The maxi-scooters have now started gaining traction in the Indian market. Hitherto, we didn't have many options, save for the Suzuki Burgman Street 125. But now, Aprilia has launched not just one but two new maxi-scooters in the country. Just a few months ago, the bikemaker launched the Aprilia SXR 160 and recently its affordable offering, the SXR 125 too. So, in today's article, we have for you a specification-based comparison of the new 2021 Aprilia SXR 125 vs the Suzuki Burgman Street 125 BS6.
SXR 125 vs Burgman Street 125 - Looks and Colour Options
The new Aprilia SXR 125 and the Suzuki Burgman Street 125 BS6 are maxi-styled scooters. Both these gearless scooters get an all-LED headlamp and a LED taillamp, however, the SXR 125 gets a LED DRL too. Also, the aesthetic appeal of a product is a subjective choice but in general, both these scooters look really good. The SXR 125 is available in four colour options - Matt Blue, Matt Black, Glossy Red and Glossy White. Whereas, the Burgman Street 125 gets five colour shades. They are Metallic Matte Bordeaux Red, Matte Black, Matte Fibroin Grey, Pearl Suzuki Medium Blue and Pearl Mirage White.
SXR 125 vs Burgman Street 125 - Dimensions and Capacity
| Specification | Aprilia SXR 125 | Suzuki Burgman Street 125 |
| Length | 1963 mm | 1880 mm |
| Width | 803 mm | 715 mm |
| Height | 1205 mm | 1140 mm |
| Seat Height | 775 mm | 780 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1361 mm | 1265 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 160 mm | 160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 7-litres | 5.5-litres |
| Under Seat Storage | 21-litres | 21.5-litres |
| Weight | Not Available | 110 kgs (kerb weight) |
SXR 125 vs Burgman Street 125 - Engine and Transmission
The all-new Aprilia SXR 125 is powered by a BS6 compliant 124.45cc, single-cylinder, air-cooled, fuel-injected engine. This motor churns out 9.9 PS of power at 7700 RPM and 9.7 Nm of peak torque at 6000 RPM. The engine comes mated to a CVT. The Suzuki Burgman Street 125, on the other hand, is powered by a BS6 compliant 124cc, single-cylinder, air-cooled, fuel-injected engine. This motor churns out 8.7 PS of power at 6750 RPM and 10 Nm of peak torque at 5500 RPM and the engine comes mated to a CVT.
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SXR 125 vs Burgman Street 125 - Hardware and Features
Both these maxi-styled scooters get telescopic forks at the front and a mono-shock absorber at the rear. The braking duties on these gearless scooters are performed by a disc brake at the front and at the rear, they get a drum unit along with a combi brake system (CBS) as an additional safety aid. If we talk about features, so both these new scooters get an all-digital instrument cluster that comes loaded with a ton of information. Also, while Burgman gets Bluetooth as standard in top trim, it is available as an option with SXR.
2021 Aprilia SXR 125 vs Suzuki Burgman Street 125 BS6 - Price Comparison
The new 2021 Aprilia SXR 125 BS6 has been recently launched in India at Rs. 1.15 lakhs while the Suzuki Burgman Street 125 BS6 is priced from Rs. 82,700. All the prices stick to Ex-showroom Delhi. Thus, the Suzuki Burgman Street 125 is considerably much more affordable than the Aprilia SXR 125.
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So, this was our detailed specification-based comparison of the new 2021 Aprilia SXR 125 vs the Suzuki Burgman Street 125 BS6. Now, between these two maxi-styled scooters, which one will be your personal pick? Do feel free to share your thoughts and opinions with all of us in the comments section below. You can also join our 91Wheels Auto Enthusiast Telegram group (click via mobile to join) curated exclusively for the fans, enthusiasts and the owners. Further, subscribe to our YouTube channel for more such amazing motoring updates.
