Aprilia began taking bookings for the upcoming SXR 125 earlier this month for a token amount of Rs. 5,000. While the company has not launched the scooter officially, the ex-showroom price is mentioned on the company's website, should you want to book a scooter. The Aprilia SXR 125 is priced at Rs. 114,994 (ex-showroom, Pune) and Rs. 116,358 (ex-showroom, Delhi). Based on the SXR 160, the SXR 125 scooter maxi-scooter inspired styling as well. The launch of the scooter is likely to be delayed owing to the tough situation in the country due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The SXR 125 is about Rs. 11,000 cheaper than the SXR 160.
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(The styling of the SXR 125 is very similar to that of the SXR 160)
The new Aprilia SXR 125 gets the same BS6 compliant 125 cc single-cylinder engine that currently does duty on the SR 125 and the Storm 125. The three-valve motor is fuel injected and is currently tuned to make 9.4 bhp at 7,600 rpm and the peak torque output is rated at 9.2 Nm at 6,250 rpm. The engine is paired to a CVT gearbox.
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(The Aprilia SXR 1254 gets the same engine as the SR 125)
In terms of features, Piaggio India says that the new Aprilia SXR 125 gets wrap-around LED headlights, LED taillights, fully digital instrument console, optional Bluetooth mobile connectivity, a bigger and comfortable seat and signature Aprilia graphics. The scooter is available in four colour options which are Blue, Black, White and Red. The scooter gets a 200 mm disc up front along with a 140 mm drum brake at the rear. CBS or combined braking system comes as a standard fitment. It gets a fuel tank capacity of 7 litres. Up front, the scooter gets hydraulic telescopic suspension while the rear gets a monoshock.
In India, it will go up against the likes of the Suzuki Burgman Street 125 and the TVS NTorq 125 scooters.
