Suzuki GSX-R150 – a motorcycle model sought after by young people
At the Vietnam Motorcycle Show 2017, Suzuki introduced the GSX-R150 for the first time. The small-sized sportbike quickly became a sought-after target thanks to its sporty, easy-to-ride design, powerful engine, modern features and affordable price in the segment.
The GSX-R Series is a line of Suzuki's most famous motorcycles on both the track and the street. In terms of product range, the GSX-R150 is like a starting point for young people who are new to motorcycles, before delving deeper into the addictive hobby.
Created by a famous car company on the MotoGP racetrack, the GSX-R150 has a highly aerodynamic design. The headlight is swept back. The driver's posture is bent forward moderately, enough to create a sporty feeling but also comfortable if you often go on the street.
The sporty Superbike design gives the rider the feeling of a real racer.
The new GSX-R150 Special Edition is equipped with a genuine Yoshimura exhaust pipe, a famous Japanese brand. In terms of technology, the Suzuki GSX-R150 Special Edition has full LED headlights and taillights, a full LCD instrument cluster and disc brakes on both wheels. The smart key is an expensive feature, not available on competing models. Users do not have to bother inserting the key into the ignition, just get on the bike and start the engine.
However, the most notable point of the GSX-R150 Special Edition is the new, sportier decal set. This decal set is reminiscent of the famous Suzuki Yoshimura racing model combined with the embossed "R" decal, creating an impression from the first look of a real racing car.
The lightest vehicle in the segment, combined with a 4-stroke, DOHC, electronic fuel injection engine, produces a maximum capacity of 18.9 horsepower at 10,500 rpm and a maximum torque of 14 Nm at 9,000 rpm. This results in one of the best power/weight ratios in the segment. The GSX-R150 uses a 6-speed manual transmission.
Special Edition – the legend of speed enthusiasts
Unlike regular motorbikes, motorcycles are not simply for transportation, but also a way to express the strong personality and love of speed sports of the owner.
The GSX-R150 Special Edition is a special collaboration between Suzuki Vietnam and Yoshimura motorcycle accessories. Different from the standard version, the Suzuki GSX-R150 Special Edition is more impressive with an accessory set including a genuine Yoshimura exhaust, rear turn signals, a stylish license plate bracket and a sporty rear seat cover. The embossed "R" logo is mounted on both sides of the vehicle body, adding a strong sportiness to the overall look. The black-red painted body is reminiscent of the GSX-1000R motorcycle of the legendary Yoshimura-Suzuki racing team.
Suzuki GSX-R150 Special Edition is more impressive with genuine Yoshimura exhaust, one of the accessories bearing the "Hand of God" mark of Pop Yoshimura.
Yoshimura Motors is the brainchild of a man named Pop Yoshimura. He started his career by tuning engines based on his personal inspiration and technical knowledge. Not long after, Pop Yoshimura became famous for tuning engines in the US military, and was nicknamed “The Hand of God”. With his talented ability to tune engines, ready to challenge all limits, Yoshimura quickly achieved success in many races around the world, becoming a legendary man with his own achievements.
Yoshimuacooperated with Suzuki, bringing the intensity and talent, the creativity that built the reputation of the Yoshimura-Suzuki team associated with the Suzuka 8 Hours race held annually in Japan. This race focuses on the endurance of speed machines and uses commercial vehicles on the market. Suzuka 8 Hours was first held in 1978 and Yoshimura was the first racing team to win the championship using the Suzuki GS1000. Later, the Yoshimura-Suzuki racing team was established, quickly winning the 2007 and 2009 seasons. Bringing Suzuki's number of championships at the Suzaka 8 Hours to 5.
Owning a GSX-R150 Special Edition is not simply owning a high-performance motorcycle, but also an endless source of inspiration about the fierce bloodline of legendary racers.
The accessory set includes a rear turn signal cluster, a stylish license plate bracket, and a sporty rear seat cover with the R logo embossed on both sides of the vehicle body, creating a more modern and powerful feel.
The car is officially available at Suzuki dealers from April 19, 2018, with suggested retail price including VAT:
Suzuki GSX-R150 price: 76,900,000 VND
Price of the complete set of accessories sold with the vehicle (including 03 items: Genuine Yoshimura exhaust pipe with 2 Yoshimura stickers; Rear turn signal set and fashionable license plate bracket; rear seat center cover): 12,100,000 VND
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