Suzuki to Launch a 150cc Cruiser to Rival Bajaj Avenger 150

Entry-level cruiser motorcycle segment seems to be picking up in India. Yamaha Motor India did manage to find some takers for its now defunct 125cc Enticer cruiser motorcycle. Recently, Bajaj came up with a 150cc engine variant of its Avenger model. And now, it looks like Suzuki Motorcycle India Pvt Ltd (SMIPL) is about to launch a low displacement cruiser motorcycle. The upcoming Suzuki 150cc Cruiser bike is expected to look like a baby-Intruder and will launch very soon. Prices should start around the Rs 80,000 mark.

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The information on the upcoming Suzuki 150cc cruiser bike for India comes from the good folks at BikeAdvice, who go on to claim that the new motorcycle might launch as soon as next month. While we would like to take this with a pinch of salt, the possibility of an entry-level cruiser motorcycle from Suzuki can’t really be ruled out. The Avenger 150 has already garnered a favourable response from 150cc motorcycle buyers. Now, it seems like even Suzuki Motor India Pvt Ltd is readying a new model to foray into the highly competitive segment of our two-wheeler market.

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As per the aforementioned publication, the upcoming 150cc cruiser motorcycle from Suzuki will take design inspiration from the Intruder. Powering this motorcycle will be the same engine that does duty on the Gixxer streetnaked. Of course, the company will re-tune the engine to suit the cruiser bike characteristics. For the Gixxer, the 154.9 cc engine delivers a maximum power of 14.59 bhp @ 8000 rpm. The engine comes mated to a five-speed manual transmission and offers a peak mileage of 64 kmpl.

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Suzuki 150cc Cruiser Bike Launch Date in India

The source of this news claims that the new 150cc motorcycle will launch between 5th to 7th of next month. While we are not too sure about this claim, Suzuki Motor India Pvt Ltd could be planning to pull a surprise and launch a cruiser motorcycle during this year’s festive season. A festive launch will help the model have a smooth take off.

Suzuki 150cc Cruiser Bike Price in India

We expect the upcoming motorcycle to cost roughly Rs 80,000. This will make it slightly costlier than the Avenger 150cc model. However, there are enough chances it will be cheaper than the Gixxer.

Suzuki 150cc Cruiser Bike Specifications

Powering the upcoming Suzuki 150cc Cruiser motorcycle will be the same engine that powers the Gixxer streetnaked. Currently, this 154.9cc, single-cylinder SOHC engine outputs a maximum power of 14.5 BHP at 8,000 RPM and a peak torque of 14 Nm at 6,000 RPM. Power is sent to the rear wheel via a 5-speed Manual Transmission. We are pretty sure that the company will re-tune this engine for its cruiser motorcycle. The engine is known to be sufficiently punchy whilst offering a high level of refinement.

Suzuki 150cc Cruiser Bike Mileage

As the engine comes from the Gixxer, we have a fair idea of what to expect in terms of mileage. We are pretty sure the 154.9cc engine will be able to return as much as 55 kmpl on the highway and around 50 kmpl in the city.

Suzuki 150cc Cruiser Bike Design

So far, we haven’t seen evey a single test mule of this motorcycle. However, BikeAdvice claims that there will be plenty of design inspiration taken from the Intruder. Hence, we assume that the upcoming 150cc model will have a modern touch to its design while maintaining a cruiser bike form. The rear tyre is pretty wide to give that mean look, while there is plenty of chrome to that gives this bike a premium feel. Typical to cruiser motorcycles, this bike offers high-raised handlebar, low seat height and a relaxed riding posture.

Stay tuned to Carblogindia for latest news updates on the launch date and price of upcoming Suzuki 150cc Cruiser bike.