Soon as i got the green light to get myself a scooter, countless hours were spent on reading online reviews of the Honda Dio,Activa, and not to forget the Suzuki Access too. I was opting for the Dio. Being a college student, The Dio had all the sporty flair that a guy like me would go for. But then my Dad asked me if I heard of the Wego. All I gave back in return was a look of complete confusion.
After a little visit to the TVS website, my curiosity for this little hidden wonder in a market of such giants as Honda and Suzuki, started to grow. It was tough finding a comprehensive review, and even on youtube there was only one review done by Overdrive. So what did i do?
One test drive, a month, and roughly Rs.50,689 later. I got myself one.
Right, so now to some facts and figures.
Engine:
At the TVS Wego's heart lies a 110cc (actually 109.7, but who cares?) 4 stroke air cooled engine, which is also present in the Jive.
It pumps 8BHP @ 7500 and 8Nm of Torque.
There is an electric starter, and a kicker too incase you get nostalgic of the scooters of years ago, or incase you dislike buttons.
It's top speed in the manual is "around 78kmph", but im guessing it would hit 68-75kmph.
The engine is really refined, the power delivery in the start is smooth and fast, but the power eventually wears off as you reach higher speeds. Since the scooter was designed for stop & go traffic, it's pickup is really good.
Chassis:
Well to start this off, I shall talk about the styling first.
It's simple, yet there are attention to detail here and there. The front looks aggressive and angular, The two slits on the between the parking lights make a good touch and adds a sinister profile. The rear of the bike is simple yet retaining a contemporary look, they did not over do with details on the back. Another thing is the TVS Body Balance Technology. TVS worked hard making the Wego as stable as possible. And after shifting the center of gravity more to the front, this in turn really helps in handling. The wobble of carrying a pillion is drastically reduced, making riding the Wego real comfortable.
Now back to the facts
It has a metal body,
Ground clearance is at 132mm, and it has a kerb weight of 108kg.
Suspension, Tyres and Brakes:
Front Suspension is a Hydraulic Telescopic type, and the rear sports gas filled hydraulic dampers (The same that you would get on a bike.)
You get 12' alloys both front and back for the Wego, and you get them with drum brakes. The large tyres prove a purpose and also add aesthetic value.
The suspension in this bike really glides over bumps and potholes better than any other scooter i have ridden. Braking too is stable thanks to the front telescopic suspension.
Fuel Capacity:
5 liters including reserve. Once you hit the red mark on your fuel gauge. You have around 1.5ltrs to find the nearest petrol station.
Electricals:
The usual Halogen bulb fitted, multi reflector head lamp is there, but the tail lamp has LED's and it makes it look awesome.
Batteries are maintenance free.
Features that might interest you:
The Wego has external fuel filling, so gone are the days of lifting your seat.
It comes with the TVS patented 'EZ Center Stand", which makes it so much easier to put your scooter on the center stand. The TVS website for the Wego claims a 30% mechanical advantage because of this, and trust me it works like a dream. Especially for a guy like me, since my body structure is that of a twig.
The seat and fuel tank lock is combined, which makes it easy to do what you need to without moving your keys here and there. With the key in the lock, turn it left to open the fuel cap, and right to unlock the seat.
Around the ignition lock, they kept a 'Glow Ring'.
The Storage is fairly large, and i was able to fit my full face helmet in there.
The Wego comes standard with a utility box too up front.
And if you want a Wego with all the bells and whistles, you can opt for the socket mobile charger under the seat.
The Seat is REALLY comfortable, and it helps with the overall ride quality.
Comparison:
I could go on and on with the comparison, so I will make it short as possible.
The ride quality is better than any other scooter in it's segment, the suspension when coupled up with the seat really gives off a smooth ride.
The Dio, is much more sportier when it comes to handling, and The Activa has a more planted and comfortable ride. Wego has both.
The Wego fails in one thing, and that is the top speed.
The Dio and Activa can easily hit around 75-80kmph, and the Access hits around 92kmph.
Wego falls short with 75kmph.
When it comes to looks, Dio is the funky new thing, Activa is more sober and utilitarian, and the same goes for the Access. The Wego, once again is a mix of both worlds.
I really suggest you take a test drive to make your opinion. Because after the test drive, you will know for sure if this scooter is for you.
Because as it turns out, this one is just my type.
