Suzuki Access125 / Swish125 ownership thread

[SparKot]

Re: Suzuki Access125 / Swish125 ownership thread

Updates (Access125 - Jun2010):

Engine Oil replaced : Motul Scooter LE 900ml (JASO MB)
Gear Oil replaced : Motul EP-90 Gear-Oil
Rear Brake Pads replaced : SGP ₹ 306, more expensive than Dio's(Activa's) non-asbestos type.

Bought :
Air Filter (₹ 91/-)
Air Filter Inlet Tube (₹ 145.5/-) this component fails me more than air-filter. This is the second replacement.

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2. The exhaust, the body is curved up and the exhaust pipe with chrome muffler looks out of place and points towards different direction.

Yes, they ought have redesigned the muffler; they retained it from the old-access.

4. Tall seat position, me being 5'11" its not a problem, but for shorter riders it wont be comfortable.

Women folk who ride access125 occasionally may find maneuvering it in bumper-bumper traffic little overwhelming. Fortunately they sedated the power-delivery in this model, made it more linear.

And share some pics please.

[JazWingrider]

Re: Suzuki Access125 / Swish125 ownership thread

Yes, they ought have redesigned the muffler; they retained it from the old-access.

I really dig the muffler on the Maestro Edge, something similiar would have been nice.

Women folk who ride access125 occasionally may find maneuvering it in bumper-bumper traffic little overwhelming. Fortunately they sedated the power-delivery in this model, made it more linear.

For me its actually an unfortunate move I would have really liked the original Access' power even if at the cost of FE.

And share some pics please.

I will as soon as I get on my lappy.
EDIT: Here are the pics. I am really loving the Suzuki Blue color, from certain distance it looks like black, in bright sunlight it has some shine to it and in shade it looks different all together.

[vishbike3]

Re: Suzuki Access125 / Swish125 ownership thread

Updates (Access125 - Jun2010):

Engine Oil replaced : Motul Scooter LE 900ml (JASO MB)
Gear Oil replaced : Motul EP-90 Gear-Oil
Rear Brake Pads replaced : SGP ₹ 306, more expensive than Dio's(Activa's) non-asbestos type.

Bought :
Air Filter (₹ 91/-)
Air Filter Inlet Tube (₹ 145.5/-) this component fails me more than air-filter. This is the second replacement.

Yes, they ought have redesigned the muffler; they retained it from the old-access.
Women folk who ride access125 occasionally may find maneuvering it in bumper-bumper traffic little overwhelming. Fortunately they sedated the power-delivery in this model, made it more linear.

And share some pics please.

Hi SparKot,

Can you please inform - which Suzuki ASC - you found reliable in Bangalore.

As I have a issue of white smoke - which as per ASC requries engine overhall ( change of almost all engine components - Rs 10-12k ) - can you recommend either a good ASC or a reliable mechanic for this work in Bangalore.

-Thanks in advance.

[ashwanth.r]

Re: Suzuki Access125 / Swish125 ownership thread

Bought :Air Filter (₹ 91/-) Air Filter Inlet Tube (₹ 145.5/-) this component fails me more than air-filter. This is the second replacement.

Welcome back after a long time! Air filter inlet tube is a known problem in Access - it cracks/breaks, no? How is your GS doing?

[SparKot]

Re: Suzuki Access125 / Swish125 ownership thread

ODO : 15k kms

Replaced Air-Filter and Air-Filter Inlet-Tube today. One of the screw's head of air-filter-cover was jammed! had a hard time unscrewing it. I've to buy 6 of those air-filter-cover screws.

Can you please inform - which Suzuki ASC - you found reliable in Bangalore.

As I have a issue of white smoke - which as per ASC requries engine overhall ( change of almost all engine components - Rs 10-12k ) - can you recommend either a good ASC or a reliable mechanic for this work in Bangalore.

I'm not sure, last time I serviced Access125 @SVC was four years back, my relative rammed it to a wall head on. It needed fork & other replacement that time.
Best mechanic you can come across is yourself. Coz, last mechanic who replaced air-filter inlet-tube misplaced one of the clamps. I've to buy those two tube-clamps.

If you decide to go with engine overhaul then you may want it done @SVC in your presence. Get back the old/replaced parts to fiddle with later on. Broken air-filter inlet-tube may be the major cause of engine wear.

Air filter inlet tube is a known problem in Access - it cracks/breaks, no?

Yes, it cracks at the foldings; suspension travel expands/compresses that tube.
Do you know any hack to prolong the lifespan of that tube?

[ashwanth.r]

Re: Suzuki Access125 / Swish125 ownership thread

Yes, it cracks at the foldings; suspension travel expands/compresses that tube.
Do you know any hack to prolong the lifespan of that tube?

One can plonk a K&N - but that will be more harmful than a broken hose. Suzuki should have fixed the issue in new Access, did you ask the SVC whether the new Access' hose can be fitted?

[vishbike3]

Re: Suzuki Access125 / Swish125 ownership thread

ODO : 15k kms

Replaced Air-Filter and Air-Filter Inlet-Tube today. One of the screw's head of air-filter-cover was jammed! had a hard time unscrewing it. I've to buy 6 of those air-filter-cover screws.


I'm not sure, last time I serviced Access125 @SVC was four years back, my relative rammed it to a wall head on. It needed fork & other replacement that time.
Best mechanic you can come across is yourself. Coz, last mechanic who replaced air-filter inlet-tube misplaced one of the clamps. I've to buy those two tube-clamps.

If you decide to go with engine overhaul then you may want it done @SVC in your presence. Get back the old/replaced parts to fiddle with later on. Broken air-filter inlet-tube may be the major cause of engine wear.



Yes, it cracks at the foldings; suspension travel expands/compresses that tube.
Do you know any hack to prolong the lifespan of that tube?

Thanks buddy , I do remember when they diagnosed the engine issue - the air-filter inlet-tube was having cracks and was replaced - now it seems more connected.

Regarding engine work in ASC - before want to get it done - wanted to understand the nuances of it - and way to avoid first level scams. So yes it would be helpful if I can find a bit reliable ASC.

@ xbhpians in Bangalore : Any reliable Suzuki ASC in Bangalore will be really helpful.

-Thanks

[kc_1602]

Re: Suzuki Access125 / Swish125 ownership thread

Is there a thread for the suzuki let's scooter?

[hd_hardikdesai]

Re: Suzuki Access125 / Swish125 ownership thread

I am about to book a black access 125 with disk break, I wanted to know that can we keep a full face helmet inside ?
And are the spare parts available readily?

[SparKot]

Re: Suzuki Access125 / Swish125 ownership thread

Is there a thread for the suzuki let's scooter?

Go ahead create a thread if you own a Let's.

I am about to book a black access 125 with disk break, I wanted to know that can we keep a full face helmet inside ?
And are the spare parts available readily?

Access125 sold over 25,000 last month (3L Activas were sold ;-))
Spares shouldn't be a problem.
I don't think you'll be able to fit bigger full-face helmets.

[hd_hardikdesai]

Re: Suzuki Access125 / Swish125 ownership thread

Access125 sold over 25,000 last month (3L Activas were sold ;-))
Spares shouldn't be a problem.
I don't think you'll be able to fit bigger full-face helmets.

But one of my friend scared me that you won't get parts of the scooter and the service is very bad. 😂
Why do friends always confuse more?
He is insisting me for hero/Honda only. Is he right?
Any access owner please comment on the above issue.
And the worst thing is that I personally know the service center owners of hero and Honda so service n perks are going to be there. but they way they Handle the scooters is a shame.
I just love the way access looks & pickup😍

[JazWingrider]

Re: Suzuki Access125 / Swish125 ownership thread

But one of my friend scared me that you won't get parts of the scooter and the service is very bad. 😂
Why do friends always confuse more?
He is insisting me for hero/Honda only. Is he right?
Any access owner please comment on the above issue.
And the worst thing is that I personally know the service center owners of hero and Honda so service n perks are going to be there. but they way they Handle the scooters is a shame.
I just love the way access looks & pickup😍

I have had 2 Hondas prior to my 2016 Access 125, with the first Uni the service was better as there weren't as many Hondas on road at that time, but when I got Trigger, the ASC went downhill. The experiences were very bad with their attitude towards customers.

Coming to Suzuki, the numbers with Access 125 and Gixxer are steadily growing, and there is every reason for Suzuki to continue the Access line, as the Access has been driving the sales for Suzuki, so there won't be any issue with regards to availability of authentic spares. Thing with mechanics that I observed is, they are after grey market spares from third party vendors as they are cheap to acquire and drive their customers towards the big 2 because the after market spares for these two are easily available.

Anyway, got my Access 125 serviced for the first time last week, the whole experience was good except the SA advised me for Teflon coating, which I declined, but he promised that the light scratches will vanish with the coating, I hesitantly agreed for the same. But when I went to pick up the scoot, the scratches were still there, upon asking they simply said: "The paint is gone saar, it cant be repaired" a small argument did occur, but for no use. Apart from this the whole experience was lot better compared to Honda's. Apart from the 300 charged for the fake Teflon coating (DuPont is no more producing Teflon), 270 was charged towards engine oil, oil filters and other consumables. The scoot feels quicker and smoother now, filled up the scooter and will calculate the FE with full tank method now.

[hd_hardikdesai]

Re: Suzuki Access125 / Swish125 ownership thread

I have had 2 Hondas prior to my 2016 Access 125, with the first Uni the service was better as there weren't as many Hondas on road at that time, but when I got Trigger, the ASC went downhill. The experiences were very bad with their attitude towards customers.

Coming to Suzuki, the numbers with Access 125 and Gixxer are steadily growing, and there is every reason for Suzuki to continue the Access line, as the Access has been driving the sales for Suzuki, so there won't be any issue with regards to availability of authentic spares. Thing with mechanics that I observed is, they are after grey market spares from third party vendors as they are cheap to acquire and drive their customers towards the big 2 because the after market spares for these two are easily available.

Anyway, got my Access 125 serviced for the first time last week, the whole experience was good except the SA advised me for Teflon coating, which I declined, but he promised that the light scratches will vanish with the coating, I hesitantly agreed for the same. But when I went to pick up the scoot, the scratches were still there, upon asking they simply said: "The paint is gone saar, it cant be repaired" a small argument did occur, but for no use. Apart from this the whole experience was lot better compared to Honda's. Apart from the 300 charged for the fake Teflon coating (DuPont is no more producing Teflon), 270 was charged towards engine oil, oil filters and other consumables. The scoot feels quicker and smoother now, filled up the scooter and will calculate the FE with full tank method now.

Great to hear that, I am doing my own research about that. Have spotted a few access in my building, will find out the owner and ask them about it. The only reason I don't want a Honda is its very common but If I buy Honda it will be only because of combi break Nothing else

[srinath2494]

Re: Suzuki Access125 / Swish125 ownership thread

Hi mates!

I own a suzuki - gixxer 155. I am also looking for a scooter now and I wish to continue my patronage with suzuki. I am not that much into the new access 125. I like the existing suzuki's design better. I want to know if they're going to introduce an all new suzuki swish 125 just like the recently launched all new access 125. Can anyone tell me if this is really going to happen as they updated the swish only last year. If yes, when? Can I wait? I want to make my purchase in November/ December.

Otherwise, I still want to go with the existing swish. I also like other smaller scoots like the Jupiter, Ray, Let's and Dio. If possible someone tell me how swish fares against all these in handling, city maneuverability and practicality. I guess swish as much as a Jupiter/ Activa and should be as easy as those two in the city.

Thank you.

[srinath2494]

Re: Suzuki Access125 / Swish125 ownership thread

Seems like a very lousy thread.

I really appreciate suzuki's customer service.

Two days ago I signed up for test ride on suzuki's website.

I got a call yesterday from Jains Suzuki, Chennai for a test ride. I went around 3 p.m today and took a really long test ride on both the drum and disc brake variants. I should say I'M SOLD.

I had previously thought of buying Jupiter for many convenient features. I had also ridden it. I had to adjust myself and it was difficult for me to find the right riding posture even though the space was ZYADA. I should say suzuki access 125 has the best riding posture for a tall guy like me who comes from owning geared motorcycles and is looking for a comfortable scoot.

Here's a gist of my experience -

Reached the showroom and asked for a test ride of access. I was allowed to ride both the disc and drum brake equipped vehicles. I was taken to their godown nearby and we took the drum brake access; WE - me and the showroom fellow.

First feel - *swears* looks heavy but it is the lightest full size scoot I've been on! So easy and light to bring it out rolling.

Engine started quickly and the bike was quite and smooth. First throttle twist was not scary at all. The scoot moved swiftly and I went off roading! The road from the godown was actually mud and sand! I was having a pillion and I could still feel the lightness of the vehicle! I started playing with it - left, right, left, right and it didn't skid a bit! Amazing grip on sand even with a pillion. The drum brake had great feel but took time to show it's power.

I went to main roads which were laid well. Total fun! Zipped through traffic and even the smallest of gaps I had not taken any two wheeler into. In service lanes, there were huge trucks and tempos coming against us and I had to turn in quickly into the littlest of the gaps available. Again the scoot was in total control! Easy U-turns with pillion! No heaviness! Amazingly short turning radius - JUPITER EAT THIS.

We went back to the godown and there was a disc brake access waiting for us, actually me. Looks like this was a newer scoot and felt more eager - prolly freshly taken out. The disc brake was like wood. I was like, 'I'm not buying this'. The showroom boy warned me to carefully use the front brake on sand and on turns. After a few metres, I realised that even though it lacked feel, it stopped the vehicle quicker than drum brake version. There's a feel to it but it's heavy. You can feel that on the footboard - like the front forks pushing against the footboard everytime you brake. Actually the discs were still in break in period. It worked on my return trip to the godown - I started pumping the lever and I could gradually feel it's working. When I hit the brake one last time to stop in front of the godown, it locked the front wheel. The tyres held their grip and I could hear and see the skid prints of the front tyre on the sandy road. I was glad it worked.

On both the variants I had immense fun with the rear drum brake. It was easy to lock and drift - fishtailing on sandy surfaces should be common. Couple disc brake with rear drum brake and you can feel safe and stop the scoot quickly even with a pillion.

Surprisingly, the suspension setup is amazing and the floor board doesn't scrape the ground when going on roads that looked in sand dunes. The rear is stiffer than front and it is for a reason. I experienced the plush ride when I was at the pillion seat. Talking about the seat!!! So spacious for the pillion even when I scoot back as far as possible! When I was the pillion, I could still seat a person behind me! Nice space! The comfort is also influenced by how you change throttle when the going gets tough. It's crisp and the feel is amazing. You wouldn't want to slow down.

The front tyre is bigger right so it feels light and also gives amazing feedback to the handlebar. I could sense every single thing I was rolling over with the bike.

The rear tyre is small and looks disproportionate in photos. Only in photos. In real both sync so well. I think they have made it small so that it doesn't affect pick up and as well gives the right feedback at the front.

What else can I say! It's super easy to flick, underseat fits my helmet and I'm ready to spend more than Rs. 60k on it! It's doesn't look girly in person and is a very premium looking scoot. People of any age can use it, just like vespa. All in all the dealer was very cooperative and I had fun. I will be buying it in november. One more suzuki to my garage. I'm a suzki patron officially.

To describe the scoot in short - She's a graceful and confident lady who is dressed slick and with whom you would want to go on multiple dates, to fancy dinners, to dance salsa/ tango or to the ball, just to finally marry her in the end! She is damn trustworthy to age with peacefully.

Just buy it guys! It's the best at the moment. I wish you all luck to get a perfectly manufactured piece and enjoy the reliability of the brand!

To tvs jupiter - I'm going to ride you one more time and it's the only chance to get me! I'm already sold to this comfortable scoot!

Edit - I forgot to mention how stable the scooter is. You can come to absolute standstill in traffic/ while parking and still have your legs on the floorboard for many a seconds.