Tyres (f/r) | 120/70-12 / 120/70-12 | 90/90-12 / 90/100-10 |
| Fuel capability | 7 litres | 5.5 litres |
| Wheelbase | 1,361mm | 1,265mm |
The Suzuki is way lighter at 110kg. While Aprilia hasn’t revealed the kerb weight determine for the SXR 125, it’s anticipated to be fairly just like the 160’s, at round 128kg. For reference, there’s no weight distinction between the SR160 and SR125.
Aprilia SXR 125 vs Suzuki Burgman Street: options
The SXR 125 and the Burgman Street use all-LED lighting. These maxi-style scooters are all about their practicality, which suggests storage areas are fairly essential. Not solely does the SXR get spacious underseat storage, nevertheless it additionally has a big lockable compartment within the apron. While the Burgman has wholesome underseat storage, it makes do with a pocket and small compartment within the apron.
Both scooters additionally function the prolonged footrests for the rider, however the Burgman has the extra spacious and usable ones. The similarities don’t finish there, each scooters even have windscreens, however neither options any adjustability. Lastly, each of them may also be had with full-digital instrument clusters, nevertheless it’s the Suzuki’s that is extra informative. The Aprilia has a barely bigger gasoline tank, at 7 litres, in comparison with 5.5 litres on the Suzuki.Â
Aprilia SXR 125 vs Suzuki Burgman Street: worth
While we’re nonetheless awaiting the official launch, the Aprilia India website has costs for the SXR 125 listed within the reserving part. The upcoming scooter has been priced at Rs 1,16,358. The Suzuki Burgman Street prices considerably much less at Rs 86,200.
We hope to match the Suzuki Burgman Street and Aprilia SXR 125 in the actual world as quickly as we get the prospect. Stay tuned to Autocar India for the comparability.
All costs, ex-showroom, Delhi.
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Aprilia SXR 160 review, test ride
