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A One-sided Battle: Suzuki GSX 125 vs. CB 150F
  Sep 05, 2023     talha seo  

A One-sided Battle: Suzuki GSX 125 vs. CB 150F

The all-new GSX 125 was unveiled by Pak Suzuki Motor Company (PSMC) in Pakistan to mixed reviews. Although the bike's futuristic appearance is well-liked by aficionados, its high price has drawn a lot of flak.

The 150cc bike market also has a number of competitors in the same price bracket as the GSX 125. Honda CB 150F is one of its most ferocious rivals. In order to compete with the Suzuki GS 150, Atlas Honda introduced the CB 150F in 2017.

The CB 150F has gained a lot of popularity among enthusiasts since its release. It appears to be one of the top brands in Pakistan's two-wheeler industry and delivers enough power, torque, features, and comfort.

So, is the market share of the Honda CB 150F in danger from the Suzuki GSX 125? Let's contrast the two to determine:

Styling

Suzuki GSX 125

The GSX 125 has a strong street-bike style, beautiful alloy wheels, a brushed aluminum three-piece handlebar, and a dynamic attitude.

The fuel tank's chiseled sidewalls and massive air scoops give it a muscular appearance. The black and chrome panels, the footpeg braces on either side and the big exhaust give the GSX 125 a dynamic appearance.

The tail has body-colored panels on either side, a modern rack positioned in the back, and a current taillight for a crisp appearance.

Honda CB 150F

When CB 150F first appeared, it attracted a lot of attention since it appeared more muscular than its rivals.

It boasts a dynamic fuel tank design with larger air scoops, a diamond-cut headlamp design with twin-LED parking lights, and matte-black alloy wheels in addition to an aggressive posture. A sporty exhaust and a few sharp panels on the side add to the vehicle's dynamic appearance.

The CB 150F has a street bike-like appearance thanks to its raised tail, elegant taillight, and black grab rail.

Performance

Suzuki GSX 125

It has a 124cc single-cylinder air-cooled petrol engine that produces 9.2 Newton meters (Nm) of torque and 10.45 horsepower (hp).

According to several foreign bike reviews, the GSX 125 sports a 5-speed constant-mesh gearbox with a return shift pattern and a fuel efficiency of 42 kilometers per liter.

The bike sports a traditional drum brake at the back and a dual-piston caliper-based disc brake up front. It has two inverted fork tubes up front and spring-loaded shock absorbers in the back for suspension.

Honda CB 150F

The 149cc single-cylinder air-cooled petrol engine in the CB 150F produces 11.23 horsepower and 12.4 pound-feet of torque, giving it a significant torque advantage over the Suzuki GSX 125.

According to several owners, it features a 5-speed constant-mesh gearbox with a return shift pattern and a fuel efficiency of 35–40 km/l.

The motorcycle has an outboard drum brake and a front disc brake with two-piston calipers. It has two inverted fork tubes up front and spring-loaded shock absorbers in the back for suspension.

Features

Here’s a side-by-side comparison of features:

Features

Suzuki GSX 125

Honda CB 150F

Starter System

Self-start only

Self and kick-start

Fuel Tank Capacity

14.2 liters

13 liters

Fuel Gauge

Yes

Yes

Balance Shaft or Minimal Vibrations

Unknown

Yes

Return Shift Pattern

Yes

Yes

Adjustable Rear Suspension

Yes

Yes

High Beam Flasher

Yes

Yes

Handle-Mounted Choke Lever

Yes

No

Gear-Position Indicator

Yes

Yes

Handle-bar Counter-Weights

Yes

Yes

Kill-Switch

No

No

Price

The prices of both bikes are as follows:

Models

Prices (Rs.)

Honda

CB 150F

353,900

CB 150F (Gray and Orange)

357,900

Suzuki

GSX 125

359,000

Verdict

Is the Suzuki GSX 125 therefore a better buy? Sadly, it's not even close. On paper, the Suzuki GSX 125 is identical to the Honda CB 150F, although it costs more. In terms of overall value for the money, the CB 150F still outperforms the GSX 125 despite lacking a few amenities.

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