The history of the Suzuki AH 100 scooter

In 1992, the Suzuki AH 100 became the last scooter offered by the Japanese two-wheel giant. Designed to appeal to the urban rider, the AH 100 was powered by a basic 99cc two-stroke single-cylinder engine. Suzuki had already built a reputation for two-stroke design with scooters like the AE 50 and AH 100 continuing the tradition of reliability.

With just 8 hp on tap, this Suzuki scooter was never meant to set the streets on fire. It could still hit 60 mph, though, which isn’t bad considering the AH 100 has tiny 10-inch wheels. Braking safety was adequate with disc brakes at the front and drums at the rear. The Suzuki AH 100 was also a very light bike weighing in at around 90kg. This made handling a breeze for riders of all ages, heights, and builds. The AH 100 came with an automatic transmission, which simplified the learning curve. After a couple of minutes of practice, even a novice rider could confidently zoom on the AH 100 scooter.

The instrument panel provided all the basic information, with a cluster housing an odometer, speedometer, and various gauges and warning lights. The automatic transmission made the controls very basic, with a single throttle and two brakes. The Suzuki AH100 even comes with electric start, making for an overall package of convenience and ease. A jump start is also provided for cold weather conditions and as a backup to auto start.

While production ceased in 1996, a Suzuki AH 100 can still occasionally be found hanging around town. Build quality was excellent with classic scooter styling with long, clean lines. Very stylish to look at, the AH100 was also comfortable, with an ergonomic and comfortable seat design. Beneath this seat, a roomy storage compartment could easily hold a rider’s helmet.

Enthusiastic and proud owners still use the Suzuki AH 100 as their daily vehicle around town or city. Since production ceased nearly 20 years ago, owners may have a hard time obtaining original parts. Some dealers still stock AH100 replacement parts that can keep the scooter running like new. While the Suzuki two-stroke engine will generally be fine, time may have taken its toll on other components. With a little care and a few pounds, any Suzuki AH 100 can be restored, giving you an affordable city bike that burns gas but delivers spirited performance.