Suzuki Gixxer SF 250 India Launch Today

The Japanese bikemaker will also launch the 2019 iteration of the Gixxer SF

• According to our sources, the Gixxer SF 250 is likely to cost around Rs 1.8 lakh ex-showroom.
• It will be the most powerful air-cooled quarter-litre motorcycle in the country.
• On the other hand, the 2019 Suzuki Gixxer SF features a complete design and ergonomics overhaul.
• It will be around Rs 5000 more expensive than the existing Gixxer SF, as per our sources.

Suzuki India is all set to launch its quarter-litre faired offering, the Gixxer SF 250. Unlike the one sold abroad, this motorcycle is considerably different both mechanically and design-wise. Our sources indicate that the upcoming bike will likely be priced at around Rs 1.8 lakh (ex-showroom). Once launched, it will compete against the Honda CBR250R. Unofficial bookings have already started across select dealerships, and the booking amount stands at Rs 10,000. 

In parallel, the press shots of the 2019 Suzuki Gixxer SF have also leaked online and here’s all you need to know. Suzuki will also launch this motorcycle along with the quarter-litre bike today, and according to our sources, it will be dearer than the existing model by Rs 5000. When launched, it will compete against the Hero Xtreme 200S.

The recently-leaked brochure scans of the Gixxer SF 250 reveal the motorcycle comes with a sharper design language than the existing Gixxer SF. It packs an LED headlamp and tail light while the indicators are traditional units. The instrument console is a full-digital LCD unit. The bike also comes with raised clip-on handlebars and the ergonomics are likely to be sporty yet relaxed enough for touring.

The motorcycle employs a 249cc single-cylinder air-cooled engine with an oil cooler. It generates 26.5PS of power and 22.6Nm of torque; and works alongside a 6-speed transmission. At 161kg kerb, the Gixxer SF 250 weighs 6kg lighter than its arch nemesis, the Honda CBR250R. It also makes the same amount of power but slightly loses out on torque (0.3Nm less).

Suspension bits include telescopic forks up front and a monoshock at the rear. The sports tourer comes to a halt using disc brakes on both ends with dual-channel ABS as standard. It rolls on 17-inch alloy wheels wrapped with 110-section front and 150-section rear tubeless radial tyres. We will be at the launch event, so do follow our website and social media handles for the latest updates!