The 110cc family scooter segment is a boring place for many. The segment is dominated by the Honda Activa, and the competition followed the same design aspect, keeping in mind the practicality of the scooter and its design. However, TVS managed to break the mould with the Jupiter 110, giving it a radical design update, along with some key changes to make it handle better and be more practical, while not giving up on the looks.
Our first ride review of the TVS Jupiter went up long ago, and the first impressions were … impressive! We liked the Jupiter in every possible way, and that just pushed us to ride the scooter in everyday conditions – traffic, commuting, two up, and more – to see how it actually did in the real world — and we found four compelling reasons to choose the new TVS Jupiter 110 over anything else.
New TVS Jupiter 110: Looks that turn heads
When the initial teasers for the new TVS Jupiter were out, there was a fear that TVS could have messed up the looks by trying to integrate the iQube’s look — the full-length DRL. However, when the scooter was unveiled, that fear quickly turned into a surprise. TVS managed to execute a brilliant design that appeals to the younger generation and keep the older family members happy.
The full-length DRL on the front apron is the highlight, as the LED bar is a single unit, neatly hiding the blinkers at either end. The tail lamps also follow a similar pattern and TVS has managed to integrate all these styling elements while retaining the overall familiarity of the Jupiter. Adding to the styling are the colour options and the Dawn Blue Matte shade is eye-catchy.
New TVS Jupiter 110: Practicality
The main purpose of the Jupiter is practicality, which it absolutely nails. The Jupiter 110 uses the 125’s chassis, which helps the company relocate the fuel tank under the floorboard which frees up space to offer a large boot space. The boot can carry two half-face helmets comfortably while fitting full-face helmets would depend on the brand and make — most ECE-rated or imported helmets won’t fit.
The floorboard is wide enough to carry a shopping bag, but it will be used to carry more than just that. There is a hook neatly integrated for the bags, while the fuel filler at the front makes life so much more easier. The instrumentation is easy to read and the switchgear is ergonomically within reach without having to move the hands.
New TVS Jupiter 110: Ride and handling
This is an area where the new Jupiter 110 takes the cake. Having commuted on the scooter by myself, with a pillion, with a pillion and bags, as a solo rider and having used it as a proper family scooter (without a kid in the front), the Jupiter 110 felt delighted as always. Pillion’s comfort was good, and the floorboard had enough room for my laptop bag and a handbag with enough space for my foot.
Doing some enthusiastic riding, the Jupiter’s handling was good and felt light, as we saw on the first ride review a few months ago, when the scooter was pushed to its limits on TVS’ test track. On the road, the Jupiter feels nimble and is a great commuter. The suspension might seem set slightly on the stiffer side, but it soaks up the potholes well and doesn’t crash into the smallest of potholes as the competition does.
New TVS Jupiter 110: Engine
The engine is a creamy smooth air-cooled unit. On paper, numbers might not look impressive, but as a family scooter, it does a good job. The engine feels energetic and the highlight to be spoken about here is the iGO assist, which offers about half a Newton Metre of torque with the help of the battery. While this doesn’t sound much and was barely felt on the test track, it does help in the city. The punch is not much but makes the engine feel lively when a quick overtake is needed.
| Specifications | Jupiter 110 | Activa 110 |
| Displacement | 113cc | 109cc |
| Power | 7.9bhp | 7.7bhp |
| Torque | 9.8Nm | 8.9Nm |
| Fuel Capacity | — | 5.3 litres |
