SINNIS TRACKSTAR 125 (2010 - on) Review

Brakes are adequate for the bike, rear a little spongy but it's drum that's how they are. Ride quality is great to 60mph but then vibration becomes apparent and overall control feels reduced.

This little Suzuki GN derived engine is spot on. Reliable to no end. Will happily sit 65mph and will slowly climb to 70 where it still doesn't feel as if it's struggling or maxed out but you know it's got nothing left to give. The final drive is set wrong though, 60mph in 3rd and 70 in 4th 5th gear really done nothing at all but 2 teeth smaller on the front sprocket levelled out the performance.

Never broken down, the engine is reliable, handlebars really corroded bad as did the chrome on the rear suspension arms and swingarm but it was never covered up and sat in a garden for 4 years so done better than many bikes would.

Servicing is so cheap and simple, it takes less than 1ltr of oil in the K157 FMI engine, I go for £13 castrol performance but you can pick up a ltr for as little as £5. Oil filter is cheap as with air filter, spark plug is a few quid. Never cost me more than £25 for annual service. Seems like it drinks fuel faster than most 125's.

There really isn't any equipment further than what is legally required. It may be a simple thing but the fuel tap is my favourite feature. Changing the rear tyre to a Michelin City Pro has improved overall experience on the road especially in corners.

Never had any issues. The brakes are firm, the gears smooth and the seat nice and comfy. The upright riding position is ideal for commuting as well, not hunched over yourself like you would be on a sports bike.

No complaints really. A Suzuki derived engine which has never given me any trouble. Has some good pull on it on the low end but as you get to higher speeds you'll find it takes a little while to climb up to the golden 70mph but it doesn't feel like it's overly struggling at those speeds too.

Never broken down and as long as you keep it clean it won't rust or corrode. Bolts on the exhaust guard snapped meaning the exhaust has to be replaced.

By far my favourite stock feature is the high riding exhaust. It was the exhaust which drew me to the bike originally and it's what continues to impress me today. It's gorgeous and really makes the bike in my opinion. Also stock it sounds great and rough, guaranteed to turn a few heads round the town centre.

Most fun going slow and nimble. Terrifying at speed.

It goes. Real power band in 3rd gear, taking bike from 20-40mph or so. Slow acceleration everywhere else.

Everything works, but stock consumables have me raising an eyebrow. Little corrosion showing in places where paint has chipped after 4 months. Cheap spark plug, cheap squeaky break pads front and rear... What else is equivalent low quality? Product manual poor. At least everything is accessible and easily replaceable. Tin of Hammerite will sort corrosion; it's so cheap I almost don't mind!

Services demand low mileage - cost £180+ during 1st year to keep warranty alive - there's cost recouped here by Sinnis on the low purchase value.

Bars for bungee-ing a canvas tool roll, to fully look the part.