Suzuki Skydrive Sport: Why is it loved so much?

If you are living in the Philippines, you must be aware of the growing number of scooters here in the country. Scooters are easy on the pocket, cheap to maintain, and quite practical as well. They are the perfect means of transport in crowded cities with packed streets. Perhaps, this is why there are various scooters brands present in the country. Suzuki Philippines have been catering to such an audience for many years now and one of its popular offerings in this segment is the Skydrive Sport. Launched in the third quarter of 2018, let us see why this scooter is loved so much.

Compact and slim dimensions

Being an entry-level AT-scooter, the Suzuki Skydrive Sport has very compact and slim dimensions. This makes it a lightweight two-wheeler which is easier to handle and manoeuvre in the city. Since it has been targeted at the youth of the country, its compact and slim body attracts female buyers as well.

Stylish headlamp

In order to make the scooter compact, Suzuki didn’t compromise on the styling. The Skydrive Sport features a very stylish and attractive headlamp design. Apparently, it is inspired by the Suzuki Sports DNA of the GSX-R series. It also has integrated turn signals on the top corners.

Sporty side view

The side view of the Suzuki Skydrive Sport is very sporty thanks to the sharp design of the fairing and side panels. The side panels give the tail of scooter a high-rise appearance. Also, the black alloy wheels add to the sportiness as well. All the 3 colors - Silver, Pink, and Matt Black look fantastic.

Peppy engine

Powering the Skydrive Sport is a 113 cc single-cylinder four-stroke 2-valve engine with SOHC setup and Suzuki Eco Performance Fuel Injection (SEPFi) system. The engine produces just shy of 9 hp at 8,000 rpm and 8.5 Nm of torque at 6,000 rpm. It is quite peppy in nature and suitable for this kind of scooter. Also, the SEPFi system ensures that the engine performs at its fullest without compromising on fuel efficiency.

Newly designed frame

With a weight of just 93 kg, the Suzuki Skydrive Sport is very easy to handle. And thanks to its newly designed frame, filtering through the traffic is a breeze. It also offers strength and stability at high speeds. Another advantage of the new frame is the increased size of the floorboard which provides a more comfortable foot position for the rider thereby enhancing the overall comfort.

Dual front rack

This is a super handy or convenient feature that you will find on the Suzuki Skydrive Sport specs sheet. You can store your items that need easy and quick access in these racks. They also come with a utility hook. The best option is to use them for holding water bottles so that you can have a quick sip at the traffic signal and other similar occasions.

Front disc brake

We appreciate Suzuki for giving a disc brake at the front of the Skydrive Sport. If it’s a scooter, it doesn’t mean it shouldn’t have disc brakes. Disc brakes are much more effective than their drum counterparts. They also demand very less maintenance.

Comfortable ride quality

The Skydrive Sport comes with telescopic suspension at the front and a swingarm type suspension at the rear. The entire setup provides a comfortable ride quality by absorbing minor undulations on the road pretty well. Also, the seat cushioning is just right.

These were some of the reasons why Skydrive Sport is loved so much in the Philippines. If you have experienced something else about this scooter that made you fall in love with it more, do share it with us. As far as the money is concerned, the Suzuki Skydrive Sport price is Php 67,900.