Expert Reviews on Suzuki Gixxer SF [2015-2018]

The Bajaj Avenger 150 Street is the cheapest cruiser one can buy. It is here to fill the role of a daily commuter and a weekend getaway bike; something the Suzuki Gixxer SF promises to do as well. Capitalising on the ‘Avenger’ moniker’s popularity, Bajaj has pegged the Avenger 150 Street as an entry-level cruiser, carving out a new sub segment in this market space. Suzuki, in the meantime, has carved its own niche calling the SF the most affordable faired bike one can buy. Both these motorcycles will serve you well for your daily grind, offer a bit of fast paced riding and allow you to comfortably rip through the highways, while bringing a smile on your face. But which one does it better?

Bajaj recently dropped a bomb when it launched the Avenger 150 Street in India, along with its 220cc siblings. The 150cc segment had been missing a cruiser for a long time, and Bajaj decided to spice things up by plonking the Pulsar 150 DTS-i engine in this versatile tubular double cradle type chassis.

There was a time when Bollywood superstar Salman Khan was basking in his own glory. He was famous for being shirtless, flexing his muscles, quite similar to one of the products he endorses, the Suzuki Gixxer.

 But, now times have come when the brand ambassador of Suzuki has had to 'cover' himself up, and while Suzuki has followed the suit, they seem to have done a much better job. Enter the Gixxer SF, faired version of the very successful 150cc motorcycle.

The company is promoting it as 'The Street Sport Bike', which is one of its kinds in that price bracket. We set astride the motorcycle to find out if the SF is Salman Khan in a Tuxedo or it has even more substance to offer.