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Stylish new Suzuki Gixxer SF 155 is priced to sell

Priced at only P114,900

A sporty commuter that's quite a looker. PHOTO FROM SUZUKI

Suzuki has a knack for churning out stylish bikes both big and small that can perform while being priced competitively. Top models like the Hayabusa and the GSX-R are wickedly fast machines, and some of that styling DNA has trickled down to the newest member of the Gixxer series: the SF 155.

The 50.2km/L rated fuel efficiency makes this an ideal commuter bike. PHOTO FROM SUZUKI

Sporting a sleek fairing, stylish wheels, and racy livery, the SF 155 is a small-displacement sport bike powered by a fuel-injected 155cc engine.

A two-valve cylinder head and air cooling keep things simple, with a respectable output of 14hp at 8,000rpm, and 14Nm of torque at 6,000rpm. While it might not tear up the twisties, it does have long legs thanks to a 12L fuel tank and a fuel economy rating of 50.2km/L.

Big bike-inspired design cues include the dual muffler and the thin spoke design of the wheels. PHOTO FROM SUZUKI

Further adding to the simplicity is a tried-and-true five-speed manual transmission, front and rear disc brakes, but no antilock braking system or traction control.

The cockpit features raised clip-on handlebars so as to be comfortable for long rides, while the five-point-mount Diamond Frame is both light and stiff. A separate seat and a dual exhaust muffler mimic the aesthetic of its bigger siblings.

A sleek fairing makes the bike look faster than it really is. PHOTO FROM SUZUKI

Weighing in at 146kg and with a seat height of 795mm, the SF 155 can fool the casual onlooker into thinking that it’s a bigger-displacement bike. A fully digital instrument panel, LED headlight and taillights, and preload adjustable rear suspension are welcome features.

While the conservative spec might turn off buyers looking for a little more sizzle, it helps keep the price down to just P114,900.

Two colorways are available: Pearl Glacier White/Metallic Triton Blue and Glass Sparkle Black. And if you want an even cheaper option, the naked Gixxer 155 is just P104,900.

The naked Gixxer 155 is even more affordable at P104,900. PHOTO FROM SUZUKI

While the Philippine market is dominated by scooters, these traditional backbone-frame, manual-transmission bikes might just lure more than a few buyers into a more involving experience.



Andy Leuterio

Andy is both an avid cyclist and a car enthusiast who has finally made the shift to motorcycles. You've probably seen him on his bicycle or motorbike overtaking your crawling car. He is our motorcycle editor and the author of the ‘Quickshift’ column.



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