Pakistan’s motorcycle market has welcomed a new player as Thailand-based GPX Motorcycles officially launched its operations in the country through the Royal Power Group, introducing four petrol motorcycles and two electric scooters.
The arrival marks one of the most significant developments in Pakistan’s two-wheeler industry in decades, as a new international petrol motorcycle brand enters the highly competitive 125cc and 150cc segments, traditionally dominated by Honda and Suzuki.
GPX Introduces Six Models in Pakistan
The company has launched four petrol-powered motorcycles featuring 125cc, 150cc, 200cc and 250cc engines. It has also announced two electric scooters, whose prices will be revealed later.
The newly launched lineup includes:
- Model Introductory Price
- GPX Libre 125 Rs325,000
- GPX Libre 150 Rs375,000
- GPX Raptor Plus RZ200 Rs540,000
- GPX Demon GR200R Rs790,000
- GPX Demon GR250R Rs930,000
- GPX O2 E-Scooter Price to be announced
- GPX O2 Max E-Scooter Price to be announced
Thai Brand Expands into Pakistan
GPX Motorcycles was established in Thailand in 2007. Initially, the company focused on importing and assembling all-terrain vehicles and off-road motorcycles.
However, in 2014, GPX entered Thailand’s mainstream commuter motorcycle market and quickly became one of the country’s leading motorcycle brands. The company gained further recognition after securing the highest pre-booking numbers during the Thailand Motor Expo in both 2015 and 2016.
Besides Thailand, GPX has expanded to markets including Japan, Malaysia, Vietnam, Greece and Bangladesh. Pakistan has now joined the list.
Competition for Honda and Suzuki
For years, Pakistan’s 150cc segment has remained largely under the control of Honda and Suzuki, with models such as the Honda CB150F, Suzuki GS150 and Suzuki GR150 enjoying little competition. Yamaha attempted to challenge the segment with the YBR series, but failed to significantly disrupt the market.
GPX now aims to provide an alternative to established Japanese brands by offering motorcycles with modern technology and aggressive pricing.
Industry observers believe the GPX lineup could directly compete with the Honda CB150F, Suzuki GS150, Suzuki GR150 and Suzuki GSX125.
Modern Features at Lower Prices
One of the biggest selling points of the GPX motorcycles is their feature-rich package.
The company is offering motorcycles equipped with:
- Electronic fuel injection (EFI)
- Dual disc brakes
- Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
- Traction control system (TCS)
- Oil-cooled and liquid-cooled engines
- Digital instrument clusters
- Bluetooth connectivity with screen mirroring
- LED headlights
- Six-speed transmissions
- Sportier and modern styling
These features remain uncommon in Pakistan’s commuter motorcycle segment, where many competing models still rely on carburetor engines, conventional halogen headlights and older designs.
Libre 150 and RZ200 Expected to Draw Attention
Among the new models, the GPX Libre 150 and Raptor Plus RZ200 are expected to attract the most interest.
Priced at Rs375,000, the Libre 150 undercuts the Honda CB150F while remaining close to the price of the Suzuki GS150. Despite the lower price, it offers fuel injection, a six-speed gearbox and a fully digital display.
Meanwhile, the GPX Raptor Plus RZ200 is positioned as a 200cc naked sports motorcycle. Equipped with an oil-cooled engine, ABS, Bluetooth connectivity and six gears, the motorcycle is priced at Rs540,000, placing it near the Suzuki GR150 while offering significantly more features.
Could GPX Disrupt the Market?
Pakistan’s motorcycle market has seen little change in the 125cc and 150cc categories over the past several decades. With modern features and prices reportedly 30 to 40 percent lower than comparable Japanese offerings, GPX could emerge as a serious challenger.
However, the brand’s long-term success will depend on factors such as after-sales service, spare parts availability and its ability to build consumer confidence in a market long dominated by Japanese manufacturers.