Bike enthusiasts have always loved what Suzuki has to offer. The new Suzuki Gixxer SF is a spectacular offering by the company powered with an 154.9cc engine that generates a maximum power of 14.6bhp @ 8000 rpm with a torque value of 14 Nm @ 6000 rpm. This amazing bike comes with the price tag of INR 85,268. It delivers an average of 48 kmpl on highways. However, many of you might be looking for alternative bike options in a similar price range. We have gathered the best from the lot and have a list for you to take a look at.
Bajaj Pulsar 180 DTS-I
Bajaj Pulsar 180 DTS-I is one of the oldest models in the Pulsar family. This bike is powered with an 180ccDTS-i, four-stroke, air-cooled engine that has a capacity to generate maximum power of 16.8bhp at 8500 rpm and a maximum torque of 14.2 Nm at 6500 rpm. The Bajaj 180 DTS-I offers mileage of 35 kmpl in city whereas 45 kmpl on highways. The fuel tank has a capacity of 15 liters of fuel. The bike comes in three dual tone colors- Cocktail Wine Red, Ebony Black, Sapphire Blue and Pearl Metallic White. Bajaj 180 DTS-I comes with a price tag of INR 83,000.
TVS Apache RTR 180 ABS
TVS Apache RTR 180 ABS is widely regarded as the best bike by TVS till date. It also became the first Indian bike to feature ABS technology. This magnificent looking bike is equipped with a 177.4 cc, 4-stroke engine that generates power of 17.03 at 8500 rpm and maximum torque of 15.5 Nm at 6500 rpm. TVS Apache RTR 180 delivers a mileage of 30 Kmpl in city and 40 Kmpl on highway. Fuel tank can store up to 16 liters of fuel. TVS Apache is designed with two shades – White and Black. The ex-showroom price of the bike is INR 86,222, quite close to Suzuki Gixxer SF price.
Bajaj Avenger 150 Street
Bajaj Avenger 150 is an iconic street bike designed for the younger generation. It has a 149cc engine producing 14.3 BHP @ 9,000 rpm and 12.5 NM @ 6,500 rpm. It also features a 5-speed unit gearbox. The mileage of the bike is 40-45 kmpl in city traffic conditions and 45-50 kmpl on highway. Â Under-seat storage capacity is 17.4 liters. The bike comes in a midnight blue shade that looks completely stunning. On road price of Bajaj Avenger 150 is INR 83,400.
Yamaha Fazer FI V 2.0
Yamaha Fazer FI V 2.0 is known for its sporty looks and high performance. The bike has 149cc, Blue core, 4-stroke, single-cylinder, air-cooled, SOHC, fuel-injected engine that can generate power output of 12.9bhp made at 8000 rpm with utmost torque value of 12.8 Nm made at 6000 rpm. Yamaha Fazer FI v 2.0 gives a mileage of 35-40 kmpl in city traffic conditions and 40-45 kmpl on highway. The fuel tank capacity of the bike is 12 liters. Yamaha Fazer FI v2.0 comes in three attractive shades – Black Hawk, Red Dawn and White Cloud and it has got a price tag of INR 83,500.
Hero Karizma
Hero Karizma is one of the coolest and popular bikes in India introduced by Hero MotoCorp. Â It has a powerful 223cc air-cooled, 4 stroke one cylinder engine that produces maximum power of 19.2 BHP @ 7500 rpm and maximum torque of 19.35 @6000 rpm. The bike delivers a mileage of 30 kmpl in city and 40 kmpl on highways. Fuel storage capacity of the bike is 15 liters. Hero Karizma comes in 5 shades – Black, Ebony Grey, Sports Red, Daring Yellow and Spotlight White. The bike is priced at INR 90,500, a little more than the Suzuki Gixxer SF price.
