Aprilia STX 150

Overview

Showcased at Piaggio India annual dealer’s meet, the Aprilia STX 150 is a naked, entry-level motorcycle has been designed as the asphalt specialist, a commuter on the weekdays while a beast on the weekends. Tailored to offer optimum performance and a design language worth applauding, the daily commuter does promise smart figures. With all the modern features, futuristic design and a modest engine, the Aprilia STX 150 offer a comfortable ride across the busy roads.

Being already on sale in Singapore and New Zealand, the commuter is available in three traditional colors- black, white and red. The chiselled fuel tank does justice to its demeanour while the clip on handlebars adds sportiness to the bike’s character. The Aprilia STX 150 gets a wider seat for additional comfort and the sharp headlamps add to its sporty look. The knee recesses on the fuel tank offer additional control and efficient braking while on the corners.

The Aprilia STX 150 is powered by 149cc, our stroke, twin valve, SOHC, air-cooled engine with a KEIHIN 22mm carburettor capable of offering ideal performance at varying speeds. For a smoother acceleration at every terrain possible, the engine has been mated to a 5-speed transmission and multi-plate clutch. The bike exhibits a strongly assembled framework while promises lower fuel consumption. Coming to the instrument console, the Aprilia STX 150 gets an analogue-digital panel with all the necessary information. The wheelbase of 1330 mm is powerful to handle the bike well on speeding corners while getting a fuel capacity of 18 litres. The suspension duties are handled by a hydraulic fork in the front while the rear gets a  twin shock with adjustable spring preload. The Aprilia STX 150 gets 240mm single disc in the front and 104mm rear drum brake. The commuter bike will compete in the Indian market with the likes of Suzuki Gixxer, Bajaj Pulsar 150 and Yamaha FZ.