Yamaha Mio Gear S vs. the competition

Yamaha Motor Philippines already has an established lineup of automatic motorcycles. Regardless, the company is clearly set to further refine its offerings, as evident from the recent introduction of the Mio Gear S to the local market. 

For the unaware, the Yamaha Mio Gear S is technically a direct upgrade of the older Mio Gear. It offers more technology, a sturdier body design, and a more efficient mild-hybrid engine. 

While this is the case, the aforementioned model still faces stiff competition in the Philippine setting. In fact, it competes in one of the most contested segments in the market today - the P75,000-P86,000 range of the hyper-modern-looking, fully automatic small-displacement two-wheeler category. 

So, this begs the question: what are the similarly-priced rivals of the new Yamaha Mio Gear S? Let’s find out here. 

Yamaha Mio Gear S

Before jotting down the Yamaha Mio Gear S’ closest rivals, let us first check out what it is offering to would-be adopters. 

Priced at P81,900, the Mio Gear S uses a 125-cubic-centimeter (cc) Blue Core hybrid engine that’s equipped with a Smart Motor Generator (SMG), as well as a smart start/stop system for added fuel efficiency. 

At maximum, the said Yamaha model can generate up to 8.2 horsepower (hp) and 9.9 Newton-meters (Nm) of torque. 

Besides what was already mentioned, the Mio Gear S comes with an air cooling system for its engine, a continuously variable transmission (CVT), an electric starter, a wet-sump lubrication system, a 5.1-liter fuel tank, an injected fuel system, as well as an underbone-type frame. 

Ride quality and handling for the Mio Gear S are provided by a front telescopic fork and a unit swing rear suspension. Stopping power, meanwhile, is handled by a front hydraulic disc brake and a mechanical leading/trailing drum brake. 

Concerning dimensions, the Yamaha Mio Gear S is 1,850 millimeters (mm) long, 685 mm wide, and 1,075 mm in height. It also has a wheelbase length of 1,280 mm, a ground clearance of 135 mm, and a seat height of 750 mm. 

Notable convenience features of the Yamaha Mio Gear S include a digital meter panel, an electric power socket, and the Yamaha answer-back system. The latter allows for the model’s owners to easily locate the motorcycle in crowded parking areas through sound and light activation. 

Completing the array of amenities for the Yamaha Mio Gear S is a pair of 12-inch tubeless tires, an 18.6-liter underseat storage bin, and a spacious floorboard. 

Model	Yamaha Mio Gear S
Engine	Liquid-cooled, single-cylinder, two-valve, gasoline engine with hybrid technology (SMG)
Displacement	125-cc
Transmission	CVT
Horsepower	8.2
Torque	9.9 Nm
Dimensions (in millimeters)	1,850 x 685 x 1,075
Wheelbase length (in mm)	1,280
Ground clearance (in mm)	135
Seat height (in mm)	750
Front brakes	Hydraulic single disc
Rear brakes	Mechanical leading-trailing drum
Front suspension	Telescopic fork
Rear suspension	Unit swing arm
Fuel tank capacity	5.1-liters
Amenities	Digital meter panel Stop and start system Wide footboard LED headlamp Power socket Wide seat Tubeless tires Yamaha answer-back system 18.6-liter underseat storage
Price	P81,900

 

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Honda Click 125

One significant competitor of the Yamaha Mio Gear S is the Honda Click 125, which is currently priced at P82,500 for the Standard version and P87,000 for the Smart Edition. 

Propelling the Click 125 is a four-stroke, two-valve, single-overhead-cam, liquid-cooled gasoline engine paired with a V-Matic transmission. At maximum, this setup can dish out 8.14 hp and 11 Nm of torque. 

Ensuring balance and stability for the Honda Click 125 is a telescopic front fork and a unit swing arm suspension for the rear. It also depends on a hydraulic front disc and rear mechanical leading/trailing drum brakes for the rear. 

Similar to its competitors on this list, the Honda Click 125 is an underbone motorcycle. It also gets a pair of tubeless wheels, an injected fuel system, and an electric starting system. These go together with a 5.5-liter fuel tank. 

Size-wise, the Honda Click 125 is 1,919 mm long, 687 mm wide, and 1,075 mm in height. It also gets a 769 mm seat height, a 1,280 mm wheelbase length, and a ground clearance of 131 mm. 

Similar to its Yamaha rival, the Click 125 has its own form of start/stop system (Smart Edition) for added fuel efficiency. It likewise gets a full digital meter panel, a Type-C USB charging port, and a secure smart key system that goes along with a secure key shutter. 

Other convenience features available to the Honda nameplate include a wide floorboard and an 18-liter luggage box. 

Model	Honda Click 125 Smart Edition
Engine	Liquid-cooled, single-cylinder, two-valve, gasoline engine
Displacement	125-cc
Transmission	V-Matic
Horsepower	8.14
Torque	11 Nm
Dimensions (in millimeters)	1,919 x 687 x 1,075
Wheelbase length (in mm)	1,280
Ground clearance (in mm)	131
Seat height (in mm)	769
Front brakes	Hydraulic single disc
Rear brakes	Mechanical leading-trailing drum
Front suspension	Telescopic fork
Rear suspension	Unit swing arm
Fuel tank capacity	5.5-liters
Amenities	Digital meter panel Stop and start system Wide floorboard LED headlamp Type-C USB socket Wide seat Tubeless tires Smart key 18-liter underseat storage
Price	P87,000

Suzuki Avenis

Another strong contender within the same price range as the Yamaha Mio Gear S is the Suzuki Avenis, which currently retails at P81,400. 

Power-wise, the Avenis depends on a 124-cc, four-stroke, single-cylinder, air-cooled, two-valve gasoline mill that’s connected to a CVT. At maximum, the aforementioned engine can put out 8.5 hp and 10 Nm of torque. 

Other crucial mechanical components of the Suzuki Avenis include an injected fuel system, an electronic starter, and a wet-sump lubrication system. It also uses a 5.2-liter fuel tank and tubeless tires. 

For its suspension, the model comes with a telescopic front fork and a swing-arm type rear end. It also has front disc brakes and rear drums. 

When it comes to size, the Suzuki Avenis is 1,895 mm long, 710 mm wide, and 1,175 mm in height. Its wheelbase is 1,265 mm, while its ground clearance is 160 mm - the most generous on this list so far. Its seat height, on the other hand, measures 780 mm. 

As for amenities, the Suzuki Avenis gets an LED headlamp, a digital meter panel, a central locking system, a large floorboard, a 21.8-liter underseat storage bin, and a USB power socket. 

Model	Suzuki Avenis
Engine	Air-cooled, four-stroke, SOHC, two-valve gasoline
Displacement	124-cc
Transmission	CVT
Horsepower	8.5
Torque	10 Nm
Dimensions (in millimeters)	1,895 x 710 x 1,175
Wheelbase length (in mm)	1,265
Ground clearance (in mm)	160
Seat height (in mm)	780
Front brakes	Hydraulic single disc
Rear brakes	Mechanical leading-trailing drum
Front suspension	Telescopic fork
Rear suspension	Unit swing arm
Fuel tank capacity	5.2 liters
Amenities	Digital meter panel Wide floorboard LED headlamp USB socket Tubeless tires Smart key 21.8-liter underseat compartment
Price	P81,400

 

Interested in the Yamaha Mio Gear S? Check out its available promo offers here.

 

Kawasaki Brusky 125

A relatively new competitor in this price range of automatic motorcycles is the Kawasaki Brusky 125. For its updated 2025 model year version, the said nameplate retails at P77,000. 

The engine of the Brusky 125 is a four-stroke, SOHC, single-cylinder, two-valve, gasoline engine equipped with fuel injection, a 5.1-liter fuel tank, electric starting, and a CVT. At maximum, the said setup can produce up to 9.52 hp and 10 Nm of torque. 

Similar to its rivals above, the Kawasaki-made two-wheeler rides on a front telescopic fork and a swing arm suspension for the rear. It also comes with a front disc and rear drum brake combo, just like the rest of the models on this list. 

Size-wise, the Kawasaki Brusky 125 is 1,890 mm long, 850 mm wide, and 1,150 mm in height. The brand has not disclosed its wheelbase length or its ground clearance, but it does have a seat height of 760 mm. 

Some noteworthy amenities available for the Brusky 125 include a USB charging port, LED lighting, and a semi-digital meter panel. 

Model	Kawasaki Brusky
Engine	Air-cooled, four-stroke, SOHC, two-valve gasoline
Displacement	125-cc
Transmission	CVT
Horsepower	9.52
Torque	10 Nm
Dimensions (in millimeters)	1,890 x 850 x 1,150
Wheelbase length (in mm)	NA
Ground clearance (in mm)	NA
Seat height (in mm)	760
Front brakes	Hydraulic single disc
Rear brakes	Mechanical leading-trailing drum
Front suspension	Telescopic fork
Rear suspension	Unit swing arm
Fuel tank capacity	5.1-liters
Amenities	Semi-digital meter panel Wide floorboard LED headlamp USB socket Tubeless tires
Price	P77,000

Final thoughts

Overall, the Yamaha Mio Gear S has all the bells and whistles to compete well with its closely priced rivals.

It does, however, have an edge up its sleeve thanks to its hybrid powertrain and start/stop system - a combo that not many models of its size have. These promise enhanced fuel efficiency and added drive force - useful when it comes to daily riding in busy streets. 

So, if you’re interested in the Mio Gear S, do visit the nearest Yamaha dealership. Who knows, this 125-cc nameplate could just be the right one for you. 

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