The Honda Activa is a lightweight automatic scooter designed for daily commuters seeking reliable, fuel-efficient urban transportation. Powered by a 109cc four-stroke engine producing 8 HP, it delivers smooth performance and excellent maneuverability in congested city environments. Known for its dependability and low maintenance requirements, the Activa remains a popular choice for practical, everyday riding.
The 2026 Suzuki Burgman Street 125EX is an automatic scooter designed for urban commuters seeking practical, fuel-efficient mobility. Its 124cc liquid-cooled engine delivers smooth, reliable performance through congested city streets with minimal maintenance. Known for its comfortable seating, storage capacity, and easy-to-ride nature, it suits riders of all experience levels prioritizing convenience and economy.
Both are scooters, so this is a like-for-like choice.
2026 Honda Activa: A no-fuss urban commuter for short city trips, errands and daily transport. Excellent fuel economy and light weight suit stop-and-go traffic.
2026 Suzuki Burgman Street 125EX: Built purely for short commutes and urban errands rather than performance or long-distance riding.
Verdict: Choose the 2026 Honda Activa if you want lighter weight. Check the full table below for every figure, and the size comparison for fit.
| Specification | 2026 Honda Activa | 2026 Suzuki Burgman Street 125EX |
|---|---|---|
| Other | ||
| Category | Scooter | Scooter |
| Color Options | Black, Gold | Pearl Moon Stone Grey, Metallic Matt Black, Pearl Mirage White |
| Comments | Also called Honda Activa 6G. Sold in India. | USB outlet. |
| Carrying capacity | - | Underseat storage, 21.5L |
| Engine | ||
| Capacity: | 109.5 ccm (6.68 cubic inches) | 124.0 ccm (7.57 cubic inches) |
| Engine Type | Single, four-stroke | Single, four-stroke |
| Fuel Consumption | 1.80 litres/100 km (55.6 km/l or 130.68 mpg) | ✓1.70 litres/100 km (58.8 km/l or 138.36 mpg) |
| Bore x Stroke | 47.0 x 63.1 mm (1.9 x 2.5 inches) | 52.5 x 57.4 mm (2.1 x 2.3 inches) |
| Compression | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Cooling System | Air | Liquid |
| Fuel System | Injection | Injection |
| Starting | Electric & kick | Electric & kick |
| Ignition | CDI | CDI |
| Lubrication System | Dry sump | Wet Sump |
| Performance | ||
| Power | 7.9 HP (5.8 kW) @ 8000 RPM | ✓8.3 HP (6.3 kW) @ 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 9.1 Nm (0.9 kgf-m or 6.7 ft.lbs) @ 5500 RPM | ✓10.2 Nm (1.0 kgf-m or 7.5 ft.lbs) @ 5500 RPM |
| Power/Weight Ratio | 0.0767 HP/kg (dry) | 0.0741 HP/kg (dry) |
| Top Speed | 83.0 km/h (51.6 mph) | - |
| Chassis & suspension | ||
| Frame | Underbone | - |
| Front Suspension | Bottom Link with Spring Loaded Hydraulic Damper | Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped |
| Rear Suspension | Unit swing with Spring Loaded Hydraulic Damper | Swingarm type, coilspring, oildamped |
| Front Wheel Travel | 208 mm (8.2 inches) | 92 mm (3.6 inches) |
| Rear Wheel Travel | 231 mm (9.1 inches) | 83 mm (3.3 inches) |
| Ground Clearance | 145 mm (5.7 inches) | 160 mm (6.3 inches) |
| Transmission | ||
| Gearbox | 5-speed | - |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Final Drive | Belt | Belt |
| Clutch | CVT | Dry shoe, automatic, centrifugal type |
| Brakes & wheels | ||
| Front Brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) | Single disc. Combined braking system (CBS) |
| Front Brakes Diameter | 130 mm (5.1 inches) | - |
| Rear Brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Rear Brakes Diameter | 130 mm (5.1 inches) | - |
| Front Tyre | 90/100-10 | 90/90-12 |
| Rear Tyre | 90/100-10 | 90/100-10 |
| Dimensions & weight | ||
| Wheelbase | 1238 mm (48.7 inches) | 1285 mm (50.6 inches) |
| Overall Length | 1761 mm (69.3 inches) | 1905 mm (75.0 inches) |
| Overall Width | 710 mm (28.0 inches) | 700 mm (27.6 inches) |
| Overall Height | 1147 mm (45.2 inches) | 1140 mm (44.9 inches) |
| Seat Height | ✓764 mm (30.1 inches) | 775 mm (30.5 inches) |
| Dry weight | ✓103.0 kg (227.1 pounds) | 112.0 kg (246.9 pounds) |
| Wet Weight | ✓106.0 kg (233.7 pounds) | 114.0 kg (251.3 pounds) |
| Fuel Capacity | 5.30 litres (1.40 US gallons) | ✓5.50 litres (1.45 US gallons) |
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