Suzuki GS150R

r0rshack replied

05-09-2019, 11:59 PM
Re: Suzuki GS150R

Got a chance to visit nearby Kotagiri two weeks back. A morning ride along with the wifey and back by evening. Beautiful place and well maintained roads. This being my first "trip" to a hill station with the GS.

I had only serviced the GS with a local mechanic, just the usuals, at 73000+ kms, the oil consumption is higher and some drop in the smoothness, mileage has dropped to below 50's. Occasionaly, there is this shortage of breath sound comming from the silencer, but what made me worry was when i was riding some not so steep uphill sections on the way to catherine falls near kotagiri. The GS almost stalled while climbing and i was on 2nd Gear. Maybe i was riding wrong, but does the fuel level play a part in this? i had only filled 5 litres on route when i hit reserve and travelled close to 80 kms when this happened. Doesnt give much confidence to ride it to Ooty.

My wife thought i was taking her pic!

I'm sure ive seen these color combinations on a motorcycle somewhere!
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smithclarkson01 replied

04-05-2019, 05:07 PM
Re: Suzuki GS150R

You need the manual to find the correct clearance, and a set of feeler gauges. You will probably find that the valves have "screw and locknut" adjusters. The manual will tell you what position to turn the engine to, but if not, you turn the engine until the rocker is at its highest position (i.e. so that the valve is not being pressed down). There will be a range of engine positions where this is true - you need as near the middle of the range as possible. Find the largest feeler gauge (or combination of them) which will fit between the screw and the top of the valve, and check whether that is ok against the clearance. The feeler gauge show slide through the gap with just a little friction. If the clearance is already ok according to the manual, that's not your problem.
If you need to adjust it, undo the locknut, adjust the screw to get the right clearance, then tighten the locknut while holding the screw in position. Re-check the clearance 9Apps VidMate Vlc

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BlackPanther replied

02-19-2019, 10:59 PM
Re: GS150R

My GS is in storage for last 8 months. It was stored safely inside one of my rooms. Unfortunately the room was also used to stock rice and groceries which has attracted Rodents. Sad to see most of the wires chewed off. I have cleaned the mess, added few drops of Oil in the Combustion chamber, filed air in tires and the bike is back to storage.

I am very much afraid if the wiring harness will be available for the infamous GS when I Start using the bike (post 2020). I am planning to keep this bike till my clock stops.

Same is the case with Unicorn. But I can easily source the harness for Unicorn.

Regards,
Anand
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gs150r_gilbert replied

02-05-2019, 03:48 AM
Re: GS150R - Red GS Pre-Update!

Hello fellow GSpians!

The winter here in Valle de México has been particularly forgiving, allowing me to better enjoy city rides 3 to 5 times per week at different times of day. Cold mornings, though, make the use of choke almost mandatory to get good response from GS.

I meant to write a more complete update on GS, but I decided to wait a little and make a video instead. I will upload it very soon!

Here is a brief update on my red GS before the video:

* I got rid of the stock rear tyre, as I saw no point in keeping it until the rainy season, beginning in May. As planned, I installed a 3.5 R18 T/T Pirelli City Demon. The new wider, stickier tyre is working real well, just with the expected reduction in final speed of about 5-7 Km/Hr. I am able to extract 115 Km/Hr without really stressing the engine and that's fine with me. I have not noticed any reduction below 100, which is really good if you ask me.

As I mentioned before on one of my posts, the stickier tyre works as a decent substitute for ABS (at least for me). I have not locked the rear wheel not even once after the change. I just took it easy for the first 100 or so Kms right after the change, and things went on as a charm from there.

* I noticed that this GS is drinking a bit of oil compared to my previous GS. I have added around 300 ml after the first change--5 months ago. I am expecting to add a total 400 ml before the new (3,000-Km) oil change comes in March. Ride quality is very good otherwise.

* My first real use of the tachometer happened yesterday, when I revved up the bike as a test only, and I got a quick response from the engine above 8,500 rpms in power mode between 4th and 6th without any fuss. I was only able to use 6th for about 5 seconds before traffic interrupted the bliss, but GS was still going strong almost getting to 9k in a progressive way.

More details will be added later, including gasoline petcock, drive chain and brakes. Everything is in very good condition and working fine, with the exception of the front brake pads, which can get squeaky, even after being serviced twice. Mech says the only real solution is to change the set of pads.

The pictures below are from one of the edges of Mexico City, a beautiful area called Lomas Verdes. I just couldn't resist and decided to take a few pictures there.

Does anyone have any GS updates? Any major engine work? Has anyone changed to another bike?

Talk to you soon!

Gilbert

EDIT: Before I forget, I found an inspiring GS video the other day....

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r0rshack replied

11-18-2018, 05:39 PM
Re: Candy Red GS150R Update - GS Replacement... Finally?

Originally posted by gs150r_gilbert View Post

What do you guys think? Finally a replacement for GS? A bike for India and Latin America in 2019? More seasoned GSpians should be able to see the technical differences! But, is it a looker?

That grab rail looks so out of place.

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In other update..

Mileage hovers around 40-50 nowadays and back to LEDs after replacing the battery.
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gs150r_gilbert replied

11-15-2018, 12:32 AM

Re: Candy Red GS150R Update - GS Replacement... Finally?

Hello fellow GSpians, how are you?

Here's a dual post/reply regarding my red GS and... what could be the replacement for our bike (your thoughts needed!) But that would be the second part of the post.

GS has been performing very well. At almost 4,000 Kms on the odo, the "roughness" of the engine is almost gone. Roshfrans' Motonic (synblend) is working all right with the exception of those cold days where the oil seems to remain "cold" for a few kms. Repsol semi was better in that regard, but it was a thinner oil that, according to a mechanic, would not protect the same as a thicker 10w 40. Once warmed up, the red Suzuki runs like a champ with the Motonic.

Top speed so far (around 3,500 Kms on odo) has been 122 Km/Hr. My plan is to change the rear tyre to Pirelli's City Demon 3.50, which I had on my previous (black) GS. I noticed this particular rear tyre looks and DEFINITELY is wider than other 3.50s, basically matching a 110/80, which is great for the VFM of this Pirelli tyre. As I mentioned in one of my previous posts, tendency to lock under hard braking is much less with the rubber 3.50 from Pirelli compared to factory MRF.

Anyway, I am really pleased with the purchase, particularly since other similar motorcycles (or bikes in the same segment) such as Unicorn 160 and Gixxer 155 are selling for 1800-2100 USD brand new in Mexico. Other Latin Americans country see prices even higher than that. I paid only 1100 USD for my registered, 3K Km on odo red GS. Below is a picture of my GS outside a client's home in Valle Dorado Mexico.

Now as for the other bike I mentioned before, I am pretty sure you have seen it before! But here it is:

What do you guys think? Finally a replacement for GS? A bike for India and Latin America in 2019? More seasoned GSpians should be able to see the technical differences! But, is it a looker?

Talk to you later!

SpecificationsSee full specifications

Displacement	147.3 cc
Maximum Power	18.9 HP @ 10,500 rpm
Maximum Torque	14 Nm @ 9,000 rpm
Number of Cylinders	1
Seat Height	790 mm
Ground Clearance	150 mm
Kerb/Wet Weight	Approx 145 kg
Top Speed	Approx 125 kmph

QUICK FACTS & SUMMARY
Bike Variant	Suzuki Bandit 150
Current Status	Upcoming
Body Type	Commuter
Fuel Type	Petrol
Mileage	45-55 kmpl (Approx.)
Price in India	Bandit 150 is expected to be priced around INR 90,000 in India (ex-showroom).
Shades	Metallic Matte Titanium Silver, Stronger Red / Titanium Black, Brilliant White / Aura Yellow, Titanium Black
Vehicle Overview	Suzuki Bandit 150 is the youngest motorcycle to carry the Bandit nameplate internationally. The motorcycle is powered by a 147.3cc, single cylinder engine, producing 18.9 HP and 14 Nm. It is the same engine that Suzuki offers on GSX-R150 and GSX-S150. The motorcycle comes with commuter specific components and slightly enhanced design lines. Still, the power value is comparable to India spec Yamaha R15.
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Standout Features	LED Lights, Dual Disc Brakes, Sporty Design
ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS
Engine Description	Water-Cooled, Four-Stroke
Fuel System	Fuel Injection
Cooling	Water-Cooled
Displacement	147.3 cc
Maximum Power	18.9 HP @ 10,500 rpm
Maximum Torque	14 Nm @ 9,000 rpm
Number of Cylinders	1
Bore	62 mm
Stroke	48.8 mm
Valve System	DOHC
GEARBOX & CLUTCH
Gearbox Type	6-Speed Manual
DIMENSIONS & WEIGHT
Overall Length	2000 mm
Overall Width	745 mm
Overall Height	1035 mm
Ground Clearance	150 mm
Seat Height	790 mm
Wheelbase	1300 mm
Dry Weight	135 kg
Kerb/Wet Weight	Approx 145 kg

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gs150r_gilbert replied

09-16-2018, 08:37 AM
Re: Suzuki GS150R

Originally posted by ashwanth.r View Post

Hi Gil, tell your friend it can go more. A GS with 2 lac kms on the odo: https://www.xbhp.com/talkies/motorcy...ml#post1303580

The GS150R era is, unfortunately over. I don't think there will be another ZMA from Honda, GS from Suzuki, or an Apache 150/Fiero from TVS (Suzuki). My friend's UG2 Bajaj Pulsar 150 did a good 1.3 lacs before the engine required a mild overhaul (new cylinder-piston kit and new clutch plates) - he even left the valves untouched. Sad, but this is what the most of the Indian market wants now - use&throw motorcycles with lots of bells and whistles.

Wow, that 200,000-Km GS is just AWESOME, Ashwanth.r! And I agree with you that we definitely need more motorcycles like GS, Indian ZMA, and the other ones! real, solid machines can pass the test of time. No more use & throw, please!
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Murtaza replied

09-15-2018, 09:16 AM
Re: Suzuki GS150R

55555 and still going strong
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gs150r_gilbert replied

09-14-2018, 11:55 PM
Re: Suzuki GS150R

Originally posted by Swami OH Gere View Post

Nice! You bought an almost new GS150R when there is supposed to be none . Good to see that you got a high resale value on the old bike as well. Keep the updates coming.

Hello Swami,
Thanks a lot for your comment my friend, I know what you mean. It is really good to be able to grab such a great bike basically new; sad to see how little attention this GS got from its previous owner, though: just 2 guarantee services from Suzuki (most probably without oil filter change, just the oil) and that was it.
Something interesting the previous owner did mention was, there are still a few GSs being imported to Colombia, with a few minor design changes, and upon request, you can get one imported to Mexico, for some extra money of course. But those are Indian motorcycles coming to America in very small numbers. If they bring back GS150r in the form of "the revolutionary new GS150r" in Pakistan or elsewhere, chances to get a new GS150r will increase. I was told by the dealer in Lomas Verdes, near Mexico City, that Suzuki will offer parts for GS for as long as needed, but only when previously ordered. Waiting for parts here is usually 10 days, so it's not like GS was completely killed. Let's see how things go.
Talk to you later guys, and thanks again for your kind comments.....
Gil
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Swami OH Gere replied

09-14-2018, 08:29 PM
Re: Suzuki GS150R

Originally posted by gs150r_gilbert View Post

Great to hear about your legendary GS! Funny thing is, when I was selling my black GS to this guy, I did mention to him the fact that "someone in India" had ridden a GS150r for over 100,000 Kms, and he seemed pretty impressed... and 130,000 Kms is even more impressing if you ask me.

I just hope more motorcycles like GS would come from Suzuki or any maker really, but the order is kind of tall considering the current trends in the segment.

Cheers,

Gil

Nice! You bought an almost new GS150R when there is supposed to be none . Good to see that you got a high resale value on the old bike as well. Keep the updates coming.
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ashwanth.r replied

09-14-2018, 02:01 PM
Re: Suzuki GS150R

Originally posted by gs150r_gilbert View Post

Great to hear about your legendary GS! Funny thing is, when I was selling my black GS to this guy, I did mention to him the fact that "someone in India" had ridden a GS150r for over 100,000 Kms, and he seemed pretty impressed... and 130,000 Kms is even more impressing if you ask me.

Hi Gil, tell your friend it can go more. A GS with 2 lac kms on the odo: https://www.xbhp.com/talkies/motorcy...ml#post1303580

I just hope more motorcycles like GS would come from Suzuki or any maker really, but the order is kind of tall considering the current trends in the segment.

Cheers,

Gil

The GS150R era is, unfortunately over. I don't think there will be another ZMA from Honda, GS from Suzuki, or an Apache 150/Fiero from TVS (Suzuki). My friend's UG2 Bajaj Pulsar 150 did a good 1.3 lacs before the engine required a mild overhaul (new cylinder-piston kit and new clutch plates) - he even left the valves untouched. Sad, but this is what the most of the Indian market wants now - use&throw motorcycles with lots of bells and whistles.

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gs150r_gilbert replied

09-14-2018, 09:16 AM
Re: Suzuki GS150R

Originally posted by sarvodaya View Post

Such a Nice Bike. Had one for 1,30,000 KMS. Best Reliable bike I had owned. Killed by stupid suzuki.

Here is my GS story https://www.xbhp.com/talkies/motorcy...57-months.html

Great to hear about your legendary GS! Funny thing is, when I was selling my black GS to this guy, I did mention to him the fact that "someone in India" had ridden a GS150r for over 100,000 Kms, and he seemed pretty impressed... and 130,000 Kms is even more impressing if you ask me.

I just hope more motorcycles like GS would come from Suzuki or any maker really, but the order is kind of tall considering the current trends in the segment.

Cheers,

Gil
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Kamlesh Kumar replied

09-12-2018, 11:55 AM
Re: Good-bye to GS, New Bike!

Originally posted by gs150r_gilbert View Post

Thank you guys for keeping this great forum alive, even though posts are now more scarce than before. I sometimes go back to older posts and keep finding valuable information, and that is something awesome about xbhp and the very friendly members here.

So, my black GS is gone! I sold it to a Suzuki enthusiast from Mexico City who preferred it even over a used 2008 Ninja 250 (saving a few hundred USD in the process). I believe he made the right decision, as the guy is in his thirties and not willing to pay a lot for ownership. He was happy with the purchase.

I felt a bit sad to let my GS go, but I was already motivated to move on, because I knew another Suzuki was waiting for me in a garage somewhere.

But before going there, a few comments about GS that you may find familiar, or possibly not so much.

* At 34,500 Kms my GS had received the following parts: rear tyre, front brake pads, a few oil filters, 2 iridium spark plugs, a number of light bulbs, even a 6000K H4 LED, 2 pairs of carb jets (for upjetting) and... basically nothing else that I can remember. Really cheap bike to maintain and run.

* My bike was due to get, within 1000 kms or so: rear brake shoe pads and front tyre. My plan was to extract some 5,000 more kms out of the chain-sprocket set. Never got to see it happen.

* Right after 25,000 Kms on the odo, my GS was able to keep up with everything 150cc, and a few 250s ridden not so hard, but with absolute smoothness. Getting to 9000 rpms on 6th gear was not a problem anymore. Just beautiful.

I lost about 20% of the purchase price when I sold it, as I did not buy it brand new in 2015, but I had a lot of fun with it. As I mentioned before, this kind of bike will pay itself off just by NOT using your car often, and being able to get from point A to point B to ensure you are on time for appointments and meeting with new clients (particularly if you work by the hour like me!)

I mean, nothing compares to a cheap -yet high quality- bike that will not cost you an eye every time you have to pay for servicing, or when you look at your yearly expenses on gasoline. GS showed me how great a 150cc bike can be when engineering meets good sense of style and practicality. Yet with a few flaws, as we all know, but those can be fixed, and I DID FIX every important problem my black GS had.

[ATTACH]243636[/ATTACH]

Now, as to the new bike! No, I did not buy the Inazuma I wanted, basically because I was not able to justify the investment. The bike is no longer imported to my country, and parts + servicing, additionally, would be just too expensive compared to GS for me. Hopefully that is different in India or other countries. Other 250s are also expensive, with the exception of all those depressing Chinese 250s, with all due respect to their owners.

I finally found the right motorcycle for my ACTUAL needs. Here it is:

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Someone in Mexico City was keeping this motorcycle in a storehouse, with about 3000 Kms on it and a dead battery. Basically a brand new GS150r which reminded me of my black GS when I bought it 3 years ago. I checked all the mechanical stuff and papers, and after riding it, I decided to buy the candy red GS. Not a 'Zuma, but a neat GS to continue the awesome experience with the bike.

I have a few plans for my bike, but modifying it is not really one of them, as the motorcycle came with 2 surprises: the right CPR7HSA spark plug, and a BETTER headlight projector than my previous GS. I do not know how this happened with the same model from the same country (both made in India), but it did! I just got rid of the elbow on the air filter and that released power between 6,000 and 8,000 rpms.

But I am planning on changing the pilot lights to DC and installing some high output T10s in there. I don't know about the headlamp, it is good enough for me right now.

The new GS felt a bit "hard" everywhere, as the previous owner would barely ride it (I made sure the engine did not suffer from this!) Anyway, my mechanic put a gel battery on it, changed the oil and oil filter (some visible metal shavings were found), and after buying gasoline for my new GS, I was ready to go.

GS at home:

[ATTACH]243640[/ATTACH]

My father kind of hated me for letting my black GS go, but loved the new red one when I was done with all the deep washing and the waxing (the previous owner would only wipe the bike every now and then). This red one looks gorgeous with only little attention, much better in person, really.

Thank you guys for reading, and I hope we will all keep this forum alive!

Gil

BTW, do you guys know where and how I can get the CPR7HSA replacement for later this year?

Great choice Gil,

Happy to see your new GS 150R in replacement of old one. I am about to finish 56K ODO in my GS and plan to continue with the same. I hope GS fan like us can keep this forum and machine alive forever

Happy Crusing!!

-KK
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sarvodaya replied

09-12-2018, 01:04 AM
Re: Suzuki GS150R

Such a Nice Bike. Had one for 1,30,000 KMS. Best Reliable bike I had owned. Killed by stupid suzuki.

Here is my GS story https://www.xbhp.com/talkies/motorcy...57-months.html
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gs150r_gilbert replied

09-11-2018, 10:26 AM
Re: Good-bye to GS, New Bike!

Thank you guys for keeping this great forum alive, even though posts are now more scarce than before. I sometimes go back to older posts and keep finding valuable information, and that is something awesome about xbhp and the very friendly members here.

So, my black GS is gone! I sold it to a Suzuki enthusiast from Mexico City who preferred it even over a used 2008 Ninja 250 (saving a few hundred USD in the process). I believe he made the right decision, as the guy is in his thirties and not willing to pay a lot for ownership. He was happy with the purchase.

I felt a bit sad to let my GS go, but I was already motivated to move on, because I knew another Suzuki was waiting for me in a garage somewhere.

But before going there, a few comments about GS that you may find familiar, or possibly not so much.

* At 34,500 Kms my GS had received the following parts: rear tyre, front brake pads, a few oil filters, 2 iridium spark plugs, a number of light bulbs, even a 6000K H4 LED, 2 pairs of carb jets (for upjetting) and... basically nothing else that I can remember. Really cheap bike to maintain and run.

* My bike was due to get, within 1000 kms or so: rear brake shoe pads and front tyre. My plan was to extract some 5,000 more kms out of the chain-sprocket set. Never got to see it happen.

* Right after 25,000 Kms on the odo, my GS was able to keep up with everything 150cc, and a few 250s ridden not so hard, but with absolute smoothness. Getting to 9000 rpms on 6th gear was not a problem anymore. Just beautiful.

I lost about 20% of the purchase price when I sold it, as I did not buy it brand new in 2015, but I had a lot of fun with it. As I mentioned before, this kind of bike will pay itself off just by NOT using your car often, and being able to get from point A to point B to ensure you are on time for appointments and meeting with new clients (particularly if you work by the hour like me!)

I mean, nothing compares to a cheap -yet high quality- bike that will not cost you an eye every time you have to pay for servicing, or when you look at your yearly expenses on gasoline. GS showed me how great a 150cc bike can be when engineering meets good sense of style and practicality. Yet with a few flaws, as we all know, but those can be fixed, and I DID FIX every important problem my black GS had.

Now, as to the new bike! No, I did not buy the Inazuma I wanted, basically because I was not able to justify the investment. The bike is no longer imported to my country, and parts + servicing, additionally, would be just too expensive compared to GS for me. Hopefully that is different in India or other countries. Other 250s are also expensive, with the exception of all those depressing Chinese 250s, with all due respect to their owners.

I finally found the right motorcycle for my ACTUAL needs. Here it is:

Someone in Mexico City was keeping this motorcycle in a storehouse, with about 3000 Kms on it and a dead battery. Basically a brand new GS150r which reminded me of my black GS when I bought it 3 years ago. I checked all the mechanical stuff and papers, and after riding it, I decided to buy the candy red GS. Not a 'Zuma, but a neat GS to continue the awesome experience with the bike.

I have a few plans for my bike, but modifying it is not really one of them, as the motorcycle came with 2 surprises: the right CPR7HSA spark plug, and a BETTER headlight projector than my previous GS. I do not know how this happened with the same model from the same country (both made in India), but it did! I just got rid of the elbow on the air filter and that released power between 6,000 and 8,000 rpms.

But I am planning on changing the pilot lights to DC and installing some high output T10s in there. I don't know about the headlamp, it is good enough for me right now.

The new GS felt a bit "hard" everywhere, as the previous owner would barely ride it (I made sure the engine did not suffer from this!) Anyway, my mechanic put a gel battery on it, changed the oil and oil filter (some visible metal shavings were found), and after buying gasoline for my new GS, I was ready to go.

GS at home:

My father kind of hated me for letting my black GS go, but loved the new red one when I was done with all the deep washing and the waxing (the previous owner would only wipe the bike every now and then). This red one looks gorgeous with only little attention, much better in person, really.

Thank you guys for reading, and I hope we will all keep this forum alive!

Gil

BTW, do you guys know where and how I can get the CPR7HSA replacement for later this year?
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