Modenas Karisma 125S Scooter Launched In Malaysia

NTorq 125's Malaysian rival misses out on modern features while it demands quite a premium

Modenas, a Malaysian bikemaker, has launched the Karisma 125S in its home ground. The 125cc scooter is now Euro 4 compliant and has received three new paint schemes.

The Modenas Karisma 125S gets a sporty design. The fascia of the scooter mounts a split-type LED headlight with DRLs. Moving to the side, you'll see that the scooter gets edgy body panels with 'Karisma 125S' graphics, a single-piece seat, sharp rear grab handles, and an upswept exhaust. The tail section of the scooter is lean and employs a boomerang-shaped LED tail light.

On the features front, the Karisma 125S comes equipped with a USB charging port, hazard light, 14-litre under-seat storage space, 5.1-litre fuel tank, an analogue speedometer and  small digital screen that displays fuel gauge.

Powering the Modenas Karisma 125S is a 124.8cc single-cylinder air-cooled Euro 4 compliant engine that delivers 9.15PS and 10Nm. For reference, the TVS NTorq 125's 124.8cc motor churns out 10.2PS and 10.8Nm.

The ride of the scooter is handled by a telescopic fork at the front and a monoshock at the rear. For braking, it employs a disc up front and a drum brake at the back.

The Modenas Karisma 125S is priced at RM 5,397 (excluding insurance and road tax cost) (Rs 96,813). In India, if you are looking to buy a sporty 125cc scooter, the TVS NTorq 125 and Suzuki Avenis are options that you can consider.