Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500 vs Suzuki Gixxer SF

Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500 Price starts at Rs. 2.07 Lakh which is Rs. 70,207 costlier than base model of Suzuki Gixxer SF priced at Rs. 1.37 Lakh. The claimed mileage of Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500 is 30 kmpl whereas the mileage of Suzuki Gixxer SF is 45 kmpl. In technical specifications, Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500 is powered by 499 cc cc engine , while Suzuki Gixxer SF is powered by 155 cc engine. Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500 is available in 3 different colours while Suzuki Gixxer SF comes with 4 colours. The Comparison Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500 vs Suzuki Gixxer SF can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

Thunderbird 500 vs Gixxer SF

Key Highlights Thunderbird 500 ABSGixxer SF Standard Edition
Engine Type Single cylinder, 4 stroke, Spark ignition, Air cooled 4-Cycle, 1-cylinder, Air cooled
Max Power 27.57 PS @ 5250 rpm 13.6 PS @ 8000 rpm
Mileage (ARAI) 30 kmpl ...

Thunderbird 500 vs Gixxer SF Key Highlights

Basic Info Thunderbird 500 ABSGixxer SF Standard Edition
Rating
56 reviews
493 reviews
Brand Name Royal Enfield Suzuki
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 2.07 Lakh Rs. 1.37 Lakh View On Road Price
Engine Type Single cylinder, 4 stroke, Spark ignition, Air cooled 4-Cycle, 1-cylinder, Air cooled
Max Power 27.57 PS @ 5250 rpm 13.6 PS @ 8000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Gixxer SF Colors
Brakes Front Disc Disc
Brakes Rear Disc Disc
Mileage (ARAI) 30 kmpl ...
Wheel Size Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Spoke Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Single Channel
Starting Kick and Self Start Self Start Only
Speedometer Analogue Digital
EMI ...
Rs. 3,950 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance ... Rs. 10,996 Gixxer SF Insurance
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Engine Type
Single cylinder, 4 stroke, Spark ignition, Air cooled
4-Cycle, 1-cylinder, Air cooled
Engine Displacement
499 cc
155 cc
Max Power
27.57 PS @ 5250 rpm
13.6 PS @ 8000 rpm
Max Torque
41.3 Nm @ 4000 rpm
13.8 Nm @ 6000 rpm
Emission Type
bs4
bs6-2.0
Bore
84 mm
56 mm
Stroke
90 mm
62.9 mm
No Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Valve Per Cylinder
2
2
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Digital Electronic Ignition
...
Compression Ratio
8.5:1
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Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Disc
Disc

Mileage (Overall)
...
45 kmpl
0-60 kmph
4.65s
...
Mileage (ARAI)
30 kmpl
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Suspension-Front
Telescopic Forks
...
Chassis
Single Downtube, Using Engine As Stressed Member
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Suspension-Rear
Twin gas charged shock absorbers with 5-step adjustable preload
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Tyre Size
Front :-90/90-19 Rear :-120/80-18
Front :-100/80-17, Rear :-140/60-17
Wheel Size
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tube
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Spoke
Alloy
Optimum Tyre pressure (Rider)
22 psi
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Seat height
...
795 mm
Length*Width*Height
2060*790*1205
2025*715*1035 mm3
Wheelbase
1350 mm
1340 mm
Length
2060 mm
2025 mm
Ground Clearance
135 mm
165 mm
Height
1205 mm
1035 mm
Width
790 mm
715 mm
Fuel Capacity
20 L
12 Liters
Kerb Weight
...
148 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Diameter
280 mm
...
Rear Brake Diameter
240 mm
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Battery Type
...
Lead Acid
Additional Features
...
Twin Muffler, Aerodynamic Design, Side Stand Interlock
LED tail lights
Turn Signal Lamp
Bulb
LED

ABS
Dual Channel
Single Channel
Body Type
Cruiser Bikes, Tourer Bikes
Sports Bikes
Starting
Kick and Self Start
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Split
Pass Switch
Speedometer
Analogue
Digital
Tachometer
Analogue
...
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Average Fuel economy
...
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Clock
Stepup Seat
Low Oil Indicator
...
Passenger Footrest
Projector Headlights
...
Passenger Backrest
...
Cooling System
Air Cooled
Air Cooled
Console
Analogue and Digital
...
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Connectivity
...

Standard Warranty (Years)
...
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
10000
...

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives

Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500

  • Torquey engine
  • Features
  • Highway cruising capability

Suzuki Gixxer SF

  • Sporty styling
  • fantastic fit and finish levels
  • Great handling dynamics

Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500

  • No ABS

Suzuki Gixxer SF

  • Expensive!
  • brakes lack bite and feedback
  • BS6 update has dropped performance
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Q. I have lots of confusion Suzuki Gixxer SF or Yamaha R15 V3, which is best bike in all situation like price, comfort, mileage, maintenance, accessories cost and so on.
  • Both are good vehicles. But R15v3 has more power than Gixxer sf.prise is also bit aggressive than Gixxer sf.Maintenance of both are same.Gixxer sf is some more comfortable than R15v3.
  • Go for Gixxer SF for price , mileage , maintenance, if you are looking speed and pickup i prefer R15
  • Go for GIXXER SF
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Q. I want to buy bike 150cc to 160cc which one should i go with Suzuki Gixxer SF or Yamaha MT15 or Yamaha FZ or recent Hero Xtreme 160 R or Honda X-Blade or TVS Apachi 160 or Bajaj Pulsar.Also assist me with which one doesn't have gear indicator?
  • Vinod Here MT15 is pure performance oriented bike you can't compare with other. and among 150-160 according to my experience and opinion Apache 160 will be my first choice over NS200 which comes as second coz of the stock tyres they offer. Third will be the new contentender with more intent is Hero Xtreme I was impressed with it's wonderful handling and performance but I don't like it's styling ( but if you like its styling you can go for it blindfolded) and the next will be Gixxer SF 155 especially for its riding comfort and styling which also gives good mileage among the first two.And finally To be frank I don't think change in the tank design front head lamps will help you to long last in this 150-160cc segment which both Honda and Yamaha is doing by their Blade/Hornet/trigger/Dazzler and FZ FZ FZ
  • Yo can go with MT-15 / Gixxer sf. & There is no gear indicator in fz.
  • Just go and test ride to find your companion
Q. Which bike offers better pillion comfort between Yamaha R15 V3, Suzuki Gixxer SF 150 and Yamaha FZ-S V3.0. My dream is to own a sports bike but with good pillion comfort.
  • Honestly they both have a high pillion seat,which will make it difficult for the pillion,because these bikes are made in such designs that it will provide more comfort to the rider.... but if you are comparing both bikes,gixxer will provide more comfort for the pillion than R15
  • Yamaha is totally sports bike for single that have pillion seat is not more comfortable Ab aap har waqt to friends ko baithayege nahi kabhi ghar wale Bhi pillion seat pe baithe ge si that condition for all types comforts Gixxer is better options
  • Fz.s v3. If you need sports bike you can choose Gixxer sf for better pillion comfort
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Thunderbird 500 Vs Gixxer SF Comparison FAQs

Which bike is cheaper Thunderbird 500 vs Gixxer SF?

The Suzuki Gixxer SF is cheaper than Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500 by Rs. 70,207.

Which bike offers better performance Thunderbird 500 vs Gixxer SF?

For the ABS version, 499 cc Petrol engine of Thunderbird 500 produces 27.57 PS @ 5250 rpm of power and 41.3 Nm @ 4000 rpm of torque. Whereas for the Standard Edition version, 155 cc Petrol engine of Gixxer SF produces 13.6 PS @ 8000 rpm of power and 13.8 Nm @ 6000 rpm of torque

User Reviews of Comparison

  • Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500
  • Suzuki Gixxer SF
  • not driven that much its perfectly well maintained condition recently i chage both tyres also and also there is motowings performance high end exhaust in it,if want orginal silencer also its ter all accessories avaliable and papers all clear.

    Mek few weeks ago
  • I think royal enfield is the best bike maker in india.If everything is ok then go for it blindly.This is total balanced two wheelers and stand in all aspects.

    Shashi Singh few weeks ago
  • Very good afternoon so much better than nothing but if there is anything you are interested please find my updated

    Atanu Sarkar 3 weeks ago
  • Great bike but I want to upgrade to 650cc with abs thunderbird500 is powered and very muchcomfortable

    Sunil Varma few weeks ago
  • all over ratings 100% good looking mileage,speed

    Muhammad Atif few weeks ago
User Reviews
  • I was previously driving Discover 125. I was in search of a new bike. I was a bit confused between Honda Hornet, Yamaha FZS v3 and Suzuki Gizzer SF. I saw all the 3 bikes in the showroom. Hornet was not so eye catchy. So I rejected Hornet. Then I choose FZS v3, as I have heard Yamaha bikes have very refined engines. I have also test rided Gixxer SF 150. Once I saw a person parking the FZS v3 outside and it was looking so u**y after riding for sometime. Then I went straight to Suzuki showroom and booked the Gixxer SF 150. I have choosen Gixxer SF over FZS as it also have some additional features like time, gear shift indicator and also the sexy look. Whereever I goes, all people stares on my bike.Seats space: I am having a small kid of 4 yrs. There is enough room for me, my kid and my wife in the bike. We have travelled 160 kms at a stretch without any problem. Now about the performance and riding controls.Its a fun bike to ride. Performance of this bike is also very gud. We can easily cruise over 80-90 kmph without any stress to the engine. But I have not tried on this speed. Riding control is also very gud. We can easily maneuver in city traffic without any stress on your body.Milage: I got mileage of around 55-56 km before first servicing. I am not an aggressive biker. I takes atmost care of my bike. I kept speed within 60-65 kmph. Now have done my first servicing now. Serviceing cost is also cheap. I got a bill of Rs. 699/- which includes synthetic oil. After servicing I have not rode much. Will check the mileage and update. And now regarding the ABS noise. I have seen some persons complained about the noise in the ABS. But frankly speaking I am not getting any annoying noise from the ABS during hard breaking. I have checked multiple times. May be this was coming in some of the first batches of the bikes. I had purchased the bike on 13th Sept., 2019.

    Ritesh Kumar few weeks ago
  • I’m using Suzuki Gixxer SF Fi ABS since 27th Sep 2017, about (38000km) and the bike feels so amazing to ride and confident in cornering that it makes you push it more. And yes, of course, the bike is awesome for touring long-distance while continue riding. The last tour which I completed on it is from India to Nepal 4 days tour covering about 1800 km and guess what no back pain no discomfort “I ride the bike all alone. (Tour was of 29 Dec 2018 to 01 Jan 2019)Mileage with power great combo. As we are maintaining the speed of 85–90 km/ hrs and my Gixxer never disappoints me in mileage, power, comfort and style. Whenever we were stopped by Nepal Police they get excited about my Gixxer like it is some superbike for them an awesome experience. The route in Nepal is made on valley so power is required to maintain and my Gixxer never disappoints me.

    Abhishek Sinha few weeks ago
  • It’s a best touring and adventure mix bike having problem only in ground clearanceanother one performance is very good and mileage is also very good because it’s give me near about of up to 45 in highway when i am going to cruise hundred 110 speed maintain and and i have done one day you are five 600 km in one day

    Mayank Singh few weeks ago
  • Build quality and engine refinement are 10/10.Suzuki has nailed it.Best tourer sports bike for both rider and pillion.No back pain issues.It delivers a mileage of greater than 50.Best led lights in its segment for long and bright vision.Definitely a value for money bike.Don't think twice.Go and grab one.

    Abishek 700 few weeks ago
  • Superb bike, stylish new generation looks and features offered by Suzuki . Personally Gixxer sf is my one of the favourite bike under sports bike category Price is good looks and features are very good .this is best bike for every sports bike lovers in comfortable range .

    Lokesh Verma few weeks ago
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