Suzuki Access 125: All Variants Explained
Having to choose between as many as six variants can get confusing, so we clear things out for you
The Suzuki Access 125 has been a familiar sight on Indian roads for close to two decades. Its neutral styling, engine with enough grunt, and practical touches make it the best-selling 125cc scooter in India. Suzuki offers it in six variants: Standard, Special Edition, Ride Connect Edition, Ride Connect TFT Edition, Ride Connect ABS Edition, and the range-topping Ride Connect TFT ABS Edition. That's a lot of options for what is, underneath it all, the same scooter. So we've broken down exactly what separates them:
What's Different Across The Range
|
Feature |
Standard |
Special Edition |
Ride Connect Edition |
Ride Connect TFT Edition |
Ride Connect ABS Edition |
Ride Connect TFT ABS Edition |
|
Price (Ex-showroom, Delhi) |
Rs 82,185 |
Rs 88,627 |
Rs 90,727 |
Rs 93,877 |
Rs 97,030 |
Rs 1,02,279 |
|
Wheels |
Steel |
Alloy |
Alloy |
Alloy |
Alloy |
Alloy |
|
Front Brake |
Drum |
Disc |
Disc |
Disc |
Disc |
Disc |
|
Safety |
CBS |
CBS |
CBS |
CBS |
Single-channel ABS |
Single-channel ABS |
|
Instrument Console |
LCD |
LCD |
Bluetooth-enabled LCD |
Bluetooth-enabled TFT |
Bluetooth-enabled LCD |
Bluetooth-enabled TFT |
|
Bluetooth Connectivity |
No |
No |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
|
Navigation Support |
No |
No |
No |
Turn-by-turn Navigation |
No |
Turn-by-turn Navigation |
|
Colour Options |
3 |
4 |
5 |
5 |
5 |
5 |
The wheels and front brake are the first real split. The Standard variant gets steel wheels with a drum brake up front. Given the peppy nature of the engine, we’d definitely recommend the variants with a disc brake, or even better, ABS. We have dedicated explainers for both the Ride Connect Edition and the Ride Connect TFT Edition.
Colour availability changes across the range, with a few shades shared between variants and some exclusive to the higher trims. The Standard and Special Edition get a basic digital display with no phone connection. The Ride Connect variants add Bluetooth pairing, with turn-by-turn navigation. The TFT versions get a nicer-looking colour screen, while other bits are the same, including turn-by-turn navigation.
What Doesn't Change
No matter which variant you pick, you're getting the same 124cc, air-cooled engine making 8.6PS at 6,500rpm and 10.2Nm at 5,000rpm, paired with the same CVT gearbox. So the way the scooter accelerates (it is delightfully peppy) and rides feels identical across the board; only the equipment around it changes. We’ve explained all the equipment and features in detail.
Suspension is shared too: a telescopic front fork and a swingarm at the rear, and every variant gets the same 24.4-litre under-seat storage, LED headlamp, LED tail lamp, and 5.3-litre fuel tank. Front and rear tyre sizes don't change either, so tyre replacement costs stay the same whichever trim you own. Check our frame-by-frame explainer for a visual breakdown.
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If you're buying purely on budget, the Special Edition offers all the essentials as it is just one step above the base variant, and gets a front disc, which is a crucial addition. If you have more to spare, then we’d recommend the Ride Connect ABS Edition as it offers the best value when it comes to useful safety and convenience features.
Suzuki Access 125 User Reviews
I chose by watching reviews and my friends also using it. I have a good openion on this scooty about mileage and safety. I asked many people about the review and found this is the best scooty for family. As of now very positive and very good. Good mileage and good for long distance ride. It is the best and safe. No back pain and no jerking. We can ride very safely and very comfortable. We can easily ride on Ghat roads also. It is suitable for both family and solo use also. People who go to college and office daily can buy this. Great comfort for family people with lots of joy. Mileage is good and very safe. Anyone can buy this scooty. Read More
As being an adult, I needed a vehicle to commute to places, I had to select a scooter for house chores and personal uses. I took advice from many people, used AI for comparisons, took reviews, test rides and then selected it as a final decision. So far the ride is comfortable, we can ride for hours without getting back pain or anything, with a good mileage receiving at a petrol scooter, I have no tension about how much I ride on daily basis, the handling, brakes, tyres and suspension are all best. A family person or a new adult should purchase it or as a first two wheeler owner too. You can purchase it. I would surely recommend to you. I will take guarantee of u not regretting getting this scooter.Read More
Suzuki provide smooth engine, sound like angry beast, in 2013 we purchase 1st access 125 still in working with 42000 km so smooth, so trusted product and now new refresh with engine changes. Best in class. Comfortable but a manufacturing defect in chassis handle is tilt left side seat is right side alinement issue, Even if you try to explain it, the service center staff still won't understand. Only a true rider or a Japanese engineer could grasp this. Yes sure look premium, suspension doesn't flex when pillion sit on it, confidant or stable ride with pillion, I have ridden it for 200 km in one day no issue, no power leg smooth steady ride easy ride.Read More
Looking good, comfortable with trending features like bluetooth connection, side stand features with beautiful design and comfortable riding. Length of seat is good enough, good for ladies light weight and easy to handle in traffic. Good breaking system front side rack for charging phone or carry things all features, as public want so this is good scooter for all type of citizen.Read More
Efficiency. The way access 125 performance is outrageous. Price to efficiency ratio is best. You can expect great performance in this price segment. Strong build, you can always rely on it and has great pickup as well. Cool, It's comfy, easy to handle. Best for beginners. If you're someone who has just learnt to ride bikes this one is gonna be best to handle. Unlike other 2 wheelers this won't give you issues with handling Definitely yes with its complete performance and power, build this can be a go to monster. Access 125 is the most common scooty in cities and now be introduced to rural areas can be a real game changing deal.Read More