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**The Monk** · 06-06-2016, 05:40 PM

Re: Selling my FZS to buy Jupiter -.. Is this a good decision?

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A scooter is a good idea if you are getting it to be used by you and your wife. Both the Activa and Jupiter are good products and you won't go wrong with either.

Riding that considerable distance in traffic might be easier on in the sense you don't have to worry about gear, clutch, only the brakes. Saddle comfort is a personal preference.

**Ankey** · 06-06-2016, 05:56 PM

Re: Selling my FZS to buy Jupiter -.. Is this a good decision?

In bumper to bumper traffic, a gearless scooter is a boon to ride. No clutch, no pain in wrists.
Buying the scoots also adds the usage, as your wife too can use it. Moreover the ability to carry luggage increases. You have place to keep your things in the front or under the seat storage. No back pains and more comfortable seat than bikes is always a plus.
So all in all getting a gearless scooter makes all the sense. The only thing you will not get is mileage. It will be around 45 if you have open roads and around 40 in stop and go traffic.
Both the shortlisted scoots are good. take test rides and choose the one that suits you the best.

**Nidin** · 06-06-2016, 07:09 PM

Re: Selling my FZS to buy Jupiter -.. Is this a good decision?

Hi [MENTION=58423]cvijaysanthoshreddy[/MENTION],

Choosing between bike and scooter is personal choice. My suggestion is if your budget allows, Go for Jupiter or Activa as you mentioned your wife also can use. Sell your FZ later when you think it is not really required.

Thanks.
Nidin

**cvijaysanthoshreddy** · 06-06-2016, 10:46 PM

Re: Selling my FZS to buy Jupiter -.. Is this a good decision?

Originally posted by The Monk View Post

Query Approved

A scooter is a good idea if you are getting it to be used by you and your wife. Both the Activa and Jupiter are good products and you won't go wrong with either.

Riding that considerable distance in traffic might be easier on in the sense you don't have to worry about gear, clutch, only the brakes. Saddle comfort is a personal preference.

Thank you for Approving thread.

Thank you for the advise. I am more concerned about getting backache for travelling such long distance everyday. I hope Scooter(Jupiter or Activa) should not cause that issue?

Thanks
C Santhosh

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Originally posted by Ankey View Post

In bumper to bumper traffic, a gearless scooter is a boon to ride. No clutch, no pain in wrists.
Buying the scoots also adds the usage, as your wife too can use it. Moreover the ability to carry luggage increases. You have place to keep your things in the front or under the seat storage. No back pains and more comfortable seat than bikes is always a plus.
So all in all getting a gearless scooter makes all the sense. The only thing you will not get is mileage. It will be around 45 if you have open roads and around 40 in stop and go traffic.
Both the shortlisted scoots are good. take test rides and choose the one that suits you the best.

Thank you for the valuable suggestions bro. Yup I will take all those as pros on buying Scooter. If you can answer for one more question. How about braking? Will it be as confident as in a Bike? If not at least 75% of it?

Since I just test drove them, I am unable to conclude on it. One more thing I do notice is, instead of speeding at 60 in FZ, it is safer to speed at 45 in Scooter. Is that correct?

Thanks
C Santhosh

**Sherl** · 06-07-2016, 10:42 AM

Re: Selling my FZS to buy Jupiter -.. Is this a good decision?

Originally posted by cvijaysanthoshreddy View Post

Thank you for Approving thread.

Thank you for the advise. I am more concerned about getting backache for travelling such long distance everyday. I hope Scooter(Jupiter or Activa) should not cause that issue?

Thanks
C Santhosh

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Thank you for the valuable suggestions bro. Yup I will take all those as pros on buying Scooter. If you can answer for one more question. How about braking? Will it be as confident as in a Bike? If not at least 75% of it?

Since I just test drove them, I am unable to conclude on it. One more thing I do notice is, instead of speeding at 60 in FZ, it is safer to speed at 45 in Scooter. Is that correct?

Thanks
C Santhosh

Engine braking is absent in Scooter though you are not going to race. Disc are boon in city's atleast where someone will jump before you in no time. You can keep FZ and scooter and if you feel one is not required you can sell the other.
Swap your bike with someone for a week if you feel so you want to experiment with the concept. Not all scooters will give you the same brand in given model, they vary as much as 10kms depending on run-in. I'm less confident when I dry scooter because of they being not heavy. Good luck.

**JS16** · 06-07-2016, 01:21 PM

Re: Selling my FZS to buy Jupiter -.. Is this a good decision?

Stick to a bike mate. I used to do 70-75kms daily on a Suzuki Access and trust me its more painful than a bike. Yes you will have backache for sure. Another reason is the small tank capacity they have. Every 2nd day you'll need to visit the petrol station which is infact very irritating.
Jupiter is a good scooter & so is the activa, but FZ is much better in this case.

**Ankey** · 06-07-2016, 03:16 PM

Re: Selling my FZS to buy Jupiter -.. Is this a good decision?

Originally posted by cvijaysanthoshreddy View Post

Thank you for the valuable suggestions bro. Yup I will take all those as pros on buying Scooter. If you can answer for one more question. How about braking? Will it be as confident as in a Bike? If not at least 75% of it?

Since I just test drove them, I am unable to conclude on it. One more thing I do notice is, instead of speeding at 60 in FZ, it is safer to speed at 45 in Scooter. Is that correct?

Thanks
C Santhosh

Braking in scooters is about 70-80% of the bike. despite being the drums, the brakes do a good job in shedding the speed, what do not work is small tires. they tend to lose grip quickly in rains, sludge, sand etc. So even if the brakes are good, it is not advisable to speed on a scoot.
But you can easily manage 60+, no problems at all. anything over 60-65, is a bit risky.
So if you usually ride at around 55-60 kmph, you won't have any problems whatsoever.

**ZMAtic** · 06-07-2016, 05:12 PM

Re: Selling my FZS to buy Jupiter -.. Is this a good decision?

Honestly two different segments actually.. Scoots are no fun on Highways... or two up for that matter.. would advise buying a used Jupiter for 60% of original cost....

That said, I own a Jupiter and happy with it... family wanted Honda but I wanted an indian company to get rich

**sambit** · 06-07-2016, 08:53 PM

Re: Selling my FZS to buy Jupiter -.. Is this a good decision?

My advice is- Keep the FZ, get a used Jupiter. It is an exceptional scooter. I am literally thrashing it since last 18k kms, its rock solid. The shock absorbers are best in its class and extremely reliable. I have done many 50 kms to and fro rides, so long commutes arnt an issue here. You should see the roads(or off roads) in my area. :P . You can also look for used Wego(the new model, with digital speedo & Jupiter's engine). But sometimes if U want to do some speed cruising on highways, You will miss the FZ. Scooters arnt safe over 70 kmph.

**cvijaysanthoshreddy** · 09-20-2016, 01:49 PM

Re: Selling my FZS to buy Jupiter -.. Is this a good decision?

Hi All,

Sorry that I could not reply for months. Thanks a lot for everyone for your views. I am keeping the FZ and as suggested by some, I will buy a used Jupiter.

Thanks for the detailed information provided. Thanks a lot guys.

C Santhosh

**gr33nhorn** · 10-03-2016, 06:52 PM

Re: Selling my FZS to buy Jupiter -.. Is this a good decision?

have you had a look at the aprilia sr150

**cvijaysanthoshreddy** · 11-03-2016, 03:19 PM

Re: Selling my FZS to buy Jupiter -.. Is this a good decision?

Yeah I did. But currently enjoying ride with FZ itself. Thanks for the suggestion.

Originally posted by gr33nhorn View Post

have you had a look at the aprilia sr150

**Deathmate.Zed** · 11-03-2016, 06:53 PM

Re: Selling my FZS to buy Jupiter -.. Is this a good decision?

Originally posted by cvijaysanthoshreddy View Post

Yeah I did. But currently enjoying ride with FZ itself. Thanks for the suggestion.

Now that you have made the decision (and a good one at that), I would just like to add, keep the scooter for city errands and the wife. I have used the TVS Jupiter for an year for my commute of 52 kms daily and it is very hard on the back after sometime. And it takes a lot of time to reach the destination (compared to a bike) so the pain hurts even more. Also due to the Jupiter's main stand design, it hits very hard if you are not slow on speedbreakers/potholes. So just be a bit careful about that.

As of now I ride a Yamaha R3 for everyday commuting and I am quite happy with it.

**blackstallion76** · 11-05-2016, 01:47 AM

Re: Selling my FZS to buy Jupiter -.. Is this a good decision?

Mate,
I am in the same dilemma since last 5-6 months. I have CBZ Xtreme which i want to sell and buy Jupiter for office commute & weekend chores.
But, it will be used by me only. Actually looking for more space than bike.
The cushion & plush ride is bike is pretty good. Riding since last 4yrs and no back pain till now. And more confident on highways/city.

Sore point is the resale of bike is less and i am hesitant to sell cheap. WIll have to look for Used Wego/Jupiter.
Also, for some reason mechanics suggest me to not buy Access and stick to bike or Jupiter/Activa. Not sure why.

Very impressed with Aprilia 150. Still thinking....

Sorry to hijack your thread.

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