The major problem among bike manufacturers is that they focus more on features than soaring prices. Honda Activa was not at all an overnight success. In fact, the key factor behind that milestone was an adequately priced product with an ample amount of punch. For now, someone who wants features can definitely go for a premium scooter but if talking about a person who simply wants a 125cc scooter. Well, there arrives a problem.
Hero Maestro Edge 125 has finally been updated with tons of features and a starting price tag of Rs.72,250 (ex-showroom, Delhi). The features may remain subjective but the pricing will again play a major role in defining Maestro’s success in the Indian market. Want to know more about it? Take a look at the details down below.
HIGHLIGHTS:
- 2021 Hero Maestro Edge 125 is now available at Rs.72,250.
- To be powered by a 9BHP, 124.6cc single-cylinder engine.
- Multiple styling and feature updates are there on the scooter.
New Hero Maestro Edge 125
Updates
Starting with the styling updates, the new scooter features a distinctive LED projector headlamp at the front. Interestingly, a new pair of wing mirrors, striking graphics, a revised headlamp area and several new shades are also a part of the MY2021. The fully digital instrument cluster has also been updated with smartphone connectivity via Bluetooth. To be precise, this feature brings the rider several alerts with turn-by-turn navigation as standard.
There’s also a Hero Connect App for the smartphone that further aids with information such as parking finder, track my vehicle, theft alert and trip analysis.
Engine
Powering the new Maestro Edge 125 is the same 124.6 cc single-cylinder engine. Putting in numbers, the overall output from the same stands at 9BHP and 10.4Nm of torque. As claimed by the brand, the new scooter is expected to return a mileage between 45kmph to 51kmpl (approx.).
Colour Schemes
Talking about the shades, the drum variant of the 2021 Maestro Edge features four of them including – Candy Blazing Red, Panther Black, Pearl Silver White and Matt Techno Blue. Coming to the disc variant, it gets all the four colours mentioned above. However, just to make it even more special, two additional shades including Prismatic Yellow and Prismatic Purple has also been added to the palette.
The Connected variant will only get the two additional colours available for the disc one.
Price List
| Variants | Price (ex-showroom, Delhi) |
| Drum | Rs.72,250 |
| Disc | Rs.76,500 |
| Connected | Rs.79.750 |
Alternatives
In India, the new Hero Maestro Edge 125 will rival some best selling scooters including Honda Activa 125, TVS Ntorq 125, Suzuki Access 125 and Yamaha Fascino 125. Want to learn more about the Suzuki Access 125? Take a look at the details down below.
Suzuki Access 125
Just like Honda Activa is the best seller in the 110cc segment. In a similar way, Suzuki Access is the highest selling scooter in the 125cc segment. At the heart, it gets a 124cc single-cylinder engine that propels a decent 8.7BHP and 10Nm of peak torque. As claimed by the brand, Suzuki Access returns a mileage of up to 52kmpl which makes it a decent ride for everyday purposes.
Specifications
| Suzuki Access 125 | |
| Engine | 124cc single-cylinder |
| Power | 8.7BHP |
| Torque | 10Nm |
| Key Highlights | · LED headlight
· Semi-digital instrument console · Smartphone connectivity · Turn-by-turn navigation |
| Price (Ex-showroom, Delhi) | Rs.72,600 to Rs.81,800 |