Suzuki Raider R150 Fi

The Suzuki Raider R150 Fi is currently one of the most popular underbones that are zooming around the city roads these days. Pricing at PHP 112,900.00, it is equipped with the technology and benefits of Suzuki Fuel Injection system, sportier styling, and improved body & engine components which places itself above its competitors in the 150cc category.

The Raider R150 Fi combines the light, easy-going ride characteristics of a commuter underbone and the performance of an entry-level sports bike. Hence, it is the favorite of riders who likes to go to the track and test their mettle. Currently dominating its market segment, the Suzuki Raider R150 Fi is dubbed as the King of Underbones.

The Suzuki Raider R150 FI is pretty stylish. It wouldn’t be wrong to proclaim the that R150 Fi is by far the most nicely sculpted and shaped mopeds available in this segment. The underbone chassis is pretty much like that of its predecessors, but as you go into the details, you see it is altogether a new version in front of you. Talking about the revamped styling hues, the major style tint that catches our attention is the flashy decals giving it a sportier appearance. The new headlight design looks absolutely attractive and persuades the entire design to be leaner and meaner than most of the competitors from the same segment.

The new Raider R150 FI provides maximum output, inherited from Suzuki technologies developed for the MotoGP machine. It is more powerful than any previous model in the Raider Breed and in any other 150cc motorcycle in the country. The Suzuki Raider R150 F1 has a powerful 147.3 cc 4-valve engine, that has liquid-cooling technology to enable the rider to take long rides worry-free. The engine is sparky and considered to be the fire-breathing engine and is one of the fastest to be used in this segment of mopeds. The set up can help in generating out a maximum power of 13.6 kW at 10,000 rpm along with a peak torque of 13.8 Nm at 8,500 rpm. The power goes down to the wheels through a 6-speed manual gearbox, which has a hydraulic multi-layer type clutch.

R150 Fi rides on 17-inch wheels out of which is known to offer great stability and balance on road. Another factor adding to the desirability list is that R150 Fi moped can be modified to whatever you wish to ride on.

With such a powerful engine, the Suzuki Raider R150 Fi is very efficient in terms of performance. While riding through busy city roads, it definitely feels like a pleasure to zoom past the busy streets, and taking a breezy ride. The underbone chassis allows it to have a small wheelbase of 1280mm making it agile and light to easy past the busy street roads. The low seat height of 765 mm and a weight of 109 kilograms allows it to be nimble and agile and riders can easily take it for a zooming ride. It has two riding modes, which are Power and Eco, the latter one being the perfect option for daily commutes.

Other styling cues include seat enhancement which is very well-cushioned to allow a jolt free and comfortable ride to both the riders and pillion. An aggressive muffler and wavy disc brakes are additional designing upgrades, that increase its likeability all the more. 

Considering that the Suzuki Raider R150 Fi is designed with maximum performance in mind, it still achieves a decent 50 kilometers per liter mileage. Of course, riders that gravitate towards this bike has less consideration to fuel efficiency and are more concerned with the fun factor.

The Suzuki Raider R150 F1 is proclaimed to have very efficient braking features and functional design, that allows the vehicle to have full traction and control on road. The disc brakes provided for both the wheels are shaped and contoured in such a way that allows occasionally to excess heat diversion. The headlamps at the front offer good visibility in the dark and foggy nights and allow a bright path ahead for the rider. Suzuki has also thought this time about the safety and security of the vehicles from theft and loss. The new shutter for the keyhole is an attentive detail that doesn’t show from above and keeps the key secured. It can be closed with a small flick of the finger but to open it again, one needs to fetch the other side of the key. There is also a rear mono-shock suspension and also the telescopic front suspension works quite well to save the rider from jolts and bumps on the road.

The Suzuki Raider R150 FI is a perfect blend of performance and style on wheels. It is extremely agile and meticulous with every styling and engine detail. It has extreme power on the throttle and is also efficient on the four liters of the fuel tank as well. The new fuel injection technology is just another added feature to enhance its likeability. It is positioned to compete against the Yamaha Sniper 155R and the Honda Supra GTR150, which places it between the two in terms of pricing. For a price this hefty, you will have to dig a little deeper into your pockets if you wish to take a zooming ride on this beauty.