Honda Activa 125 vs TVS Jupiter 125: Which 125 cc scooter should you buy?

People are preferring scooters over motorcycles for their daily commutes. This is because they are more practical, comfortable, easier to ride and have relaxed ergonomics. However, some people want that extra oomph from their scooter which is why they consider a 125 cc scooter. The two most popular 125 cc scooters in the Indian market are TVS Jupiter 125 and Honda Activa 125. Here, is a comparison between the two scooters.

Honda Activa 125 vs TVS Jupiter 125: Looks

In terms of looks, the 125 cc versions of the Activa and the Jupiter are different from their 109 cc counterparts. This means that one should be able to tell whether it is a more powerful version of the scooter or not. However, still, the silhouette of both scooters is very similar to the standard versions. The Jupiter 125 does get chrome inserts which make it look more premium than the Activa 125.

Honda Activa 125 vs TVS Jupiter 125: Specs

Honda is using a 124 cc, single-cylinder engine for the Activa 125. It puts out 8.18 bhp of max power at 6,500 rpm and a peak torque output of 10.3 Nm at 5,000 rpm. On the other hand, Jupiter 125's 124.8 cc engine produces 8.04 bhp of peak power at 6,500 rpm and 10.5 Nm of peak torque at just 4,500 rpm.

Honda Activa 125 vs TVS Jupiter 125: Features

The Activa 125 comes with a silent starter, idling stop system, semi-digital instrument cluster with real-time mileage, average mileage and distance to empty, LED headlamp and side stand cut off. TVS has equipped the Jupiter 125 with an LED headlamp, diamond-cut alloy wheels, 33 litres of under-seat storage, a side stand cut off, a USB charger and a semi-digital instrument cluster with low fuel indicator, average fuel efficiency and distance to empty.

Honda Activa 125 vs TVS Jupiter 125: Price

The prices of the Activa 125 lie between ₹77,062 and ₹84,235 whereas the Jupiter 125 is priced between ₹82,825 and ₹89,625.

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