Suzuki launches Gixxer at Rs. 72,199

Suzuki Motorcycle India has launched the Gixxer 155 cc motorcycle at a price of Rs. 72,199 (ex-showroom, Delhi).

The Gixxer is available in five body colours - Metallic Oort Grey, Candy Antares Red, Glass Sparkle Black, Metallic Triton Blue and Pearl Mirage White. The bike is 2050 mm long, 785 mm wide and 1030 mm high with a wheelbase of 1330 mm. It weighs 135 kg and has a fuel tank capacity of 12 litres.

Powering the Gixxer is a 155 cc, carburetted, single-cylinder, air-cooled engine that develops 14.6 bhp @ 8000 rpm and 14 Nm of torque @ 6000 rpm. The engine is mated to a 5-speed gearbox and features Suzuko Eco Performance (SEP) technology, which the company claims, enhances fuel efficiency.

The Gixxer has a telescopic fork front suspension and a monoshock at the rear. Stopping power is provided by a single disc brake at the front and drum brake at the rear. The bike rides on 17-inch alloy wheels shod with 100/80-17 and 140/60R-17 section tubeless tyres at the front and rear respectively. Other features include a sporty dual muffler, LED tail lamp, electric start, maintenance-free battery and digital instrument cluster.

Suzuki is marketing the Gixxer as a "Street Sport" motorcycle and is targeting younger users with it.