Drag Race Video: KTM 125 Duke vs Suzuki Gixxer SF

KTM 125 Duke vs Suzuki Gixxer SF (Drag Race): KTM 125 Duke can be seen sprinting with Suzuki Gixxer SF in this video by Rough Rider Azam. The initial acceleration by Gixxer SF was really impressive as the motorcycle gained a lead over the 125cc Duke in a matter of few seconds. The things changed once the Duke started gaining some speed, clearly overtaking the Gixxer SF in triple-digit range and winning with a decent margin. However, the speedometer error on the Gixxer SF showed that it is faster than the Duke 125, even when it was struggling to keep up with the premium streetfighter.

Drag Race Video: 125 Duke vs Gixxer SF

Video Source: Rough Rider Azam

The error became visible once both the riders passed the 120 kph mark. KTM 125 Duke is priced much higher in comparison to the Gixxer SF but power output is better on the affordable version. The fully-faired motorcycle is not just cost-effective but also features impressive shades that look awesome on the faired body while changes on the Duke are limited to the fuel tank only. Here is a complete comparison for both the bikes in this drag race.

KTM 125 Duke vs Suzuki Gixxer SF

Engine & Gearbox

125 Duke

• Displacement: 124.7cc
• Cooling Type: Liquid-Cooled
• Max. Power: 14.5 PS @ 9250 rpm
• Max. Torque: 12 Nm @ 8000 rpm
• Gearbox: 6-Speed
• Fuel System: Fuel Injection

Gixxer SF

• Displacement: 154.9cc
• Cooling Type: Air-Cooled
• Max. Power: 14.8 PS @ 8000 rpm
• Max. Torque: 14.0 Nm @ 6000 rpm
• Gearbox: 5-Speed
• Fuel System: Carburetor/Fuel Injection

Brakes & Suspension

125 Duke

• Front Brake: 300mm Single Disc
• Rear Brake: 230mm Single Disc
• 1-Channel ABS
• Front Suspension: USD Telescopic Forks
• Rear Suspension: Monoshock

Gixxer SF

• Front Brake: 266mm Single Disc
• Rear Brake: 240mm Single Disc
• 1-Channel ABS
• Front Suspension: Telescopic Forks
• Rear Suspension: Monoshock

Dimensions & Weight

125 Duke

• Overall Length – 1993 mm
• Overall Width – 789 mm
• Overall Height – 1083 mm
• Ground Clearance – 175 mm
• Seat Height – 818 mm
• Wheelbase – 1366 mm
• Kerb/Wet Weight – 148 kg
• Fuel Tank Capacity – 10.2 litres

Gixxer SF

• Overall Length – 2050 mm
• Overall Width – 785 mm
• Overall Height – 1085 mm
• Ground Clearance – 160 mm
• Seat Height – 780 mm
• Wheelbase – 1330 mm
• Kerb/Wet Weight – 140 kg (Fi+ABS)
• Kerb/Wet Weight – 141 kg (Carb+ABS)
• Fuel Tank Capacity – 12 litres

Tyre Size

125 Duke

• Front Tyre – 110/70-R17
• Rear Tyre – 150/60-R17

Gixxer SF

• Front Tyre – 100/80-17
• Rear Tyre – 140/60-R17

Ex-Showroom Price

• KTM 125 Duke: INR 1.18 Lakh
• Gixxer SF Carb+ABS: INR 97,007
• Gixxer SF Fi+ABS: INR 1.01 Lakh