Mahindra Flyte 125

Mahindra Flyte 125

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Colour Options and Price in India
2-Wheeler Type Scooter
Fuel Type Petrol
Colour Options Black Mystique, Red Oomph, Lavender Groove, Pearl White
Official Tagline Your Style Statement on Wheels
ENGINE AND GEARBOX
Engine Details 124.6cc, 4-Stroke
Cooling Air Cooling
Engine cc (Displacement) 124.6 cc
Maximum Power 8.04 Bhp @ 7000 rpm
Maximum Torque 9 Nm @ 5500 rpm
Number of Cylinders 1
Bore 52.4 mm
Stroke 57.8 mm
Number of Gears Automatic
BRAKES AND TYRES
Front Brake Drum, 130 mm dia
Rear Brake Drum, 130 mm dia
Front Tyre 3.50" - 10"
Rear Tyre 3.50" - 10"
Wheel Type Alloys
Tubeless Tyres
Alloy Wheels
SUSPENSION AND CHASSIS
Front Suspension Telescopic Fork
Rear Suspension Unit Swing Arm
Frame (Chassis) Tubular
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT
Overall Length 1790 mm
Overall Width 650 mm
Overall Height 1100 mm
Ground Clearance 130 mm
Seat Height 760 mm
Wheelbase 1245 mm
Kerb Weight 106 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity 4.15 litres
INSTRUMENT CONSOLE FEATURES
Speedometer Analog
Fuel Gauge Analog
BATTERY AND LIGHTING
Pass Light
Battery Type Maintenance Free
Capacity 12V
Voltage 7 Ah Lead acid
Head Light 35W/35W
COMFORT FEATURES
Electric Start
Pillion Footrest
Step-up Seat/Split Seat

Mahindra Flyte 125 Review

29 Dec, 2015 09:48 AM

Quick Review by Maxabout Team

Mahindra’s foray into the market for two-wheelers kicks off with the Mahindra Flyte, pitched as a quick, lightweight scooter that attempts to challenge Honda’s dominance of the market.

Design and Style

Mahindra Flyte's body is designed to look speedy, modern and versatile - and it’s pretty successful. The impact-resistant mirrors, made in the body color, are smart and quite distinctive looking, and are complimented by the bike’s bright, horn-rimmed headlamps. The body graphics on the body’s side and front cowl are bold and eye-catching in all of the shades. It borrows the shape of its front mask from the sibling model Rodeo, while the rest of its front face is in a grey shade that adds a nice accent to the main body color. The tail light and rear design are simply shaped but look attractive and quite sophisticated. In many ways, it strongly resembles competitors such as the TVS Scooty – it’s a strong design, but not particularly ground-breaking.

Instrument Console

The instrument console is standard for a scooter of this kind, with no stand-out features. It is a broad, well-sized console with white background illumination that makes it easy to view in low light. As is to be expected, all of the gauges are analogue, but the fuel gauge and accelerometer are clear and easy to read, and are accompanied by a well-shaped low fuel and low battery indicator.

Engine and Gearbox

The Mahindra Flyte features a 124.6cc four-stroke, air-cooled engine, with a maximum power of 8 Bhp at 7000 rpm, and a maximum torque of 9 Nm at 5500 rpm. This positions it squarely in the middle of the market, equal to the many 125 cc scooters on offer.

Acceleration and Top Speed

The bike’s top speed is a nippy 80kmph, a respectable speed for a bike of this type. Its acceleration is strong and quick, and it makes the jump from 0 to 60 in less than 10 seconds, demonstrating decent pick-up.

Mileage

Mahindra claims that Flyte has average fuel consumption of 35 to 40 kilometres per litre. However, many users report that the bike’s actual mileage is probably closer to between 25 and 35 kilometres per litre, which is slightly less than you’d like for a bike of this kind.

Comfort While Driving

The Flyte features extra-large seats that have been carefully designed to be ample and comfortable for all riders, making the bike well suited for long journeys as well as short. There is ample legroom set aside for the driver, and the pillion rider also has plenty of space as well as a handy grab bar for a more secure ride. The foot pegs are well positioned to make the bike quite ergonomically friendly. You’ll find it a pleasant ride over short and long distances.

Safety features

The design of the Flyte doesn’t neglect safety, incorporating a strong rear grab rail to ensure the safety and security of the pillion rider.

Storage space

Storage space is one of the Flyte’s standout features, and it’s among the best in its class. The under-seat storage is a massive 22 litres, more than enough space to stow a helmet or bag if necessary. This storage is also handily LED-illuminated, so you can make use of it day and night.

Suspension

The bike is equipped with telescopic fork suspension with hydraulic dampers at the front and unit swing arm suspension with hydraulic dampers at the rear. The standard shock absorbers work well, but they’re unsuitable for bumpy off-road driving – the Flyte is definitely an urban vehicle that performs best on flat smooth roads.

Brakes

At the front and the rear, the bike features 130mm drum type brakes. The brakes are balanced and stable, and responsive to the driver’s squeeze, with a good stopping distance.

Ride and Handling

The Flyte is designed to feel fast on its feet, and it certainly handles well. The bike’s compact size and narrow wheels make it very speedy and easy to manoeuvre, and it handles corners neatly and easily. The bike’s excellent handling is also aided by its lower saddle height and relatively generous ground clearance.

Tyre Size

The Mahindra Flyte is designed with metal alloys, and features 3.5”-10” 4PR tyres, typical for a scooterette of this class. They’re the ideal size for the bike’s lightweight design, and narrow enough to provide quick, responsive manoeuvring, so it’s a great power scooter for those who want to dodge in and out of traffic. Disappointingly, the bike doesn’t feature any technology to reduce the likelihood of punctures, something you’ll find on many of its competitors.

Shades

The Flyte’s body design is intended to be neither masculine nor feminine, but the bike acquires a distinct personality when a different body color is applied. It comes in five shades – Black Mystique, Silver Flash, Jade Charisma, Red Oomph and Lavender Groove – of which the red and lavender are the most charming.

Accessories

Like many bikes of this type, the Flyte comes with few accessories, so if you want to personalize it you’ll have to purchase the additional extras separately. However, the bike’s many nice features mean that you won’t feel cheated.

Variants

The Mahindra Flyte comes in just one variant – the standard model.

Distinctive Features

Like some of its rivals, the Mahindra Flyte includes front fuelling for its tank, meaning that the rider doesn’t need to alight from the vehicle in order to refuel. It’s a small but welcome addition. The bike also includes an on-board mobile phone charger beneath the seat. The Flyte also comes with a four-in-one anti-theft key system, a pretty unique addition that starts the bike, opens the fuel lock, locks the handle, and locks the bike, at the single turn of a key. It’s a nice touch, and one that helps to set it apart from the competition, particularly as bikes of this kind can be thief-magnets.

Reasons to Buy and Value for Money

Light, fast and good-looking, the Flyte has a powerful engine, excellent handling, and class-beating storage space. Thanks to its generous storage and decent engine power, the Flyte more than earns its price tag.

Verdict

The Flyte is a very welcome entry into this segment of the market by Mahindra. It’s a thoughtfully designed and practical vehicle with lots of additional features that you’ll love.

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Vinay Trivedi | 2 years ago
helpful 0

I am facing lot of problem about spares requirement. Petrol T requirement for our vehicle not available in Kanpur market. Authorised dealer closed.

Best Features: Mileage

Pros: Vehicle costing as per current market review

Cons: Spares replacement support not available in Kanpur

Mileage
Looks
Value For Money
Customer Service

Looks are Good but Mileage is Low

aryaan kumar | 8 years ago
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Looks are Good but Mileage is Low

Best Features: Nothing

Pros: Looks

Cons: Low Mileage (25030 KMPL)

Mileage
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Customer Service

Mahindra Flyte 125 Comments

User Comments
ritesh
10 years ago

Please do not buy Mahindra Flyte, because no proper service, no mileage, too expensive, engine failure, if rainy time u cannot ride yr bike etc., etc.,

ritesh
10 years ago

I own Mahindra flyte, bought it one year back and I am facing lot of
troubles. The bike is more worse in rainy season. it stops 101 times by
the time I drive 10Kms to my office, I need to start it more often and
at last need to reach office. My sincere suggestion is not but FLYTE
better go for Hero Honda pleasure or Honda Activa

palani
10 years ago

Trust me, please don't buy mahindra flyte. Junk and piece of shit.

nitin
11 years ago

dont buy rodeo vehicle because i have purchased before 1.5 years and today rodeo engine is not working properly. when i get vehicle on service center they told me that it requires 10000 rs expenses. means my vehicles engine is become rubbish.all over India not have good serves center
so please friend dont buy any vehicle of mahindra by mistake .

Mahesh Patel
11 years ago

Most third class vehical is mahindra flyte, I feel my money throw in water flow himself.

hemant
11 years ago

dont buy rodeo vehicle because i have purchased before 3 years and today rodeo engine is not working properly. when i get vehicle on service center they told me that it requires 10000 rs expenses. means my vehicles engine is become rubbish.
so please friend dont buy any vehicle of mahindra by mistake ............

Prashant, hubli
11 years ago

I own Flyte, driving since 2 yrs. Not faced any problems, but the major thing is mileage. I am unable to correctly monitor the mileage as i need to top up the tank very frequently even though i ride 10 km a day (max). My advice better go for any other make.

Prathap
11 years ago

Mahindra people are cheating people with giving advertisement.. I would request Kareena not to endorse the Mahindra 2 wheeler, or she would loose the respect. Mahindra now owners should start aandholan of No buy Mahindra.. Kareena think before you endorse any thing..

Prathap
11 years ago

The worst producer of the 2 wheeler are Mahindra.. please do not buy the bike from them. Service is totally worst and vehicle performance is pathetic. do not go by the verdict of few if they are telling its ok... better you buy some other vehiclle.. I tried to reach the customer care and they are least bother to respond to my mail.
Final verdict, Mahindra sucks.

amit
11 years ago

i have buy a flyte ,avarage is 25- 30 km, self start is not good,mahindra uses max.plastic in it,petrol tank is also
made of plastic and is blow the feet.
not value of money

Mahesh Patel
11 years ago

Aapka Mahindra flyte model jabse liya hai tabse pareshan ho gaye hain. petrol to jese badi car me dalte hai vese dalna padta hai. citymeto shayad 25 km. everage aati hogi. most third class vehical. hamto ise bechengebhi nahi kyonki bichara koi aur is mode ko purchase karne k bad petrol dal dal k barbad ho jayega. everyday koi nayi problem hoti rahti hain. kya kare aur kise kahe? dealerne to koi possitive responce aaj tak nahi diya. kya aap kuchh kar shakte hai?

Mahesh Patel
11 years ago

Mene 2010 me Mahindra flyte liyatha, jinki everage maximum 35 km. aati hain. Mene Anand ( Gujarat ) showroom se purchase kiyatha. Hum bilkul santust nahi hai Mahindra flyte se aur deler ki servic se. Service me kutch nahi karte, bas panika sprya mar k de dete hai esa lag raha hai. body ka baharka jo nut bolt bari bari nikal jata hain vo bhi thik tarahse fit nahi kar sakte hai vo log. Ham to aapki ye product ke khilaf hi dostoko review share karte hain.

aswathy v n
11 years ago

i have bought the Mahindra Flyte, now totally fed up. everyday it shows new complaints. now self is not working. fuel economy is killing type. Plz guys dnt buy flyte.......it is better to buy a knife and kill yourself.

Shrikant Desai
11 years ago

Pick up is amazing, good vehicle for ladies as it is light in weight and shorter in height. However fuel economy is around 35 KM/ltr and have electric wiring problems. My Flyte's headlight bulb (lower one) has fused at least 6 times in last 2 years forcing me to drive with upper light ON. Recently it has started giving self starting trouble and I have to kick start it everytime which is really frustrating.

Anand Raj
12 years ago

I own Mahindra flyte, bought it only two months back and I am facing lot of troubles and fuel economy is too worst of Mahindra two wheeler (FLYTE), The bike is most worst in rainy season. it stops many times by the time I drive 5Kms, I need to start it more often and at last need to reach there. My sincere suggestion and request do not buy FLYTE better go for Hero Honda pleasure or Honda Activa. Attention every body : Don't thing to buy FYLTE !!!!!

Satish Rao
12 years ago

If you are looking for a mileage this is not a scooter you would want to take, with in 6 months it stopped performing inspite of regular service...I gave on service as well these days due to frustration...it can give consistently 25KMPL.

I like its power but not without paying high cost!

sanjay deka
12 years ago

I’ve bought a Mahindra Sym Flyte only last month 8/4/11, and hence am afraid that my scooty eat fuel very large amount. like a car. Till now I have been getting around 22 kmpl in the city. plz tell me wht can i do ? 


FUEL ECONOMY IS VERY POOR OF MAHINDRA TWO WHEELER (FLYTE), some time I face self start and kick problem.... REQUIRE FREQUENT SERVICING  lot of i got problem. Main loot gaya boss!!

vidhya jagtap
13 years ago

FUEL ECONOMY IS VARY POOR OF MAHINDRA TWO WHEELER (FLYTE), LOT OF OTHER PROBLEMS LIKE IN RAINY SEASON IT GETS STARTS AUTO JUST BY PULLING BREAK LEAVER, NOISE PROBLEMS, REQUIRE FREQUENT SERVICING and custmer care is very bad.

Rani Reddy
13 years ago

I own Mahindra flyte, bought it one year back and I am facing lot of troubles. The bike is more worse in rainy season. it stops 101 times by the time I drive 10Kms to my office, I need to start it more often and at last need to reach office. My sincere suggestion is not but FLYTE better go for Hero Honda pleasure or Honda Activa


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