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Read about Suzuki Heat bike review. Suzuki Heat motorcycle is an entry-level motorcycle in India.

Suzuki Heat

Suzuki Heat
Heat, an entry level bike from Suzuki, is an effort to woo the economy-segment buyers with a more powerful bike. Equipped with genuine Suzuki technology, Suzuki Heat is available in two variants - Suzuki Heat 125 and Suzuki Heat Alloy which offer superb performance, excellent pick up and unmatchable fuel-efficiency. Features of both the models are same sans the alloy wheels.

Looks and Styling
Flashy decals and stylish graphics run the length of the bike, adding style. Multi-reflector headlamp enhances visibility as well as the looks. The bike is available in different colors like Candy Antares Red, Pearl Suzuki Medium Blue, and Pearl Nebular Black.

Control and Comfort
Safety features incorporated in this bike include asbestos-free brake shoe and bigger drum for instant braking, multi reflector head lamp etc. Other features like long seating arrangement, any gear starting, extra weight at handle bar for less vibration, 5 gear nad 'Seesaw' type pedal for smoother riding, wider carriage space, stylish muffler and heat shield, 'eco-range' marked speedometer and fuel gauge add to the comfort qualities of the vehicle.

Asbestos-free brake shoes and bigger drums make for instant braking. Primary Kick and Auto-Decompression System start the engine at any gear. Advanced Gearbox and Gearshift Pedal ensure smooth and convenient ride. The seats are ergonomically designed for easy ground access and minimum knee bending.

Engine
Heat has a single cylinder, four-stroke engine that delivers a displacement of 124cc. On the suspension aspect, telescopic coil springs perform at the front while the rear suspension is taken care by swing-arm type coil springs. The Heat has a large 12-litre fuel tank with a 2.1 reserve. This enables one to have longer rides without refueling in rural areas where petrol pumps are sparsely located. Robust engine has aluminum cylinder and fins for which help it in cooling.

Dimensions And Dry Mass
Overall length 2040 mm
Overall width 770 mm
Wheelbase 1240 mm
Ground clearance 155 mm
Overall height 1085 mm
Dry mass 110 kgs
Engine
Type Four-stroke, Air-cooled,OHC
Number of cylinders 1
Bore x Stroke 53.5 mm x 55.2 mm
Displacement 124 cm3 (cc)
Compression ratio 9.6:1
Carburettor VM18
Air cleaner Non-woven fabric element
Starter system Kick
Lubrication system Wet sump
Transmission
Clutch Wet multi-plate type
Transmission 5-speed constant mesh
Gearshift patterm 1-down, 4-up
Chassis
Front suspension Telescopic, Coil spring, Oil damped
Rear suspension Swing-arm type, Coil spring, Oil damped
Front brake Drum brake (130 mm)
Rear brake Drum brake (130 mm)
Front tyre size 2.75 -18.4PR
Rear tyre size 3.00-18.6PR
Electrical
Ignition type Electronic Ignition (CDI)
Spark plug NGK
Battery 12V 9.0kC (2.5 Ah)/10HR
Headlight 12V 35/35W
Brake light/Tail-Light 12V 21/5W
Fuel Tank : Capacities
Including reserve 12.0 L
Reserve 2.1 L