Kawasaki Rouser Ns 160 vs Suzuki Gixxer 150
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Kawasaki Rouser Ns 160 vs Suzuki Gixxer 150. Kawasaki Rouser Ns 160: 15.5 hp @ 8,500 rpm hp, 148 kg (curb/wet weight) weight, top speed ~125 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.0/10. Suzuki Gixxer 150: ~14.8 hp @ 8,000 rpm hp, ~135 kg (curb/wet weight) weight, top speed ~125 km/h (estimated; note: varies by conditions and rider weight), Motoryk rating 7.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Kawasaki Rouser Ns 160
Suzuki Gixxer 150
Horsepower (hp)
15.5 hp
14.8 hp
Torque (Nm)
14.6 Nm
14 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
125 km/h
125 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
148 kg
135 kg
Type
Naked
Naked
Horsepower
15.5 hp @ 8,500 rpm
~14.8 hp @ 8,000 rpm
Torque
14.6 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
~14 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
Top Speed
~125 km/h
~125 km/h (estimated; note: varies by conditions and rider weight)
Weight
148 kg (curb/wet weight)
~135 kg (curb/wet weight)
Fuel
approximately 3.2 L/100km or ~31 km/L (typical real-world average)
~2.8 L/100km (approx. 35–40 km/L real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Kawasaki Rouser Ns 160
7.0/10
"Honest, capable commuter that rewards careful buyers willing to inspect thoroughly."
Pros
+Punchy usable mid-range torque
+USD forks feel genuinely planted
+Low running and service costs
Cons
−Handlebar vibration at highway speeds
−Throttle body carbon buildup issues
−Cheap fairing clips crack easily
Suzuki Gixxer 150
7.5/10
"Honest, stylish commuter that earns its used price most days."
Pros
+Fuel injection runs flawlessly
+Surprisingly sporty ergonomics
+Strong dealer parts availability
Cons
−Suspension too soft loaded
−Used prices rarely bargain
−Brakes lack confident bite
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