Bikes like the Keeway RKS 150 Sports have reshaped the motorcycle market in Bangladesh. Amidst uncertainty over purchasing Chinese-branded motorcycles, whether due to bike price in BD or specifications, brands like Keeway and Lifan have introduced dependable and long-lasting motorcycles to the market. Over time, models like the Keeway RSK 150 Sports have become the go-to choices for many riders in the country.

Keeway is a European-registered motorcycle manufacturer, owned by the Qianjiang Group of China. Keeway made its way to Bangladesh and is presently reaching the public through Aftab Automobiles Ltd. The Keeway RKS 150 Sports, part of the Keeway RK series, has gained recognition as a commuter bike since its launch, with keen interest in Keeway bike price in Bangladesh.

Key Features:

The Keeway RKS 150 Sports boasts one of the best 150cc bikes in Bangladesh with its outstanding dashboard. This dashboard is a comprehensive rider companion, offering essential information and more. It features a digital display, an analog rpm gauge, and a series of indicator LEDs. Within the digital display, you'll find the time, gear position, odometer, and fuel level indicator.

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The second key feature of the Keeway RKS 150 Sports is the light system of the bike. The bike comes with a well-designed headlight, indicators, and a rear light. The indicators are LED, thin, minimalistic, and sporty, unlike most bulky indicators. The rear light is small and quite light. The headlight however reminds you of the old Duke 125.

The decals of the Keeway RKS 150 Sports were revised when the CBS version was released. The new bike comes with new, improved, and sporty decals, unlike the old one. The new decals make the bike look quite strong and induce confidence.

The Keeway RKS 150 Sports comes in four colors now. They are:

• Red.
• Black.
• White.
• Blue.

All of the aforementioned colors have the same kind of decals.

Physical Attributes:

The Keeway RKS 150 Sports is a sportbike with a short saddle height of 760mm. The bike is suitable for people who are shorter than 5’7”, as people taller than that would have a hard time adjusting to the bike. The bike also has a 16-liter fuel capacity, which is probably the largest of this segment.

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The length, width, height, and weight of the Keeway RKS 150 Sports are 2105mm, 795mm, 1055mm, and 129kg respectively. The bike is one of the lightest bikes in the 150cc segment, which makes it easy to flick and swerve. The bike also has a wheelbase of 1340, which is a perfect wheelbase for this segment of bikes. Although the length may be a problem when going around traffic. The bike is also thin and easy to grasp with two legs.

Engine and Transmission:

The Keeway RKS 150 Sports comes with a single-cylinder, 4-stroke, and 148cc air-cooled engine. The engine is of Euro-3 grade, which means air pollution by this bike will be significantly less. There are both self and kick-start of the bike. The engine pumps out a maximum of 13.8BHP of power at 9500rpm and 12.8Nm of torque at 7500rpm. The maximum torque and power kick in quite late in this bike, which makes it rather fuel-efficient. Although it is a carburetor engine, it consumes 35-38kmpl of fuel in the city and around 40-42kmpl on the highway.

It comes with a basic wet, multi-plate clutch. The bike also has a 5-speed gearbox, which has a linear power delivery to the engine. The gear shifter has both front and rear pedals to help with shifting and to avoid damage to shoes.

Brakes, Suspensions, and Wheels:

The Keeway RKS 150 Sports comes with a dual-disc setup. The front and rear both have disc brakes. The front brakes work well. The rear brake comes with a CBS system, which means the rear brake pedal operates the front and the rear discs. The CBS works below average during the first 500km but works better after that. The brakes are satisfactory but could have been better.

It comes with telescopic forks at the front as suspension. The front suspension works well on bumpy roads. The rear suspension is an adjustable mono-shock suspension. The rear suspension is initially a bit stiff but can be adjusted to satisfaction.

The Keeway RKS 150 Sports comes with alloy wheels. The front and rear wheels have 90/90 and 120/80 section tires. The rear tire being a bit thin, the bike may skid during emergency braking situations. The tires would have been better if they were 130/80.

Target Audience:

The Keeway RKS 150 Sports was made for the young new riders in the block. The bike may not be the best for highway rides but is good for regular commutes and rides around the city. For new riders, this bike is forgiving. With CBS, adjustable rear suspension, and low saddle height, this bike is perfect for new riders who are still learning. They will also not get overwhelmed when riding this bike, as the power of the bike is low.

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All in all, when considering all bike price in Bangladesh, the Keeway RKS 150 Sports stands out as a worthy choice in the 125cc to 135cc range. It is expected to maintain Keeway's reputation for offering a combination of features and affordability. For daily commuters, the Keeway RSK 125 Sports serves as an excellent sports commuter option.