There is a growing craze about scooters in the modern generation in India with most manufacturers introducing models in the market. This is mainly because of the generation, which no longer thinks scooters to be meant only for female riders. Growing with time, scooters have more become an option for everyone, especially for the elderly. Their easy manoeuvring and comfortable riding have made them quite popular. The leading two-wheeler manufacturers are making sure that they have at least a couple of models up their sleeve to keep pace with the demand for scooter models.
Mahindra, one of the leading names in the two-wheeler industry, has a number of models in this department. It has Duro, which comes with a four-stroke air-cooled engine. The model is capable of generating 8 bhp power at the rate of 7500 rpm. With a maximum torque output of 9 Nm at the rate of 5500 rpm, this scooter has led the bunch of Mahindra scooters for quite some time now. The price of Duro has been tagged at slightly over 45000 INR, which makes it quite affordable.
Mahindra has also launched the Flyte, which runs on a 124.6 cc engine. It is capable of generating 8 bhp power at the rate of 7000 rpm. The net torque output for the model is 9 Nm and it comes with both a kick and an electric start. Drum brakes are installed on the front and rear wheels to manoeuvre the scooter. The Flyte is tagged at 42800 INR, which might vary according to the place of purchase.
However, Rodeo is the model, which has popularised the range of Mahindra scooters the most. The model comes with a 124.6 cc mill, capable of generating 8 bhp at 7000 rpm. The torque output is the same as its other models at 9 Nm at the rate of 5500 rpm. The appearance of this scooter is quite aggressive with smooth curves and a neat finish. Drum brakes are applies on both the wheels for a better grip. The model is priced quite well and is one of the most selling scooters in India.