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Sports Touring

SUZUKI GSX1250FA $14,990 This bike is boldly styled and impressively powerful, yet comfortable and user-friendly. A full
1255cc of robust torque delivers all-round performance and exceptional value. A dramatic,
neatly integrated look features a distinctive full fairing. The GSX1250FA is exciting,
stimulating and tailored for sporting comfort.
SPECIFICATIONS
Engine: In-line four-cylinder, four-stroke, Tyres: F: 120/70ZR17 R: 180/55ZR17
DOHC, 16-valve, liquid-cooled Seat height: 805mm
Displacement: 1255cc Kerb weight: 257kg (wet)
Power/Torque: 72kW @ 7500rpm/108Nm Fuel capacity: 19L
@ 3700rpm Warranty/Service interval: Two years,
Transmission: Six-speed, wet multi-plate unlimited km/NA
clutch, chain fi nal drive
VERDICT: ALL-ROUNDER

More than just an attitude, a spirit or a lineage, it’s about performance-packed hard parts SUZUKI GSX-S1000F $15,490
evolving from one generation to the next. The GSX-S1000F is powered by a 999cc in-line
four-cylinder powerplant that’s based on the long-stroke GSX-R1000 engine, which
makes for ideal street-riding power and torque curve. Focused on making big power
through the low and mid range, this engine also uses cams optimised to deliver street-
dominating power.

SPECIFICATIONS
Engine: Four-cylinder, four-stroke, liquid- Tyres: NA
cooled, DOHC Seat height: 810mm
Displacement: 999cc Kerb weight: 214kg (wet)
Power/Torque: 107kW/106Nm Fuel capacity: 17L
Transmission: Six-speed, wet multi-plate Warranty/Service interval: Two years,
clutch, chain fi nal drive unlimited km/NA
VERDICT: BEYOND THE SPORTSBIKE

SUZUKI GSX650F $10,490 A sporty all-rounder ready to deliver great fun, this bike features an ideal balance of
fuel-injected sportsbike excitement and all-around versatile performance. It is the ideal
companion from learner to beyond. This exciting sportsbike offers crisp handling, so you
can turn any winding road into a ride to remember. Its liquid-cooled four-cylinder engine
is tuned for strong low-end and mid-range power, for smooth and easy riding around
town. Whether you’re on the back roads or the open highway, you’ll appreciate the
GSX650F’s comfortable design, including a more upright seating position that makes all-
day rides a pleasure.
SPECIFICATIONS
Engine: In-line four-cylinder, four-stroke, DOHC Tyres: F: 120/60ZR17 R: 160/60ZR17
liquid-cooled Seat height: 790mm
Displacement: 656cc Kerb weight: 241kg (wet)
Power/Torque: NA Fuel capacity: 19L
Transmission: Six-speed, wet multi-plate Warranty/Service interval: Two years,
clutch, chain fi nal drive unlimited km/NA

VERDICT: LEARN STREET SMARTS LAMS APPROVED

With the ultimate in riding comfort, high technology and effortless performance, you can always rely on the TRIUMPH TROPHY SE
Triumph Trophy to get you there in complete luxury. So wherever the destination and whatever the distance,
from crossing continents to day trips, let Triumph’s Trophy melt away the miles. $27,990
SPECIFICATIONS
Engine: Liquid-cooled, 12 valve, DOHC, in-line Tyres: F: 120/70ZR17 R: 190/55ZR17
three-cylinder Seat height: 800–820mm
Displacement: 1251cc Kerb weight: 295kg (dry)
Power/Torque: 98.5kW @ 8900rpm/120Nm Fuel capacity: 26L
@ 6450rpm Warranty/Service interval: Two years,
Transmission: Six-speed, wet multi-plate unlimited km/16,000km
clutch, shaft fi nal drive
VERDICT: MILE EATER

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