Suzuki announced the launch of a new one-make championship, the Suzuki Gixxer Cup, in this year that has been run – very successfully - in conjunction with the Indian National Motorcycle Racing Championship. Motorcycle India Private Limited (SSuzuki MIPL) has provided a full grid of 20 race-prepared Gixxer SF motorcycles for five rounds of racing at Kari Motor Speedway in Coimbatore and Motor Race Track in Chennai. have been prepared by a dedicated team of experts and pit crew to support the riders, similar to the SUZUKI ASIAN CHALLENGE.The 150cc Gixxer SF, launched to the Indian market in August 2014, is the most-awarded and highly-acclaimed motorcycle of 2015, winning nine major accolades from India’s leading media for its cutting-edge, sporty design, superior fuel efficiency and strong acceleration and unrivalled performance. And since its launch, sales have increased to between 6000 and 7000 units per month. 18 TEAM SUZUKI RACINGMadras The machines With the launch of the Gixxer Cup, Suzuki has set new standards and laid the foundation of Suzuki Motor Corporation’s global racing culture in India, promoting motorsports and the true spirit of sportsmanship and camaraderie. May Atul Gupta, Executive Vice President of Suzuki Motorcycle India Private Ltd, said: “Suzuki is a legendary name in the racing world and Suzuki motorcycles are amongst the fastest and most finely-crafted racing machines in the world. Apart from showcasing the real potential of the Gixxer SF to Indian motorsport enthusiasts, this championship will double-up as an opportunity for local racers to hone their skills by providing them an affordable platform to gain valuable racing experience and exposure to the dynamic sport of motorcycle racing.” Like the SUZUKI ASIAN CHALLENGE, the Suzuki Gixxer Cup has so far seen close and exciting racing in both the Open Class (riders above the age of 23) and also the Novice Class (under 23s), opening-up the opportunity for all riders to progress to national and international competition in the future.December 2015 Racing News 19CLOSE AND EXCITING RACING
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