i bought shogun 125rr on 2012 second hand for around 4k (mileage 40k already)
daily ride 50km to and 50km back for a year
standard maintenance like engine oil per 2500km, chain and sprocket
since mileage 40k till now 90k only changed tyre once
got only one major problem with rear disc brake pump which can be repaired at suzuki center in less than a day
after all this time, i'd say this one is really a one tough bastard

no comment on smash
but between shogun (not shogun sports) and axelo i'd recommend shogun based on its design
mine is the same color and model (shogun rr / auto clutch model)

the sport rim on shogun is original enkei which if im not mistaken not available on axelo

i think its ok tho
still can go as fast like shogun despite only 115cc
on adding rear disc i think you should consult experts on this preferably the mechanics at suzuki center

through and through its a matter of preference as you said
both are mostly the same except for the lack of enkei sport rim and the LED rear brake light, which sadly i find a downgrade on the axelo compared to previous ones

This post has been edited by shadow910512: Mar 17 2016, 01:47 PM