Top Gearless Vehicles for Ladies

1. Minimum maintenance cost: Compared to Internal Combustion Engines (ICE), gearless vehicles are extremely cost-effective, as these vehicles involve minimum maintenance cost. 
2. Ensures hassle-free mobility at affordable: These gearless vehicles are affordable and are ideal for urban mobility as low speed gearless vehicles do not require a license to drive. One can drive these vehicles even without a driver’s license and can drive if they are at least 16 years of age. 
3. Lightweight design: Compact electric gearless vehicles feature lightweight design and excellent ergonomics that ensures effortless riding. These vehicles also feature small turning radius, perfect seat height, and intuitive control that make these gearless vehicles suitable for ladies. 
4. Enhances mobility for senior citizens: These gearless vehicles are safe and easy to use, thereby making it easy to commute for elderly ladies using these vehicles. These gearless vehicles are safe and easy to use, thereby making it easy to commute for elderly ladies using these vehicles. 
5. Easy to use: As the name suggests, these bikes come with automatic transmissions as the rider need not change the gear while driving, thereby making these vehicles easier to use. 

Factors to Consider When Choosing a Gearless Vehicle 

The following are the factors that consider while choosing a gearless vehicle: 

1. Size and Weight: To ensure easy maneuverability and seamless riding, parking, and cornering for ladies, these gearless vehicles are lighter compared to other models in 90 kg to 110 kg, thereby ensuring comfortable riding experience. 
2. Engine Performance: Gearless vehicles come with automatic transmission system which is also known as continuously variable transmission that makes these vehicles different from other vehicles. 
3. Comfort: The seat height of these vehicles is low that makes these ideal for short height ladies, thereby ensuring comfortable riding.  
4. Ergonomics: The ergonomic design of these vehicles features a spacious footboard, well-padded seat, and rear adjustable shock absorber, thereby ensuring fatigue-free riding and comfortable riding on bumpy terrain. 
5. Safety Features: The safety features of these vehicles include combined braking system, powerful disc brakes, and side-stand engine cut-off that renders resistance against puncture and better grip for enhances safety while riding. 

Top Gearless Vehicles Recommended for Ladies 

The following is the list of top gearless vehicles recommended for ladies: 

Here  are few details about the some vehicles 

TVS Jupiter Electric

As the government focuses to make vehicles in India more reliant on renewable sources of energy, electric two-wheelers are going to be the future. Many auto manufacturers have already started taking positive steps toward the same and have been investing in research and development to be future ready. Recently, TVS has come up with an electric version of its popular offering- 'TVS Jupiter'. The scooter is expected to be launched in the country in mid-2018.   

Aprilia SR125

Aprilia SR150 has gained enough popularity in the Indian market. The Italian auto-brand now plans to bring a smaller version of its most popular offering in India. The Aprilia SR125 will serve the needs of interested buyers who are looking for a stylish vehicle at an affordable price point. The bike is anticipated to be priced at around Rs.65,000 and will have a 125cc engine that churns out a maximum power of 10 bhp and a maximum torque of 10.6 Nm.   

TVS Dazz

TVS Dazz has already seen considerable success in south-east Asian countries such as Indonesia. Though the scooter was showcased in India in the 2016 Auto Expo, it was not launched in the Indian market back then. Right now it seems that TVS is gearing up to bring new products to the Indian market and we might get to see TVS Dazz in the upcoming few months. TVS Dazz comes in both fuel-injected and carbureted versions and gets a 110 cc single-cylinder engine.

Piaggio Vespa

Vespa as it is known amongst the public, isn't just any two-wheeler. This Italian import has been one of the most iconic vehicles of the 20th century and is still going strong in 2016. Ever since 1946, when it was first manufactured, the Vespa has come a long way and has become an icon for an entire generation. On the design front, it has shed a few kilos from its bulky, rugged design of the 1900s. Priced at Rs.77,000 ex-showroom, the Vespa is the best gearless vehicle one can buy if they are ready to splurge a little. Although the price seems a little bit on the higher side, the sheer attention the vehicle gets the rider makes it all worth it. It is powered by a 125cc engine, offers a mileage of 45 kmpl, and can reach a top speed of 90 kmph.

TVS Jupiter

The TVS Jupiter, first introduced around 2014, has been one of the hottest-selling gearless two-wheelers in the country. Courtesy of its highly surprising fuel economy and its simplistic design, the Jupiter has become a first-choice vehicle for plenty of prospective owners. Based on the manufacturer' figures, this moped offers a mileage of 62 kmpl and can hit a maximum speed of 85 kmph. The Jupiter is mated with a 109.7 cc engine and is priced affordably at just Rs. 49,000 ex-showroom and is available in 8 very distinct colours.

Honda Dio

Honda Dio has been one of the most influential gearless two-wheelers over the last few years. In fact, it was the only ever bike college students and young adults alike could think of owning. Named after Venus' son 'Dyonisiac' this vehicle has been in circulation all over the world. Equipped with a sleek design and a dual-tone paint job, the Dio has been a bestseller for Honda Motor and Scooter India Ltd. (HMSIL). It is powered by a 109.2 cc Honda Eco Technology (HET) engine and offers a fuel economy of 60 kmpl. The Dio is priced at Rs. 52,630 ex-showroom and is available in four colours.

Yamaha Fascino

The Japanese premium two wheeler maker, Yamaha, never seemed to be interested in the scooter market for a long time. However, with some highly concentrated efforts, the company has begun to take a bit of the market share from players like Honda and TVS among others. The Fascino features a sleek and sharp design, which has attracted plenty of two-wheeler enthusiasts into buying it. It is powered by a 113 cc engine and offers a mileage of 66 kmpl, making it one of the most fuel-efficient vehicles in its category.

Honda Activa

A safe way to describe the Activa would be with the following analogy: Honda Activa is the middle-aged man to Honda Dio's teenager. While this is mostly true, it doesn't take the fact away that Activa has been one of the most popular gearless two-wheelers way ahead of any of its competitors. The Activa is available in 3 variants: Activa 3G, Activa i, and Activa 125 which are powered by a 109 cc, 110 cc, and 125 cc engine respectively. Though the top speed and fuel economy remains the same at 66 kmpl and 83 kmph for all the three variants, the only noticeable difference between them is their design. The i variant has a price of Rs.50,870, while 125 is available at Rs. 60,885, and 3G at Rs.54,360 ex-showroom respectively.

Suzuki Access

Launched just under a decade ago in 2007, Access 125 from Suzuki is the next one in the list. Compared to all the other scooters in this list, Access is by far the quickest courtesy of its 124 cc engine. It offers a surprisingly good mileage figure of 64 kmpl and a top speed of 91 kmph. Priced at Rs. 59,438 ex-showroom, this vehicle is one of the best available for your money. However, one thing you should note here is this scooter is relatively on the bulkier side compared to the other vehicles listed here.

Honda Navi

Unveiled during the 2016 Auto Expo, the Navi from Japanese manufacturer Honda has set the market abuzz since its release. The main reason for this is that the scooter market in India had literally exhausted all its creativity by rehashing more or less the same design for more than a 10 years. But, when the Navi came in, it felt like a breath of fresh air for new buyers.This mix of scooter and bike of sorts happens to be the most refreshing design right now. It is powered by the same 109.19 cc engine as the Honda Activa i and offers a mileage of 60 km per litre. In terms of functionality, the Navi has a small boot space for luggage storage just below the fuel tank. It is priced at Rs. 43,000 ex-showroom and is available in 5 different and vibrant colours. The Navi also holds the distinction for being the cheapest two-wheeler in the gearless vehicle segment.

Aprilia SR 150

It might seem like the SR 150 is a little too late for the gearless vehicle party but that doesn't say much about the scooter in itself. The SR 150 is quite literally the fastest without-gear two wheeler in the country. It is powered by a 154.8 cc engine and churns out a maximum power of 10.4 bhp. Besides, this bike offers a fuel economy of 53 kmpl and can reach a top speed of more than 100 kmph. The only complaint in SR 150's case is that it is priced rather steeply at Rs. 75,000 ex-showroom and isn't what one would call affordable.

TVS Scooty Zest 110

Coming  from India's third largest two-wheeler manufacturer TVS, the Scooty Zest is a gearless vehicle powered by a 109.7 cc engine. Besides being a design and performance upgrade over its predecessors, the Zest is also known for being the one and only 110cc vehicle used to complete an expedition along the Himalayan ranges. It is available at a price of Rs. 46,000 ex-showroom and offers a mileage of 62 kmpl.

Hero Pleasure

Initially sold as the Hero Honda Pleasure when the Hero and Honda partnership was still strong, the Hero Pleasure is yet another good choice for working class women riders. This scooter is powered by a 102 cc engine and offers a fuel economy of 63 kmpl. On the price front, the Pleasure is available at a price of Rs. 47,300 ex-showroom.

While the two-wheeler market is rather expansive in the country right now, these are the top gearless vehicles that offer the best of form and functionality for everyday commuters.

Tips for Buying a Gearless Vehicle 

The following are some of the vital points that should be remembered for buying a gearless vehicle: 

1. Consider the function, comfort and safety instead of getting swayed away by the style 
2. Check some of the vital details such as spares, mileage, service costs, and insurance 
3. Ensure the power handling, brake, and comfort by going for a test drive 
4. Research to compare similar models to ensure what fits best for you as per your requirements 
5. Ensure the performance and reliability through online reviews of real users 
6. Confirm the additional features, such as parking brake, mobile charger, disc brakes etc. 
7. Add accessories, such as ladies' seat, rear backrest, saree guard, etc., to customise the vehicle 
8. Select the seller carefully to ensure that effortless and hassle-free ownership and sales experience