Which scooter is better Aprilia SR 160 or Vespa SXL 125?

According to our average user rating, Vespa SXL 125 has a score of 4.0/5 while Aprilia SR 160 is rated 3.3/5.

Which scooter among Aprilia SR 160 and Vespa SXL 125 is cheaper?

Aprilia SR 160 is the cheapest among these scooters.

Which scooter between Aprilia SR 160 and Vespa SXL 125 has a better mileage?

Vespa SXL 125 (40 kmpl) has a better mileage than Aprilia SR 160 (35 kmpl).

Which scooter is heavier Aprilia SR 160 or Vespa SXL 125?

Aprilia SR 160 is heavier (118 kg) than Vespa SXL 125 (115 kg).

Aprilia SR 160 vs Vespa SXL 125

BikeWale brings you comparison of Aprilia SR 160 and Vespa SXL 125. The ex-showroom price of Aprilia SR 160 is ₹ 1,32,729 and Vespa SXL 125 is ₹ 1,35,714. Aprilia SR 160 is available in 1 colour and 3 variants and Vespa SXL 125 is available in 5 colours and 4 variants. Apart from prices, you can also find comparison of these bikes based on displacement, mileage, performance, and many more parameters. Comparison between these bikes have been carried out to help users make correct buying decision between Aprilia SR 160 and Vespa SXL 125.

SR 160 vs SXL 125 Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	SR 160	SXL 125
Price	₹ 1,32,729	₹ 1,35,714
Capacity	160.03 cc	124.45 cc
Power	11.11 bhp @ 7100 rpm	9.65 bhp @ 7400 rpm
Economy	35 kmpl	40 kmpl

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Specifications

Power & Performance


Displacement (cc) Engine displacement is the measure of the cylinder volume swept by the pistons of an internal combustion engine. It indicates the engine size.	160.03	124.45
Max Power	11.11 bhp @ 7,100 rpm	9.65 bhp @ 7,400 rpm
Max Torque	13.44 Nm @ 5,300 rpm	10.11 Nm @ 5,600 rpm
Mileage - ARAI (kmpl) ARAI certified fuel economy that has been tested under controlled conditions.	--	--
Mileage - Owner Reported (kmpl) This is the fuel economy registered by Bikewale followers.	35	40
Riding Range (Km) The total range that a vehicle can travel on a full tank of fuel.	210	296
Top Speed (Kmph) The maximum speed that a vehicle can achieve.	90	90
Transmission	Automatic	Automatic
Transmission Type The transmission type will tell the kind of transmission a two-wheeler has.	CVT	CVT
Gear Shifting Pattern Gear Shifting Pattern	Automatic	Automatic
Cylinders The number of cylinders that an engine features. Most two-wheelers sold in the Indian market feature a single-cylinder.	1	1
Bore (mm) Bore is the diameter of each cylinder.	58	52
Stroke (mm) Stroke indicates the number of engine cycles during which a piston travels from top to bottom.	60.6	58.6
Valves Per Cylinder Valves per cylinder indicate the intake (fuel) and outlet (exhaust of combustion gases) of an engine.	3	3
Compression Ratio A compression ratio suggests the degree to which the fuel mixture is compressed before ignition.	8.8:1	9.2:1
Ignition Ignition indicates to the type of starting system that a vehicle uses.	CDI	CDI
Spark Plugs (Per Cylinder) A spark plug is a device for firing the explosive mixture.	1	1
Cooling System The cooling system suggests the cooling mechanism that a motor uses. The types include air, oil, or liquid.	Air Cooled	Air Cooled
Clutch The clutch disengages or engages the engine from the transmission.	Automatic	Automatic
Fuel Delivery System	Fuel Injection	Fuel Injection
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres) The capacity of a vehicle to store fuel.	6	7.4
Reserve Fuel Capacity (litres) Reserve fuel is part of the main tank that is used when a vehicle is running low on petrol/diesel.	1.2	2
Emission Standard Emission standards indicate the output from the exhaust that is permissible in a country.	BS6	BS6
Fuel Type Fuel Type is the type of fuel that an engine uses to operate. The different types include petrol, diesel, electric, and ethanol among others.	Petrol	Petrol

Brakes, Wheels & Suspension


Front Suspension Front suspension usually includes telescopic forks.	Telescopic	Aircraft derived Single Side Arm Front Suspension with Anti-Dive Characteristics
Rear Suspension Rear suspension setup mostly uses a rear mono-shock.	Hydraulic Shock absorber with five position adjustable	Dual Effect hydraulic shock absorber with four position adjustable
Braking System Braking system is used to reduce the speed of the vehicle or bring it to a standstill.	Single Channel ABS	CBS
Front Brake Type Most vehicles feature a disc brake at the front although some commuter segment products come with a drum setup.	Disc	Disc
Front Brake Size (mm) Front brake size indicates the size of the disc or drum setup at the front wheel.	220	200
Rear Brake Type Most vehicles come with a drum brake setup at the back although higher spec models feature a disc brake at the rear.	Drum	Drum
Rear Brake Size (mm) Rear brake size indicates the size of the disc or drum setup at the front wheel.	140	140
Calliper Type	Dual Piston	--
Wheel Type Wheel types include two types - Wire-spoke and Alloy wheels.	Alloy	Alloy
Front Wheel Size (inch) Front wheel size indicates the diameter of the front wheel.	14	11
Rear Wheel Size (inch) Rear wheel size indicates the diameter of the rear wheel.	14	10
Front Tyre Size Front tyre size indicate the profile of the front tyre.	120/70 - 14	110/70 - 11
Rear Tyre Size Rear tyre size indicates the profile of the rear tyre.	120/70 - 14	120/70 - 10
Tyre Type Tyre types are divided into two - Tubeless and Tube Type.	Tubeless	Tubeless
Radial Tyres Radial tyres use steel belts that run at a 90-degree angle with the tread line.	No	No
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) (psi)	26	26
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) (psi)	29	29
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) (psi)	26	26
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) (psi)	32	32

Dimensions & Chassis


Kerb Weight (kg) Kerb weight of the motorcycle is the total weight of a vehicle that is ready for operation. It includes all standard equipment and necessary consumables.	118	115
Seat Height (mm) The seat height is the height of the rider's saddle from the ground.	780	770
Ground Clearance (mm) The ground clearance is the distance between the ground and the lowest point of a vehicle.	169	155
Overall Length (mm) Overall length of the vehicle is the total length of a two-wheeler from the front to the back.	1,985	1,770
Overall Width (mm) Total width of the vehicle.	806	690
Overall Height (mm) Overall height is the tallest point of a motorcycle, usually the mirror or the top of a windscreen.	1,261	1,140
Wheelbase (mm) The wheelbase is the distance between the front and the rear wheel.	1,365	1,290
Chassis Type The chassis type is the primary/main frame of a two-wheeler.	Tubular Chassis with Open Single Cradle	Monocoque Full Steel Body Construction

Manufacturer Warranty


Standard Warranty (Year)	5	5
Standard Warranty (Km)	60000	60000

features

Instrument Cluster


Odometer Odometer keeps the track of the total kilometres travelled by a vehicle in its lifetime.	Digital	Digital
Speedometer Speedometer gives an indication of the current speed at which a vehicle is travelling.	Digital	Semi Digital
Fuel Guage Fuel guage indicates the level of fuel available in the tank of a vehicle.	Yes	Yes
Digital Fuel Guage Digital fuel guage shows the information about the fuel level in a vehicle through a digital display.	Yes	Yes
Tachometer Tachometer shows the real-time reading of the revs per minute (RPM) at which the engine is operating.	No	No
Stand Alarm Stand alarm notifies the rider if the side stand of the vehicle is engaged. Some vehicles comes with a side stand cut-off feature that does not allow the motor to start until the side stand is lifted.	No	No
No. of Tripmeters No of tripmeters indicate the total number of trip meters that a vehicle's instrument cluster features. Usually, premium vehicles come with two trip meters, while budget two-wheelers feature a single trip meter.	2	2
Tripmeter Type Tripmeters are available in two type - analogue and digital. The analogue unit usually features a single trip meter while a digital display may come with two trip meters.	Digital	Digital
Low Fuel Indicator Low fuel indicator aims to remind the rider that the vehicle is running low on fuel, and it should be refueled soon.	Yes	Yes
Low Oil Indicator Low oil indicator is a warning light that indicates that the engine is running lower oil than required to operate.	No	No
Low Battery Indicator Low battery indicator suggests that the battery of the vehicle has lost a substantial amount of charge.	No	Yes
Clock Clock is used to display time through the instrument cluster. This feature comes in motorcycles with a digital display.	Yes	Yes
Battery Battery in a petrol-powered vehicle is used to support the self-start system, power the clock, and the USB charger.	5A 12V	5A 12V

Storage


Front storage box	No	No
Under seat storage	11 ltr	Yes

Mobile App Connectivity


Mobile App Connectivity Mobile App Connectivity connects the smartphone to the instrument cluster via Bluetooth to offer access to features such as incoming calls, messages, and music.	No	No

Light System


DRLs (Daytime running lights) Daytime Running Lights, as the name suggest, are the lights that stay ON when the main headlight is switched off. This feature makes a vehicle easily visible in the rear view mirror of other vehicles.	No	Yes
AHO (Automatic Headlight On) Automatic Headlight On feature keeps the main headlamp of the vehicle running all the time. This improves the visibility of a motorcycle/scooter in the rear-view mirror of vehicle ahead.	No	Yes
Shift Light Shift Light is an onboard indicator that suggests that the rider should go a gear higher. The shift light can be programmed on select motorcycles.	No	No
Headlight Type Headlight type indicates the type of headlamp a vehicle uses. Most vehicles come with a halogen headlight although LED headlights have started to become more common.	LED	LED
Brake/Tail Light Brake/taillight is used to warn the vehicle behind. The brake lights are turned ON when a rider pushes either (front/rear) of the brake levers.	LED	Halogen Bulb
Turn Signal Turn signal aims to indicate that the rider will turn his/her vehicle in a particular direction.	Halogen Bulb	Halogen Bulb
Pass Light Pass light is used to indicate that the rider plans to overtake the vehicle in front of it. The pass light indicates to the vehicle ahead.	Yes	No

GPS & Charging


GPS & Navigation GPS & Navigation function works via Bluetooth to deliver directions on the instrument cluster.	No	No
USB charging port A USB charging port can be used to charge devices on the go. The feature, which is either available as standard or via accessories, can come handy to recharge devices such as smartphones while riding a vehicle.	Yes	Yes

Switchgear


Start Type Start type indicates the type of starting mechanism a two-wheeler uses. Most two-wheelers today come with an electric starter, also known as self-starter. The vehicles also get a kick-starter, although the latter is not available in many premium motorcycles.	Kick and Electric	Kick and Electric
Killswitch Killswitch is used to turn off the engine without turning off the key.	No	No

Pillion Comfort


Stepped Seat In a stepped seat layout, the pillion seat is slightly taller than the rider seat.	No	No
Pillion Backrest Pillion backrest aims to enhance the passenger comfort. The backrest is usually seen on cruiser-style motorcycles although several top-box manufacturers add that feature to the storage box.	No	No
Pillion Grabrail A pillion grabrail can be used by a passenger to hold on to the motorcycle/scooter. The feature comes as standard on all two-wheelers with a passenger seat.	Yes	Yes
Pillion Seat Pillion seat allows the rider to carry a passenger on a two-wheeler. All two-wheelers come with a pillion seat although some bobber-style motorcycles like Jawa Perak do not get the feature.	Yes	Yes
Pillion Footrest Pillion footrest is a place where the passenger can rest his/her feet when travelling on a motorcycle.	Yes	Yes

Additional Features


Additional features	RPM Meter, Mileage indication, Average Speed Display, Top Speed Display	--

BikeWale's Take

Good Things
- 160cc motor is quite powerful
- CVT gearbox performs flawlessly
- Excellent handling
- Built quality is great
- Easy to handle
- CVT gearbox has been tuned really well
Could be better
- Suspension setup is too stiff
- Priced quite high
- Poor service reach
- Ride quality is stiff
- Limited service reach
- Asking price is too much