Yamaha Fascino 125 Hybrid Vs Honda Genio: Photo Comparison
125cc Indian scooter compared to its new 110cc Indonesian look-alike in images
125cc Indian scooter compared to its new 110cc Indonesian look-alike in images
Honda has just updated its Genio in the Indonesian market. The neo-retro scooter has received major updates and its styling elements are reminiscent of the Yamaha Fascino 125 FI Hybrid. So let's see how the Indonesian neo-retro scoot stacks up against our very own 125cc Yamaha.
Starting with the design, it’s evident that both scooters carry neo-retro styling. That said, the fascia of both the scooters look different. However, there are a few similar elements such as LED headlights and apron-mounted turn indicators. The Yamaha Fascino 125 Hybrid also gets an LED DRL which the Honda Genio misses out on.
The side profile of both the scooters look almost the same as they get a curvy side body panel, single-piece seat and a sleek rear grab handle. The Yamaha Fascino 125 Hybrid only gets a 'Fascino' badge and a few highlights on the side while the Honda Genio comes with full-fledged graphics.
The tail section of both the scooters is again curvaceous, and they feature an LED taillight. The Fascino 125 Hybrid gets rear turn indicators integrated with the tail light while the Genio gets them separately.
On the features front, the Fascino 125 Hybrid comes equipped with an idle stop/start system, a silent start, side stand engine cutoff, 21-litre under-seat storage space and a Bluetooth-enabled instrument cluster that can be paired to the smartphone via the Y-connect app. More importantly, it also gets a mild-hybrid system, a first in segment in India.
The Honda Genio, on the other hand, gets an idle stop/start system, an ACG motor for a silent start, apron-mounted USB charging port (right), 14-litre under-seat storage space and a fully digital dash that gets odometer, fuel gauge, eco indicator and illuminated Genio logo.
Powering the Fascino 125 Hybrid is a 125cc single-cylinder air-cooled engine that produces 8.2PS and 10.3Nm. This motor features mild-hybrid technology that claims to offer 16% better mileage than the previous model. The Honda Genio, on the other hand, draws power from a 110cc FI motor that puts out 9PS and 9.3Nm.
The ride of both the scooter is handled by a telescopic fork at the front and a monoshock at the rear. For braking, the Fascino 125 Hybrid uses drum brakes at both ends (for the drum variant) and disc-drum (for the disc variant). Meanwhile, the Honda Genio uses a disc-drum setup. Both the scooters also get a combined braking system (CBS).
Talking about the wheel size, the Yamaha rolls on 12-/10-inch alloy wheels whereas the Honda gets 12-inch alloys at both ends. The alloys on the Yamaha get curved spokes while the one on the Honda features a simple design.
The price of the Yamaha Fascino 125 Hybrid ranges from Rs 73,700 (Drum-Red) to Rs 82,530 (Disc - Matte Black SPL) (ex-showroom Delhi). The Honda, on the other hand, is available in two variants, CBS and CBS-ISS. The former is priced at IDR 18,050,000 (around Rs 96,000) while the latter costs IDR 18,650,000 (around Rs 99,000) (on-road Jakarta).
Moving to the conclusion, both scooters look stylish and are offered with modern features. However, the Honda Genio is unlikely to arrive in India anytime soon. If you are looking for a 110cc scooter in India, Honda Activa 6G, Hero Maestro Edge 110, and the TVS Jupiter are a few options that you can consider. And if you’re looking for a light weight, retro-style 125cc scooter, then the Yamaha Fascino 125 Fi Hybrid makes a strong case for itself.
Yamaha Fascino 125 Fi Hybrid (2019-2025) User Reviews
- one of the most easiest scooters overall
It is one of the smoothest and most nimble handling scooters available in the market with a strong competition it offers a very good accessibility for new riders as well as the friendly nature makes it easy to ride in everyday traffic. the positive thing of this scooter is the handling, it is very easy to handle in heavy traffic, even with travelling a small amount of household goods, also the smoothness of the vehicle, negative points will be it has stiff suspension and under seat fuel filling system which cannot be accessible to the most. yes the bike can be recommended to a new rider or who wants overall comfort, mileage and easy going nature if the scooter, also one must consider the pricing, though it falls in a premium segment the features are comparatively less, but has very strong points to balance out.
- Good driving with pillion .
Good driving with pillion. Nice pickup power, must maintain periodically without fail or it will issue its mileage and performance. Good option for daily based and long rides without much shivering of handels in the road. Boot space is limited in the front area in of the disadvantages, otherwise it’s a good to go option.
2 1 - FEEDBACK ON FASCINO 125
2025 January I have purchased this fascino 125 vehicle, very comfortable journey and nice experience while riding in this scooter but cost is little more expensive in my opinion. It would better if it can affordable at low budget. This is eco friendly vehicle. I have ride this vehicle almost 5,000 km very nice experience. I felt very easy to control, less weight easy to turn suddenly, good budget friendly vehicle, very smooth while riding no shaking or vibration. Yes, I will definitely recommend to my family, Relatives and friends. I'll constantly and frequently using this vehicle to my office and home and city commute, no worries it also good for long travel so no worries less maintenance charges.
5 7 - Review after 4 years of riding
For Looks and spacious, because of the hybrid system , bluetooth connectivity, other scooter have classy but i selected for over all features, other scooters does not offers many features at that time. Engine get noisy within 300 km if we have habbit of sudden throttling and habit of rash driving so bike must be handled slow and gradual increase in throttle then we wont get any noise,it will settle after several km of slow and steady throttling, speedometer wire get become faulty 6 months once , scooter will accelerate itself after 6 month because of some fault in accelerator wire at fist it will 10 km/h then if we did not fix it with mechanic it will gradually increase and go upto 40 km/h when we start the bike its act a cruise control but we need do unwanted breaking and loss in mileage, breaks must be periodically tightened other it will become loose, I do not have experience with other bike hence this is my first bike I do not have any experience with other scooters so I do not have knowledge and experience to comment about this , bike have good pickup once we reached a speed of 40 to 60 km per hour then we can over take anything without any lag , but at first 40 km we will feel rubber band effect .
1 6 - it can be a choice but not so good choice 😁
the speed meter wire is not up to the mark.. every pot hole feels like you got into it and the front wheel touches the protector so it makes noise. the real world mileage for an average driver would come down to 50kmpl. Not suitable for heavy weight drivers. Take it only if you like the design. should consider other options before you take it.
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