A powerful scooter. I have a DX and it has no extra(or I’d say unwanted) features. Simple yet elegant in design. I have been using it for about an year and half, regularly and sometimes rigorously in the Bangalore traffic. Touched 18k KM without any trouble and still going smooth. Did not get any major repair.
Talking about mileage we should keep in mind that it is 125 cc and the company(like any other company) just gives false claim on the mileage being 64kmpl. It just gives between 40 to 50 in city limits. Keeping the performance and pickup in mind I don’t complain on this. But the company should come transparent on mileage I think. For decent mileage keep the speed between 40 to 60kmph.
The scooter easily touches 75kmph without much vibration and the top speed I’ve touched is 90kmph.
As for comfort; mine is DX version which has non height adjustable seat. But the height is just perfect for average Indians. The seat is wide and comfortable enough for two person going on regular(or long) ride. Suspension too is decent(could’ve been little better in terms of absorbing) and strong which means it will take however big potholes with ease. This scooter is designed by Indian company and is meant for Indian roads.
The scooter has not given any major problem since purchase, never broke down, no battery problem and hence is extremely reliable for daily or even long rides.
The tyres are MRF tubeless. The scooter body is not so heavy for 125cc and gives good balance and road grip. Though the wheel is not alloy, but won’t matter much difference.
I didn’t like the orange color with some ordinary design on front. I chose regal red, which is simple and elegant. Plus with 125 the advantage is that the side mirror are fully painted ones and the front light border are chrome and not plastic black. The back light with Mahindra engraved looks beautiful and unique. The quick storage on the front is big advantage. The front LED lamp is graceful. Addition of protective guard added more chrome and elegance for the scooter. Just looks perfect for me!
Only negative I can say is(not related to scooter though) about the pathetic Mahindra service. I used to give my scooter for service in Whitefield branch. Not cooperative and they’re so negligent that once they fixed the rear break shoe in wrong alignment. Got it replaced anyhow. Mahindra should improve their sale strategy and service.
Conclusion: Apart from poor Mahindra service, otherwise Gusto 125 is the perfect scooter for Indian roads! I would recommend to go for it if you are looking for budget scooter with high performance and pickup.