Kawasaki Barako Ii 175 vs Suzuki Raider R150
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Kawasaki Barako Ii 175
Suzuki Raider R150
Horsepower (hp)
13.5 hp
13.5 hp
Torque (Nm)
13.7 Nm
13.5 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
120 km/h
130 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
121 kg
107 kg
Type
Commuter
Commuter
Horsepower
~13.5 hp @ 7,500 rpm (estimated)
~13.5 hp @ 9,000 rpm (carbureted); ~15.7 hp @ 9,000 rpm (Fi variant — best estimate)
Torque
~13.7 Nm @ 6,000 rpm (estimated)
~13.5 Nm @ 7,000 rpm (carbureted); ~14.0 Nm @ 7,500 rpm (Fi variant — best estimate)
Top Speed
~120 km/h (estimated)
~130 km/h (estimated; note: varies by variant and conditions)
Weight
~121 kg (wet/curb weight)
~107–112 kg (curb/wet weight depending on variant)
Fuel
~3.5 L/100km or ~28 km/L (typical real-world average)
35–40 km/L (approximately 2.5–2.9 L/100km, real-world average; Fi variant slightly more efficient)
Fairing
No
Yes
Individual Reviews
Kawasaki Barako Ii 175
7.0/10
"The most practical used buy for utility-focused Filipino riders."
Pros
+Parts everywhere, dirt cheap
+Bulletproof simple engine
+Handles rough roads well
Cons
−Highway cruising is miserable
−Rear frame cracks common
−Dated suspension, harsh ride
Suzuki Raider R150
8.2/10
"The sharpest used buy under two grand, period."
Pros
+Strong, rev-happy engine
+Tight, confidence-inspiring chassis
+Fuel injection runs cleanly
Cons
−Cam chain tensioner concerns
−Cramped above average height
−Wind protection essentially nonexistent