Suzuki GS

Suzuki GS OverView

Suzuki Motorcycles India has a strong contender in the 150cc segment that is Suzuki GS150R, the two-wheeler is added with a lot of advanced features that makes it most sought after bike. The Suzuki GS150R has to compete with the likes of Bajaj Pulsar, Bajaj Discover, TVS Apache, Hero Honda Hunk, Honda Unicorn. The latter are more popular in Indian market but the Suzuki GS150R has distinctive image due to its image in international market.

Suzuki GS150R has been equipped with a 4 stroke, air cooled, single cylinder, SOHC powertrain with a sheer displacement of 149.5cc. The powerpacked engine is able to churn out a top power of 13bhp at 8,500 rpm and develops a peak torque of 13.4 Nm at 6,000 rpm. Suzuki GS150R sports self and kick start facility. The bike is added with advanced 6 speed gearbox that follows one down 5 up gear shifting pattern.

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Suzuki Motorcycles India has a strong contender in the 150cc segment that is Suzuki GS150R, the two-wheeler is added with a lot of advanced features that makes it most sought after bike. The Suzuki GS150R has to compete with the likes of Bajaj Pulsar, Bajaj Discover, TVS Apache, Hero Honda Hunk, Honda Unicorn. The latter are more popular in Indian market but the Suzuki GS150R has distinctive image due to its image in international market.

Suzuki GS150R has been equipped with a 4 stroke, air cooled, single cylinder, SOHC powertrain with a sheer displacement of 149.5cc. The powerpacked engine is able to churn out a top power of 13bhp at 8,500 rpm and develops a peak torque of 13.4 Nm at 6,000 rpm. Suzuki GS150R sports self and kick start facility. The bike is added with advanced 6 speed gearbox that follows one down 5 up gear shifting pattern.

Suzuki GS150R features front hydraulic disc brake and rear drum type brake. The bike has Suzuki trademark front fork that is telescopic, coil spring, oil damped type while the rear fork is swingarm type coil spring, oil and gas damped. Suzuki GS150R comes with wider rear tyre five spoke alloy wheels that create charm when behold.

Other distinguish features include larger wheelbase (1340mm), fuel tank (15.5 litres), digital speedometer, sporty and stylish headlight and LED tail lamp. Suzuki GS150R looks hunky with it modern graphics and styling cues. The bike has 149kg of cub weight that allows high speed cruising.

Suzuki GS Designing

Suzuki GS150R has a very elegant and impressive looks. The dimensions of the bike are as follows: Length- 2095 mm Width- 775 mm Height- 1120 mm Wheelbase- 1340 mm Ground Clearance- 160 mm The kerb weight of the bike is 149 kg and the fuel tank is of 15.5 liters. The height of the seat is 790 mm.

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The wheels and tyres are also of great importance when talking about a bike. The broad tyres make the look very sporty and robust. The Suzuki GS150R has alloy wheels with 5 spokes in it. The wheel size for both the wheels is 18 inch. The Suzuki GS150R has tubeless tyres which make the journey hassle free and also puncture resistant drive. The size of the tyre is 2.75 – 18 42 P for the front wheel and 100/90-18 M/C 56 P fro the rear wheel. The big sized tyres control the bike in the event of off-roading and also reduces the rate of skidding.

Suzuki GS150R has bolder and sporty appearance whether you see it from front or rear. Both sides are designed with utmost attention and the results are awesome. The company has tried their best to give it a special look.

Suzuki GS150R has got special designed headlamp cluster that has some impression of its elder brother GSXR. The design resemble to owl shape and catches your eyes in first glance. Positioning lights are fitted in ear shape slots that add glamour to the cluster. Suzuki GS150R has black tinted wind screen in the proportion to the headlamp design. The V shape front turn blinkers are placed horizontally just beside the mask's ends.

Just behind the bold and beautiful headlamp cluster, a digital cum analogue instrumentation is added that comes in 'Key' shape. The upper end of the Key (console) is in big dial shape which houses rpm mete and inbuilt gear shift indicator. The right hand side of the dashboard is comprised of trip meter, clock, fuel gauge, speedometer etc. It can be said that Suzuki GS150R has the most advanced instrument cluster in 150cc bike segment.

The fuel tank design of the Suzuki GS150R is just amazing with stunning graphics at it. It can hold a maximum fuel of 15.5 liters. The tank has half bikini design. The seat of the bike is comfortable as it is wide and large. The step-up seat has new style rear grab rail added at the end.

Suzuki GS150R is blessed with LED tail lamp that also integrates rear turn indicators like Hero Honda CBZ Xtreme. The illumination is mind-blowing. The Suzuki GS150R has sporty silencer and new design heat cover that adds to the charm of the vehicle. Last but not the least, its five spoke alloy wheels are very special feature.

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The comfort level of the Suzuki GS150R is very much good and it is equipped with many essential comfort features. The self start ignition of the Suzuki GS150R ensures quick start of the bike and also enhances the comfort level. The advanced suspension system offers better control and great riding experience. The shoe shaped seat of the Suzuki GS150R makes the seating very comfy for both the rider and the pillion. The seat is slightly raised from the rear side making the look very impressive.

Suzuki GS Engine And Performance

Suzuki GS150R is very fuel efficient bike and the powerful engine of the bike is the reason for this. The engine of the bike with a capacity of 149.5 cc displacement delivers stunning and amazing performance. The 4 stroke engine of Suzuki GS150R is endowed with 6 Speed Transmission which ensures easy and smooth shifting of gears. The powerful engine of the bike delivers an impressive mileage of 48 kmpl in the city and 55 kmpl on the highways.

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Acceleration of the Suzuki GS150R is really too good. Suzuki GS150R can cross the barrier of 0-60 kms in just a span of 5.5 seconds. The bike can even cross 0-100 kms in just 17.69 seconds with a top speed of 105.8 kmph. The deceleration of the bike is also very faster which reduces the chance of any mis happening.

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The engine of the Suzuki GS150R is said to be very convenient for riding in the city. The 150cc engine of Suzuki GS150R respires through a BS26 carburetor. It comes with Throttle Positioning Sensor (TPS). Suzuki GS150R 149cc engine develops 13.8 bhp of peak power at 8500 rpm and 13.4 Nm of peak torque 6000 rpm. The engine uses engine balancer technology to minimize vibration and comes with a rubber damper and a balancer shaft. The 6 speed gearbox with 1 down and 5 up gears provides easy shifting of gears. The 4 stroke engine of the Suzuki GS150R follws with air cooled technology and SOHC valve configuration.

Suzuki GS Braking And Handling

Larger wheelbase of the bike ensures proper handling and control of the bike and this ultimately enhances the safety of both the driver and the pillion. The Suzuki Gs 150 R is packed with number of advanced features. The use of advanced suspension makes the bike very safe and stable and the dynamic braking system ensures the deceleration of bike at high speed and thus reduces the risk of unexpected harm.

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The motorcycle's suspension serves a dual purpose i.e. by contributing to the vehicle's handling and braking and by providing safety and comfort to keep the vehicle's passengers comfortable isolated from road noise, bumps and vibrations. The Suzuki GS150R is endowed with very powerful suspension. The front suspension is telescopic with coil spring and oil damped and the rear one is swing arm type with coil spring and oil and gas damped. This sound suspension of the Suzuki GS150R ensures stability and control of the bike.

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Suzuki GS Colors

Suzuki GS150R comes in four stunning shades. The shades available are Pearl Nebular Black, Metallic Flint Grey, Candy Max Orange, and Candy Dark Greenish Blue. The body of the Suzuki GS150R is painted with the colour at the fuel tank, front tyre cover and at the front portion above halogen lamp. The side and the rear side panels are painted black and the muffler have steel cover to it. The grab rail is painted in silver.

Suzuki GS Pros

Fuel efficient, smart looks, comfort.

Suzuki GS Cons

No radial tyres, sounds from engine, not good for family