The Philippine small displacement scooter scene is one of the most competitive segments in the local motorcycle industry. Not only are small scooters more affordable — therefore more accessible to the general riding public — but they are also easier to use.

On that note, we take a look at the Suzuki Burgman Street 125 EX and the Honda Click 125, which are two of some of the more popular models in the category. By pitting them against each other, we’ll find out what model is exactly better.

Join us in this scooter scuffle.

Appearance

The Suzuki Burgman Street 125 EX is a scooter with an exterior design that leans more towards the modern classic look.

Befitting is its large headlight up at the front flanked by elegant-looking turn signals that are mounted to the flanks of the front fairing. Above the sexy panel is a windshield that seamlessly blend with the motorcycle’s overall look.

The front fender also gets reflectors on each side adding some level of safety and functionality to an otherwise simple component. Under which is an oil-damped, coil spring-equipped, telescopic front suspension with a 12-inch wheel and 90/90 tubeless tires.

To its sides are fairings that exude the same elegant style boasting the right amount of contours and semi-sharp lines for that classic scooter look. Here one will find its metal foot pegs, wide step board, as well as its tastefully-designed muffler.

At the back of the Suzuki Burgman Street 125 EX is a cluster of lights, a metal grab bar, a reflector, a plate holder, and a rear fender that hides an oil-damped swing arm-type suspension system and a 12-inch wheel with 100/80 tubeless tires.

Other notable features of the Suzuki Burgman Street 125 EX include its brown leather-like seats, brown inner fairings, and beautiful instrument panel.

As for the Honda Click 125, it offers a more aggressive sporty design starting with the front end. Here, one will easily notice its tapered fascia with its two-part headlamp. It also has two streaks of lights above the headlamp unit, which act as its turn signals.

Under its front fender is a telescopic front fork paired with a 14-inch cast wheel with 90/80 tubeless tires. It also has wavy disc brakes to aid the stopping of the Honda Click 125.

The side profile of the Honda Click 125 wears plenty of angular panels. They complement the motorbike’s wide step board, metal step bars, and sporty muffler.

At the rear, the Honda Click 125 gets a sharp-looking cluster of lights with the turn signal protruding on each side of the rear fender and number plate holder. On that note, the rear part of the Honda Click 125 showcases the scooter’s unit swing suspension with its 14-inch cast wheel wrapped in 100/80 tubeless tires.

Other notable features offered by the Honda Click 125 include its black grab bar, angular side mirrors, and digital instrument cluster.

Engine

Power for the Suzuki Burgman Street 125 EX comes from a 125 cubic centimeter (cc) powerplant connected to a continuously variable transmission (CVT). This setup produces as much as 8.4 horsepower with 10 Newton-meters (Nm) of torque.

As for the Honda Click 125, it makes 10.9 horses with 10.8Nm of pulling power, edging its competitor in this aspect. Nevertheless, it also packs a 125cc engine mated to a CVT.

Pricing

• Suzuki Burgman Street 125 EX: P92,400
• Honda Click 125: P80,900

Final thoughts

It’s not hard to understand why many motorcycle buyers often consider getting the Honda Click 125. Not only can it produce impressive power but it also has a more attractive price tag than the Suzuki Burgman Street 125 EX.

However, those who want a more classy ride might want to go for the more premium-looking scooter. Despite costing more, it offers its would-be owners a ride that will look good, especially in the city.

Photos from Suzuki and Honda

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