I want to buy a scooter, as riding a bike daily feels hectic. I’m confused between a used 2013 Activa, which is quite cheap, a 5-year-old scooter around ₹50,000, or buying a new scooter on EMI. My budget is ₹50,000, and I’m unsure what to do.

Autocar India

•21w

We recommend buying a brand-new scooter for peace of mind and compatibility with today’s E20 petrol. A used scooter in your budget is unlikely to be E20-compatible and won’t be in as good condition as a new one. Among new scooters, our recommendations are the TVS Jupiter 110 or the Suzuki Access.

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Rushi

•3d

Hey there, I have booked a KTM Duke 250, which is expected to be delivered around mid-month. As a new rider with experience only on an Activa, should I wait for the upcoming 350 Duke or go ahead with the 250?

Autocar India

•5h

We would recommend you go ahead with the KTM 250 Duke purchase as your first bike. It will be an easier and friendlier machine to learn on. The upcoming 350 Duke will likely be similar in terms of its throttle response and power output to the 390 Duke, which will make it a much faster machine and thus less suited to a beginner.

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Leslie M

•1w

I am looking to buy a first scooter for my daughter, who is just learning to ride. She is around 4 ft 10 inches tall, and her expected monthly running will be approximately 300 km. We are open to both electric and petrol scooters. Could you please suggest the best options that are easy to handle, comfortable for shorter riders, and safe for beginners?

Autocar India

•5d

For a newer rider of shorter stature, we recommend the TVS Zest 110. With a low 760mm seat height and a light 103kg weight, it is one of the most approachable machines available today. More mainstream options, such as the Honda Activa, TVS Jupiter, and Suzuki Access, are also worth considering in the petrol scooter segment, provided your daughter is comfortable with their slightly heavier weight and taller seats.In the electric scooter space, take a look at the TVS Orbiter, which is like the Scooty Zest. It also has a low 760mm seat height, which will be friendly for a shorter and newer rider. The Orbiter comes with two battery capacities - 1.8kWh and 3.1kWh - and since your daily running is rather low, it would be advisable to go with the smaller battery pack. Similarly, the new Bajaj Chetak C2501 also has an approachable 763mm perch, and its lithe build will also give your daughter confidence.A test ride of these is essential to understand which machine your daughter finds easy to get along with. And you'll also need to decide whether you want a petrol-powered scooter or a battery-powered one.

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Dipak

Hi, I am planning to switch from my current petrol Honda Activa 110cc to an electric scooter. Could you please suggest a good brand/model that is easy to handle, not too heavy, has a reliable battery, and offers convenient charging with good availability? My daily usage is around 50–60 km in Mumbai city. My budget is approximately ₹1-1.25 lakh, but I can consider higher-range models if they are worth it.

Autocar India

•1d

Since you have a rather long daily commute, we'd recommend going with an electric scooter with a battery capacity of 3kWh or more. In that space, you have options like multiple variants of the TVS iQube and Bajaj Chetak models. Both are reliable, dependable, comfortable, practical and no-nonsense offerings that come from established companies. You can also look at the Ather Rizta, although in your budget, you'll probably only get the base S 2.9 variant, which has a slightly lower range than the other two, although it should still suffice for your needs. A test ride of these three is imperative before you make a decision.

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