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Suzuki Burgman 2026 impresses in first test ride

By Paige Coleman ·
Suzuki Burgman 2026 impresses in first test ride - suzuki burgman
Suzuki Burgman 2026 impresses in first test ride

The 2026 Suzuki Burgman Street arrives with a refreshed design and several changes, priced at ₹1.14 lakh for the top variant and ₹1.02 lakh for the base model, both ex-showroom.

Design and practicality updates

The scooter’s exterior now features sharper lines and creases for a more modern appearance. Full LED lighting includes a twin-lamp headlamp with eyebrow-style daytime running lights, while the top variant adds bronze accents across the body panels. Turn indicators are integrated into the apron below the headlamp, enhancing its sporty look.

A smoked windscreen and chrome-finished pillion footrests improve visual appeal. The floorboard remains spacious, offering dual utility hooks and a slanted design for comfortable riding. A quick-access pocket sits on the right, while a glovebox-style compartment on the left includes a small light and a USB charging outlet.

The seat is well-padded, and the rear grab rail provides stability. The exhaust muffler has a gloss-black finish, and the taillamp, shaped like a vertical “C,” houses the fuel filler cap. A multi-function keyless system handles ignition, boot access, and the fuel flap, simplifying daily use.

Suzuki states the frame is 25% stiffer yet lighter, which the company claims improves fuel efficiency, stability, and rider confidence. The top variant includes a TFT display showing speed, time, distance-to-empty, and a color-coded animation for efficiency and performance zones. The base model uses a simpler LCD cluster, though both support connected features through a smartphone app.

Performance and handling

The Burgman Street keeps its 124cc, single-cylinder, air-cooled engine with a CVT gearbox, delivering 8.5 PS at 6,500 rpm and 10.2 Nm at 5,250 rpm—now peaking 250 rpm sooner. Acceleration feels responsive, making city rides smoother and overtakes effortless. Vibrations remain minimal even at higher speeds.

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Top speed comes in at [SOURCE does not specify a number]. The suspension, with a telescopic fork up front and a side-mounted monoshock at the rear, absorbs most bumps well. The disc-and-drum brake setup performs adequately, but the lack of ABS stands out, especially since Suzuki’s Access 125 includes it as standard.

It rides on 12-inch alloy wheels, with a rear brake lock and side-stand interlock for safety. Boot space measures 24.4 liters, and the 5.5-liter fuel tank, combined with a claimed efficiency of around 50 kmpl, offers a real-world range of over 250 km. The 775 mm seat height fits most riders, and the 114-115 kg weight makes low-speed handling easy.

Ground clearance of 160 mm handles small potholes and speed breakers without drama.

The newly refreshed scooter competes in a segment where practicality and aesthetics matter.

Verdict

The 2026 Burgman Street offers a fresher design, better lighting, and a more responsive engine. The TFT display and bronze accents add a premium touch, while the keyless system and spacious boot improve usability. Still, the missing ABS may deter some buyers.

Those valuing range and style will find it appealing.

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