Honda Activa 125 [2016-2017] vs TVS Ntorq 125

There are some among us who do not appreciate the modern scooter, and this is morally unfair. Scooters have an ease of use that can hardly be matched by other means of transport. Their small size means you can go places and sneak through traffic in a way you dare not try in a four wheeler or even a full-size motorcycle. Best of all, you can light up those puny wheels all day long using a fraction of the fuel that a four wheeler consumes. For us Indians, what defines a scooter better than the Activa: Honda’s proven automatic model which has been eclipsing all its rivals for the best part of the past decade. Now, in a move that can only be described as a logical step up for its 110cc model, Honda has forayed into the now-burgeoning 125cc scooter segment with the new Activa 125.      After my experience with the scooter, I can certainly conclude one thing: the Activa 125 is an impressive machine. And while that may not be the greatest story lead ever written, ‘impressive’ sums up this 125cc scooter very well. 

Looking at the Ntorq’s success, Suzuki too has attempted to emulate TVS by bringing its own 125cc sporty scooter, the Avenis 125. So, how much has Suzuki succeeded in doing that?

TVS Motor Company has announced the launch of the 2021 Ntorq 125 Race XP which is by far the most powerful variant of the 125cc scooter. We tested the scooter in various riding conditions to bring you a detailed road test review.

After using the TVS Ntorq mostly in the city confines, it was time to take it out on the open highway to see if it still manages to impress us. 

Hero MotoCorp has finally entered the world of electric vehicles through its new brand – Vida. Vida isn’t a new company. It is a brand with a separate identity from Hero's, but all its sales and performance will be tracked under Hero MotoCorp