Suzuki Burgman has showed that scooters too can have enough power and luxury. It is not a new launch per se, since Suzuki Burgman is already available in several developed markets for quite some time. It is considered as a super scooter with engines having a displacement of up to 650 cc.
Bigger plans in store?
For India, Suzuki has played safe by introducing a smaller scooter - a 125 cc maxi-scooter. Not the original Burgman, but a smaller version that is inspired by the big one - Burgman Street. If it becomes a success, bigger versions could hit the roads soon. And if it becomes a bigger success, even the 650 cc version could come to India. Hence, the success of just one model could change the scooter market in India.
Stiff fight on cards
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The 125 cc segment is where all the action is happening, so much so that within the span of a year, four models have been launched. It is in these tough conditions that Suzuki Burgman is entering the market, that too without any concern. This is the second maxi-scooter that is launched here after Kinetic Blaze that could not make any impact in the market.
Terrific looks
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Burgman Street is based on Suzuki's best-selling scooter in India - Access 125. It is definitely a head turner and Suzuki is planning to cash in on its looks in a big way. Compared to traditional scooters, Burgman Street has a bigger body shell, large front apron and a tall windscreen. The LED headlamp and indicators are also proportionate with the larger body.
Much more than a scooter
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The scooter is equipped with a dual-tone side panel, telescopic front forks in the front and a monoshock unit at the rear. The seat offers a good riding position and comfortable longer rides. The scooter is 1,880 mm long, 675 mm wide, 1,140 mm tall and has a fuel tank capacity of 5.6 litres.
Enough room
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Burgman Street has enough space for riders as well as storage. The seat accommodates two persons comfortably. The under-seat storage capacity is 21.5 litres. Besides, it also has a two-litre glove compartment, and a storage rack that can accommodate a one-litre water bottle. The glove box also has a mobile-charging socket. The taillamp amplifies the beauty of the rear, while the chunky muffler cover gives the exhaust a sporty look.
Enough power, mileage
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The 124.3 cc, single-cylinder four-stroke engine borrowed from Access 125 makes 8.7 ps power at 7,000 rpm and 10.2 Nm of peak torque at 5,000 rpm. Suzuki claims a mileage of 60 kmpl. The power delivery is smooth like Access 125. The 110 kg vehicle can be easily handled, and ride comfort is also excellent.
High-tech
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Burgman Street is equipped with a multi-function key slot. It also gets a full digital instrument control, a first for any Suzuki here. The instrument control includes a speedometer, an odometer, two trip meters, a fuel gauge and a clock. Alloy wheels are standard for all variants, with disc brakes in the front.
Ex-showroom price - Rs 74,679
Test drive - Indel Suzuki 9072620020