2024 BMW M 1000 XR vs 2024 SUZUKI GSX S1000GX
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Technical score (estimate)
Weighted mix of power, torque, power-to-weight, top speed and lighter weight within this comparison only. Not a real-world verdict — riding style and roads matter.
Usage fit (estimate)
Rough scores for city riding, touring, sporty riding and new riders — mix of specs and bike category. Same caveats as the technical score: traffic, skill and tyres matter.
City / commute
Touring / long rides
Sporty riding
New rider friendly
Seat height (cm)
Figures are as in the database; boots, suspension sag and road surface change how tall the bike feels.
- 2024 BMW M 1000 XR 85 cm Tallest seat here
- 2024 SUZUKI GSX S1000GX 84.5 cm Lowest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 0.5 cm.
Rough guide: comfortable flat-foot reach often needs inseam roughly in the same ballpark as seat height (varies a lot by ergonomics).
Auto summary from specs
Generated from the numbers in the comparison — not a review.
- Power spans 152 hp (2024 SUZUKI GSX S1000GX) up to 201 hp (2024 BMW M 1000 XR).
- Torque spans 106 Nm (2024 SUZUKI GSX S1000GX) up to 113 Nm (2024 BMW M 1000 XR).
- Weight spans 223 kg (2024 BMW M 1000 XR) to 232 kg (2024 SUZUKI GSX S1000GX).
- Engine sizes are very close.
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| Specification | BMW M 1000 XR | SUZUKI GSX S1000GX |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | BMW | SUZUKI |
| Model | BMW M 1000 XR | SUZUKI GSX S1000GX |
| Engine size | 1000cc | 1000cc |
| Power | 201hp | 152hp |
| Torque | 113nm. | 106nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves |
| Weight | 223kg | 232kg |
| Front brake | Twin disc brake, diameter 320 mm, 4-piston fixed caliper | Brembo, radially mounted 4-piston calipers, dual 310mm disc, ABS-equipped |
| Rear brake | Single disc brake, diameter 220 mm, 1-piston floating caliper | Nissin, 1-piston, single disc, ABS-equipped |
| Seat height (cm) | 85cm | 84.5cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70 ZR17 | 120/70ZR17M/C (58W), tubeless |
| Rear tyre | 200/55 ZR17 | 190/50ZR17M/C (73W), tubeless |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | Upside-down telescopic fork, diameter 45 mm, electronic self-adjusting rebound/compression damping (Dynamic ESA) | Inverted telescopic, coil spring, oil damped with remote, electronically controlled tuning |
| Rear suspension | Aluminum twin-sided swingarm, DDC Dynamic Damping Control (central shock absorber), adjustable spring preload, rebound and compression stages electronically adjustable | Link type, single shock, coil spring, oil damped with remote, electronically controlled tuning |
| Motorcycle type | Touring | Touring |
| Top speed | 290km/h | 260km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 20 L – 7.2 L/100km | 19 L – 6.5 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $24295 | $18499 |
| Brand price lists | View BMW price list | View SUZUKI price list |
| Extra features | -Riding modes Pro (Rain, Road, Dynamic, Race, Race Pro 1–3, Pit Lane Limiter, Launch Control, Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) +/- Shift, -Wheelie Control, Slide Control, Dynamic Brake Control (DBC), shift assistant Pro, Automatic Hill Start Control (HSC) Pro) -TFT display with M start-up animation, Headlight Pro with adaptive headlight, Dynamic Damping Control (DDC) -M battery, M Forged wheels, M titanium rear silencer, M brake, BMW Motorrad ABS Pro, Sport windscreen -Adjustable steering damper, M seat, M brake and clutch lever, Keyless Ride, Tyre pressure control (TPC) -Heated grips, Cruise control, USB charging interface |
-Smart TLR Control, Lift Limiter, Roll Torque Control, Active Damping Control, Suzuki Road Adaptive Stabilization -Smart Cruise Control, 6.5-inch full-color TFT instrument, Traction Control System, Ride-by-Wire |
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2024 BMW M 1000 XR vs 2024 SUZUKI GSX S1000GX: listed specifications
The 2024 BMW M 1000 XR and 2024 SUZUKI GSX S1000GX are closely matched in displacement, while the M 1000 XR has more peak power and torque, and the higher listed top speed and a lower listed weight.
Engine displacement
M 1000 XR and GSX S1000GX have very similar engine displacement (1000 cc vs 1000 cc).
Peak power
M 1000 XR has a clear listed power advantage (201 hp vs 152 hp).
Torque
M 1000 XR has a modest listed torque advantage (113 Nm vs 106 Nm).
Listed top speed
M 1000 XR has a clear listed top-speed advantage (290 km/h vs 260 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
M 1000 XR has a modest listed weight advantage (223 kg vs 232 kg). M 1000 XR and GSX S1000GX have very similar seat heights (85 cm vs 84.5 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in peak power, torque, listed top speed and weight, while displacement and seat height remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of BMW M 1000 XR vs SUZUKI GSX S1000GX?
BMW M 1000 XR is listed at 290 km/h (180 mph) vs 260 km/h (162 mph) for SUZUKI GSX S1000GX.
Which has more horsepower, BMW M 1000 XR or SUZUKI GSX S1000GX?
BMW M 1000 XR has 201 hp compared with 152 hp on the SUZUKI GSX S1000GX.
Which is lighter, BMW M 1000 XR or SUZUKI GSX S1000GX?
BMW M 1000 XR is lighter at 223 kg vs 232 kg for SUZUKI GSX S1000GX.
Which is better, BMW M 1000 XR or SUZUKI GSX S1000GX?
It depends on your riding style. Compare top speed, weight, fuel use and price in the table on this page, then vote for the bike you prefer.
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