If your daily running is going to be quite less and infrequent, then getting a petrol-powered scooter will make more sense than an electric scooter. In this space, our top recommendations are the TVS Jupiter models, Suzuki Access and the Honda Activa models. To see which one suits your needs best, we'd recommend taking a test ride of all these machines. 

However, if you do decide to get an electric scooter, we'd advise you to get one of the lower variants of the Bajaj Chetak or the TVS iQube. These will have more than sufficient range for your short daily runs and will also be closer in price to an ICE scooter, thereby reducing the upfront cost you need to pay. In time, you should recoup that additional investment with the EV's lower running costs. 

Last year, there was a proposal to make ABS mandatory on all two-wheelers, not just those above 125cc. But so far, nothing has been confirmed by the authorities on whether it is actually going to be put into practice. Therefore, we'd recommend going ahead with your purchase of the TVS Ntorq 150 if ABS on your scooter is a must-have feature. 

That being said, the Suzuki Access is the more practical, spacious, comfortable and fuel-efficient scooter with adequate braking power and will be the better option for daily commuting. 

Since you have had such a good experience with TVS, you could stay within the company's fold and step up to something like an Ntorq 125 / 150. The Ntorq models pack in more performance - especially the 150. But it doesn't come at the expense of comfort or practicality, and they can easily be used on a day-to-day basis. 

However, if you want to stick to a family scooter, then you should look at options like the TVS Jupiter 125, Suzuki Access and the Honda Activa 125. Of the three, the Jupiter is the only one with the huge 33-litre underseat storage area - an unmatched USP - as well as 12-inch wheels at both ends, which will give you a more stable ride over rough roads. 

A test ride should help you decide which scooter is best for you. 

In the ICE scooter space, among the practical, family-centric offerings, consider the TVS Jupiter 110/125 and the Suzuki Access. Both have some of the best ride qualities on an Indian scooter and are quite fuel-efficient, spacious, and practical. If you want something quicker, then the TVS Ntorq 125 / 150 models are worth taking a look at because they blend peppy performance and everyday usability quite well. 

Since you have a pretty long commute, in the EV space, you should look at options like the Ather Rizta 3.7, Bajaj Chetak 35 models and TVS iQube 3.5 variants so you have enough range to tackle other things outside of your daily run. These EVs will be quite a bit more expensive to buy than the petrol-powered scooters listed above, but you will recoup the additional money with the low running costs. 

We'd recommend a test ride of these machines over all sorts of roads so you can decide for yourself which is the best option for you. 

Since you are dissatisfied with TVS' aftersales experience, we would recommend you take a look at scooters from Japanese brands. 

Options like the Suzuki Access, Honda Activa 110 / 125 and Yamaha RayZR / Fascino Hybrid models have cemented their reputation for reliability, easy spare parts availability (especially so for the Activa and Access) and low running costs. 

These scooters are also comfortable, practical and quite fuel efficient, so picking between them will boil down to which one you prefer personally. A test ride of all these should help you make a decision. 

Since you have had a bad experience with TVS recently, we'll recommend you take a look at the Suzuki Access, Honda Activa 110 / 125 models and the Yamaha Fascino / RayZR Hybrid. These Japanese scooters have an excellent reputation for reliability and are generally uncomplicated and inexpensive to service. 

We must mention that the current TVS Jupiter 110 / 125 are some of the most well-rounded scooters in our opinion, and should you be willing to look past your bad experience, these should serve you well. 

A test ride of all these options, as well as a chat with the service manager for these scooters. It will help paint a clearer picture and help you make an informed decision. 

In the family scooter segment, our current top picks are the Suzuki Access, TVS Jupiter 110 / 125 and Honda Activa 110 /125. All are smooth, decently comfortable and will be fuel efficient as well as reliable in the long run. 

If you want a sporty scooter, then the TVS Ntorq 125 is your best bet. Although its fuel economy will be a little lower than the others if it is ridden spiritedly. 

Take a test ride of all your preferred options before you decide. 

You are correct to be concerned about Aprilia's aftersales service as it is generally on the more expensive side, and the experience can also be hit / miss. Sticking with offerings from other brands like TVS, Yamaha and Suzuki would be our recommendation for a hassle-free ownership experience. 

Among your shortlisted options, the Jupiter, Ray ZR and Access are typical family scooters which will be comfortable, fuel-efficient and reliable in the long run. Our pick would be the Jupiter because it is the most rounded product, although the Access comes very close and is also noticeably quicker. 

Between the two sporty scooters, the TVS Ntorq makes for a better all-rounder because even though it is sporty, it doesn't sacrifice practicality or comfort. 

Take a test ride of all options you consider before making your purchase.