As we reported earlier, Suzuki has launched its new 125cc bike SlingShot in the Indian market.
The new bike is powered by a 125cc air cooled four stroke engine which is also found in the Zeus and is mated to a 5-speed transmission. The engine is fed by a BS carburetter with throttle position switch (TPS) and DC – CDI along with Pulse-Secondary AIR Injection system (PAIR) for maximum efficiency and power.
Other features of the SlingShot include new sturdy upswept frame, longer swing arm, rear suspension with preload adjust, light weight alloy wheels, new front fender design, sharp headlight design, convenient gear position indicator and floating instrument console.
The company will also invest Rs 500 Crore to increase its annual production capacity to 5.4 lakh units from the current 2.5 lakhs by 2012.
Speaking at the launch Mr. Atul Gupta, Vice President, Sales and Marketing, Suzuki Motorcycle India Pvt Ltd. said
“It has been our constant endeavour to capitalize on emerging opportunities in the Indian motorcycle market and the Suzuki SlingShot is a direct result of us listening to what the customers want and delivering a world class product that meets their requirements. The Suzuki SlingShot offers a complete package in terms of Style, Comfort, Performance and Practicality – all combined in a 125 cc bike. The customer wanted a bike that was as frugal on fuel as a 100 cc bike, yet had the looks to match a 150 cc premium bike combined with a price point that made the product affordable yet met all requirements – which the Suzuki SlingShot offers.”
Mr. Katsumi Takata, Chairman, Suzuki India said
“Suzuki is a brand trusted worldwide for its superior technology and uncompromised quality and we have amply displayed this to our commitment to India by launching products, from the GS150R to the Hayabusa, Gixxer and Bandit, that have generated tremendous response from customers. The same global promise of Suzuki ensures that our customers in India get same uncompromising quality, style, performance and comfort in the Suzuki SlingShot”
The bike will be availabe in two variants – SlingShot Alloy Wheel and SlingShot Spoke and has been priced starting from Rs 50,140 On-Road, New Delhi.
The bike will be available in four colors – Metallic Mustard Yellow, Metallic Fox Orange, Candy Antares Red and Pearl Nebular Black.
Detailed technical specs after the jump.
Suzuki SlingShot 125CC Tech Specs
Dimensions & Weight
Overall length 2,035 mm
Overall width 770 mm
Overall height 1,075 mm
Wheelbase 1,265 mm
Ground clearance 160 mm
Kerb mass (kg) 128
Engine
Type Air-cooled, 4-stroke, 1 cylinder, SOHC
Number of cylinders 1
Bore x Stroke 53.5 mm x 55.2 mm
Displacement (cm3) 124 cc
Compression ratio 9.6:1
Carburettor VM18
Starting Kick start/Electric start
Air cleaner Non-woven fabric element
Lubrication system Wet sump
Transmission
Clutch Wet multi-plate type
Transmission 5-speed (1 down – 4up)
Gear shift patterm 1-down, 4-up
Chassis
Front suspension Telescopic, Coil spring, Oil damped
Rear suspension Swing-arm, Coil spring, Oil damped
Front brake Mechanical, Landing trailing, Drum type
Rear brake Mechanical, Landing trailing, Drum type
Front tyre size 2.75 -18 42P
Rear tyre size 3.00 -18 52P
Electrical
Ignition type CDI
Spark plug NGK
Battery Kick start & Electric start spec.: 12V, 5Ah
Headlight 12V 35/35W
Brake light/Tail-Light 12V 21/5W
Fuel Tank : Capacities
Including reserve 12.0 L
Reserve 2.1 L
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