2019 Suzuki Gixxer SF 250 review, road test

The Gixxer SF 250 proves to be a very competent sport bike for the road.

Published on Sep 25, 2019 07:00:00 AM

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2019 Suzuki Gixxer SF 250 review, road test

Chrome-finished exhaust trim is an eyesore that doesn’t gel well.

Suzuki’s Easy Start system is convenient and works well.

V-shaped LED tailight stands out thanks to its clean and simple design.

The Gixxer SF is an attractive motorcycle. No two ways about it. Look at it from any direction and you will see aggressive, but smooth design lines that meet to form a striking style. The trident-like full-LED headlight dominates the frontal section and the tiny flyscreen looks quite subdued in comparison. From the side, the large fairing gives you a peek at the special bronze engine casing while linking every other part of the bike in the most proportionate way. The chunky tank resembles the one from the older Gixxers, but it stands out a bit more on this one because it sits higher than almost everything else. The posterior, meanwhile, features a clean and simple design, with a V-shaped LED tail-light that has an understated charm to it. Speaking of LEDs, the SF could really do with a set of sleeker LED turn indicators.

Black-on-black graphics look classy and unique at the same time.

Step closer to the bike and you’ll notice almost unmatched quality levels at this price point. The standard of the paint is top-notch; and so is the fit and finish. Details like the small caps that cover exposed bolts on the clip-ons and the painted inner fairing are delightful. However, on the downside, the fuel cap doesn’t click shut and requires a manual turn of the key.