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Suzuki · Motorcycle
Gixxer
₹ 1,28,892ex-showroom · last updated 2026
- Engine
- 155cc
- Power
- 13.41bhp
- Weight
- 141kg
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Suzuki Gixxer — Overview
At Rs 1.27 lakh, the Suzuki Gixxer is the segment's quiet overachiever - refined where rivals shout for attention. While the TVS Apache RTR 160 4V leads on outright power and the Yamaha FZ-S Fi plays the style card, the Gixxer has quietly built a cult following among riders who actually rack up kilometres and care about engines that don't rattle apart after 30,000 km.
The 2025 update brings OBD 2B compliance and new dual-tone colour options. Mechanically, it carries the same proven 155cc unit producing 13.41 bhp and 13.8 Nm that has earned a reputation as one of the most refined air-cooled singles in India. For daily commuters fighting Mumbai traffic or NH riders clocking 15,000 km a year, the Gixxer's 141 kg kerb weight, strong dual disc braking, and 40-50 kmpl real-world efficiency make a compelling case. The question is whether you can live with its compromises: a stiff suspension that struggles on broken city roads, and a spare parts ecosystem that keeps you squarely inside Suzuki's authorised service network.
Suzuki Gixxer Latest Updates
View allSuzuki Motorcycle India has confirmed that next-generation Gixxer 155 and 250 models are in development under internal project codes XF181/XF191 (150cc) and XF1C1/XF1D1 (250cc), with a coordinated launch expected in Q4 2026. Anticipated changes include a TFT display with Bluetooth connectivity, upside-down front forks, dual-channel ABS, traction control, and a design overhaul inspired by the GSX-8 family.
Suzuki India launched the 2026 Gixxer 250 and Gixxer SF 250 with new colour options on January 15, 2026, including Pearl Glacier White/Metallic Mat Platinum Silver No.2 and Glass Sparkle Black with red graphics. No mechanical changes were made; the Gixxer 250 continues at Rs 1,81,517 and the Gixxer SF 250 at Rs 1,89,768 (ex-showroom, Delhi).
What We Like
- Engine is among the most refined air-cooled singles in the segment - owners consistently report trouble-free running past 50,000 km
- Real-world fuel efficiency of 40-50 kmpl makes it genuinely economical for daily commuting
- At 141 kg, it is one of the lightest bikes in the 155cc class - easy to filter through traffic and park
- Strong dual disc braking with single-channel ABS gives confident stopping power in emergency situations
What Could Be Better
- Pillion seat is narrow and positioned high - uncomfortable for passengers on anything longer than a short city hop
- Suspension is tuned stiff, which hurts ride comfort on the broken urban roads most Indian commuters deal with daily
- Spare parts are not available in the aftermarket - even small items require a visit to an authorised Suzuki service centre
Editor's Verdict
Should You Buy the Suzuki Gixxer?
The Suzuki Gixxer is the rational, long-term pick in the 155cc sport-commuter segment: an engine that punches above its refinement class, genuine fuel efficiency, and a light chassis that makes daily riding a pleasure. Its shortcomings - stiff suspension and a limited spare parts network - are real but manageable. If you're planning to own and ride this bike for five years and daily kilometres matter, the Gixxer is one of the safest bets in the segment.