Aprilia brings back maxi scooter line with new SXR GT 125 and 175 models

Aprilia India has revived its maxi scooter family under the new SXR GT nameplate, with bookings now open for the SXR GT 175 and SXR GT 125 ahead of a formal launch. The updated lineup replaces the previous SXR series and features new hp-e family engines along with revised styling.

Styling and Design

The new SXR GT models keep the general shape and silhouette of the older SXR scooters, including the Italian design language, tri-pod LED headlights, tall windshield, and maxi scooter fairing. Aprilia has given the scooters bold graphics and assertive liveries for both the 175 and 125 versions. Road presence has increased because the scooters now use 14-inch wheels instead of the 12-inch wheels found on the older SXR 125 and SXR 160 models, which helps them handle rough roads and bumps much better.

Specs and Features

The top-end SXR GT 175 hp-e uses a 174.7cc single-cylinder air-cooled engine with a 3-valve head that produces 13.08 bhp and 14.14 Nm of torque. It comes with a 5-inch TFT instrument cluster that supports connected smartphone features like turn-by-turn navigation. The SXR GT 125 hp-e features a 124.45cc air-cooled engine with a 3-valve head delivering 10.46 bhp and 10.4 Nm of torque, paired with a 5-inch LCD cluster. Both models use RSU front forks, a 220 mm front disc brake, and a 140 mm rear drum brake, but only the SXR GT 175 includes single-channel ABS.

Pricing and Colors

Official prices and the exact launch date are yet to be announced by the company. The SXR GT 175 comes in three color options including Metallic Blue, Matte Black, and Matte Green. The SXR GT 125 is offered in Matte Black, Glossy Azzurro, and Glossy White.

Context

Maxi scooters combine the easy step-through design of regular scooters with larger bodywork, more weather protection, and features usually found on motorcycles. Upsizing wheel diameters from 12 inches to 14 inches is a common engineering choice in the two-wheeler industry to improve straight-line stability and ride comfort over uneven city streets.