TVS has finally filled the void in its scooter lineup with the launch of a 125cc family scooter called the Jupiter 125. We find out how it compares to competition like the Suzuki Access 125, Honda Activa 125, Yamaha Fascino 125 and the Hero Destini 125.
TVS Jupiter 125 vs rivals: engine
TVS Jupiter 125 | Suzuki Access 125 | Honda Activa 125 | Hero Destini 125 | Yamaha Fascino 125 | |
Engine | 124.8cc air-cooled, single-cylinder engine | 124cc air-cooled, single-cylinder engine | 124cc air-cooled, single-cylinder engine | 124.6cc air-cooled, single-cylinder engine | 125cc air-cooled, single-cylinder engine |
Power | 8.16hp at 6500rpm | 8.7hp at 6750rpm | 8.3hp at 6500rpm | 9.1hp at 7000rpm | 8.2hp at 6500rpm |
Torque | 10.5Nm at 4,500rpm | 10Nm at 5,500rpm | 10.3Nm at 5,000rpm | 10.4Nm at 5,500rpm | 10.3Nm at 5,000rpm |
Transmission | CVT | CVT | CVT | CVT | CVT |
TVS Jupiter 125 vs rivals: chassis
TVS Jupiter 125 | Suzuki Access 125 | Honda Activa 125 | Hero Destini 125 | Yamaha Fascino 125 | |
Kerb Weight | 108kg | 103kg | 111kg | 114kg | 99kg |
Wheelbase | 1275mm | 1265mm | 1260mm | 1245mm | 1280mm |
Brakes | 220mm disc/130mm drum | Disc/drum | 190mm disc | 130mm drum | 190mm disc/130mm drum |
Brakes | 130mm drum | Drum | 130mm drum | 130mm drum | Drum |
Suspension | Telescopic fork | Telescopic fork | Telescopic fork | Telescopic fork | Telescopic fork |
Suspension | Gas-charged monoshock | Monoshock | Monoshock | Monoshock | Monoshock |
Tyres | 90/90-12 | 90/90-12 | 90/90-12 | 90/100-10 | 90/90-12 |
Tyres | 90/90-12 | 90/100-10 | 90/100-10 | 90/100-10 | 110/90-12 |
Fuel Capacity | 5.1 litres | 5 litres | 5.3 litres | 5 litres | 5.2 litres |
The Hero Destini being the heaviest of the bunch– at 114kg – does mean it loses some of its horsepower advantage. It is a whole 15kg heavier than the lightest scooter here, the 99kg Yamaha Fascino 125. The Destini is also the only scooter here to miss out on a front disc brake, while the Jupiter offers the largest front disc of the bunch, at 220mm. The Yamaha and the TVS are the only two to roll on 12-inch wheels at both ends, though the Fascino offers a slightly wider rear tyre. The Jupiter fights back with a segment-first, gas-charged monoshock.
TVS Jupiter 125 vs rivals: verdict
TVS Jupiter 125 | Suzuki Access 125 | Honda Activa 125 | Hero Destini 125 | Yamaha Fascino 125 | |
Price | Rs 73,400 to 81,300 | Rs 73,400 to 78,800 | Rs 73,203 to 80,325 | Rs 70,400 to 75,900 | Rs 72,030 to 75,530 |
True to form, the Hero is the most affordable offering here, with the Destini starting at just Rs 70,400 and topping out at Rs 75,900. However, this is unsurprising, considering the lack of a front disc brake option. The not-so-powerful Fascino 125 is the next most affordable scooter here, while the TVS, Suzuki and Honda are quite evenly matched, both in terms of price as well as equipment.
However, the Access is the only scooter of the trio to feature Bluetooth connectivity at the moment, with the Jupiter set to receive it in the near future. The Activa boasts excellent refinement levels, an ACG starter and a stop-start system, while the Jupiter offers unparalleled underseat storage space and an apron-mounted fuel-filler. All three scooters have distinct USPs and a back-to-back road test will be the best way to pick the king of the ring.