The TVS Jupiter Review. We ride the TVS Jupiter in varying traffic conditions to find out how good is this scooter in the conditions for which it was built!
The TVS Jupiter was recently launched with much fanfare by the company as a new scooter with a difference. The company promised ‘More’, as they promoted the Jupiter with the tagline ‘Enjoy Doing More’. We at xBhp got a chance to find out how much MORE is this scooter capable of!
The scooter we got was a Pristine White Jupiter; it already had a few km on the clock. Since the engine run-in was complete, we could exploit the scoot to its full potential. Riding an automatic scooter in a crowded city like Delhi is a lot of fun and I was happy to be handed the keys to the Jupiter. Having clocked many miles on the industry standard – Honda Activa as my daily commute I knew the positive practical experiences of having one.
The TVS Jupiter is not the snazziest looking scooter in the market; it is more of a ‘go to the market unnoticed’ kind of two-wheeler. That may not get your blood pumping, but it is a big advantage for your average daily commuter, as it won’t attract attention in a public parking. But a scooter in a city is good for all practical purposes; if you want looks then a motorcycle would probably be a better choice! The Jupiter has a simple but elegant design, a no nonsense bike which every member of the family can ride without feeling out of place. That is the reason why the Jupiter will be directly taking on the Honda Activa, Mahindra Duro, Hero Maestro and Suzuki Access. A family scooter which promises to do everything that is required and more!
The TVS Jupiter has elegant yet simple lines and a very comfortable seat.
The matt black alloys on the Jupiter look good
But the Jupiter is not to be enjoyed off the saddle; one must get on and thumb the starter to experience ‘tension-free commuting’. The engine is smooth, with a lovely sound, leaving not much to be desired. A touch of the throttle and the responsiveness of the engine is surprising as it pulls away cleanly, even when rider and pillion weighing a cumulative 180 kg are being pulled uphill. Never did the engine feel stressed or complain of being overstressed. The 110cc engine is very satisfactory and 8Nm of torque allows one to accelerate off a red-light, with the same alacrity as most commuter motorcycles. At 5’11”, flatfooting is never a problem for me, but footboard space is always a concern. The Jupiter does not disappoint in this regard as well, as there is sufficient space for my Size 11 riding boots! TVS claims that it has the largest leg space at 375mm, as compared to the competition. But even a small bag of luggage robs you of this luxury and the feet stick out like ‘sore thumbs’!
The Jupiter is Ready to Go!
The Eco Light tells you that you are saving fuel with that particular riding style
The Switch quality is good and easy to use.
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