The Suzuki Access 125 recently got a thorough makeover and we have been able to put the scooter through our instrumented tests. Here are the mileage numbers we got during that period.
Suzuki Access 125 real-world fuel efficiency
Access managed 52.40kpl in the city, 58kpl out on the highway
As is our custom, we began by running the Access out on the highway for a little over 50km, after which it needed 0.96 litres of fuel to be brimmed again, thereby returning a respectable 58kpl. Then we proceeded to the concrete jungle that is Mumbai, where we ran the scooter for just under 50km, after which it needed a similar 0.95kpl to be topped up again, thus giving us a mileage figure of 52.40kpl.
Suzuki Access 125 fuel economy analysis
Engine is zippy and you never need to wring the throttle to make progress
The 2025 Access uses the same engine as before but has seen some big changes internally, such as a new crankshaft, new camshaft as well as new crankcases. This is likely due to the scooter now having to meet the stricter OBD-2B emission standards that come into effect on April 1.
Despite all these changes, the Access’ mill retains its zippy character and therefore, you never have to wring the throttle to make progress. Inside the city and out on the highway, this engine is relaxed and never feels strained thereby achieving these pretty respectable results.
That being said, Suzuki could have improved the Access’ fuel efficiency further by equipping the scooter with stop/start tech as seen on the Burgman. This would have paid dividends especially inside the city, which is where a lion’s share of Access owners will be spending their time.
Autocar India’s fuel-efficiency testing
Our fuel-efficiency testing routine starts by first brimming the tank and ensuring the scooter is running the manufacturer’s recommended tyre pressures. The scooter is then ridden on fixed city and highway routes, where we maintain pre-decided average speeds that best mimic real-world scenarios as well as keeping speed limits in mind. The payload on the scooters is kept constant by balancing rider weights and ballast, ensuring consistency across different vehicles and riders. At the end of the test cycle, the fuel tank is once again filled to the brim, giving us an accurate figure of how much fuel has been consumed against the trip meter reading.
