YAMAHA Sniper MX 135 reviews
Hi I bought my Sniper mx last year and here is my review
based on my observation from the bikes performance.
Handling:
The handling is pretty good, especially when I try to turn
in sharp curves. One thing I notice is that the handle bar is a little bend
backwards; this is good for handling if you are turning into sharp curves. This
is one features of the bike designed for circuit racing. The rare tire at the
back may also be noticeable because it a little bigger compares other under
bone bikes; it is designed for turning sharp curves and gives stable riding.
It’s more than a year now and the tires are still in good condition. Also I
observe after 130 kilometers of travel, I feel not to stress compared to other
bikes I ride.
Suspension:
The suspension is a little stiff in the front. Also I
observe that the left suspension is leaking (factory defect maybe? The mono
shock rear suspension is good especially if you have a back ride, you can feel
the smooth play of the rear suspension.
Breaking System:
The breaking system of the bike is excellent! You will not
worry if you need a stopping power. The front and rare break is hydraulic disk. Also I notice that the front break is also
very strong and quick to react (Just be careful in using the front break,
familiarize the bike performance first before hitting it to the max).
Engine performance:
Will this is one topic I like about. For those guys that
needs good engine this is for you! First is the acceleration: I notice that
changing gear is very smooth especially when you reach the 3rd gear
to 4th gear, I think this is design for passing? You can feel the
close gear ratio of the gears. The 5th gear is design for cruising. The
engine can deliver up to 9,000 RPM in stock CDI and a top speed of 120KPH. It
is a bit slower than its rival raider 150. Comparing the two bikes is a
different story. (: Second is the design of the engine, it is liquid cooled,
five speed, four valves and forges piston.
These engine characteristics can be found in racing engine, so this is
maybe for racing. Maybe a little tweaking and installing an aftermarket
performance parts maybe your bike can also be called a “MAMAW snipeee” but it’s
at your own risk.
Fuel Consumption:
The fuel consumption average is 37 to 40 kilometers per liter
depending on your driving style. I am consuming 4 liters of fuel a week and
that’s cost 236 pesos (depending on the fuel price) (: that’s ok for travelling
22 kilometers a day. (You can get more millage if you change your sprocket to
15/38; the stock sprocket combination is 14/38) by changing your sprocket to
high speed ratio you can get the average of 45 to 50 kilometers per liter, but
suffers your acceleration and gain a little on top speed.
